How to Be a Good Salesperson: The Key Steps to Take
Good sales reps will effectively earn the respect and the ongoing trust of their prospects. Great ones earn their loyalty, admiration, and new referrals. Good reps handle objections skillfully; great ones preemptively surface the concerns and eliminate them.
Recession Proof Your Career…Maybe, Just Maybe …
This is a guest post by Mahesh Gugurswamy In my twenty-something years of being in software development, I have survived three major recessions: the dot-com bust of 2001, the great recession caused by the housing bubble, and the Covid-19 recession of 2020. We [...]
From Product Manager to People Manager: Redefine Your Impact
Moving from product management to people management is a big shift, a real change in how you measure success. Where you used to be the architect of product wins, you're now the architect of your team's growth. This calls for a change [...]
Strategic Thinking in the Age of AI: Beyond Critical Analysis
In an era defined by rapid technological advancement and the rise of artificial intelligence, the ability to think strategically has become indispensable. While critical thinking remains a foundational skill, strategic thinking offers a broader, forward-looking perspective, essential for navigating the complexities [...]
Mastering the Art of the Sale: Three Pillars for Sales Team Success
In the high-stakes world of sales, consistent success isn't a matter of luck; it's a product of strategy, skill, and a deep understanding of human interaction. This article distills three crucial principles that can transform your sales team's performance, turning potential losses [...]
Level Up Your Job Search: 5 Ways AI Can Help You Get Hired Faster
In today's overly competitive job market, standing out is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity. With employers increasingly relying on sophisticated technologies, gaining a competitive edge is paramount. The job search has evolved. Gone are the days of solely relying on [...]
How to Avoid Sabotaging Your Career While Leading a Startup
This is a guest post by Ashwin Gulati. Here’s my most fundamental advice for startup CEOs: while you’re leading your company, don’t neglect your own employability. Being a startup entrepreneur can take a real toll on your career if you’re not careful. [...]
The Power of Letting Ideas Grow – The 7th Secret to Getting Things Done
Our team had spent months meticulously planning an event. Four intense meetings, filled with brainstorming, debate, and eventual agreement, culminated in a seemingly solid implementation plan. By the third week, momentum was building, excitement was palpable, and everything appeared to be under [...]
Speak Up, Stand Out: How Presentation Skills Fuel Career Success
60% of employers consider public speaking skills as a key workforce competency. (Source: Worldmetrics Report 2024) Whether you're aiming for a career change or seeking advancement in your current role, strong presentation and communication skills are non-negotiable. A recent study confirmed what [...]
The Yin and Yang of Achievement: Success Shows You What Works, Failure Shows You Why
We all chase success. It's that feeling of accomplishment, the validation that our hard work paid off. We celebrate it, dissect it, and try to bottle it up to use again. But what about its opposite, failure? We often see it as [...]
The Art of the Memorable Speech: 6 Tips to Captivate Your Audience
Public speaking. For some, it's a thrilling opportunity to share ideas and inspire others; for others, it's a source of paralyzing fear. But regardless of where you fall on that spectrum, the ability to deliver a memorable speech is an invaluable skill. [...]
The Human Cost of Layoffs: Beyond the Numbers.
Layoffs. The word itself carries a weight, a chill that settles in the pit of your stomach. We see the headlines, the statistics flashing across the screen: "X number of jobs lost," "Industry Y hit hard." But behind those numbers are real [...]
The Hustle: Is a Side Gig the Secret to Success or a Recipe for Stress?
That little voice whispering about extra cash, the excitement of finally chasing your passion, the dream of a better life – it's tempting to dive headfirst into the world of side hustles. But is all that extra work really the key to [...]
Office or Couch? Why Hybrid Work Might Be the Answer
The rise of remote work has been a game-changer, but it's not a one-size-fits-all solution. Enter hybrid work, a blend of in-office and remote work that's gaining serious traction. But is it truly the "best of both worlds" or just a confusing [...]
The Modern Career Path: Why Job Hopping is the New Normal
Okay, let's be real, the old-school idea of climbing the corporate ladder at a single company until you retire is pretty much dead. These days, it's all about job hopping, especially if you're looking to turbocharge your career. Now, I know what [...]
Scalability Blunders: 5 Fails Impeding Sustainable Leadership Team Development
Leadership That Lasts: Future-Proof Long-Term Success by Curating a Management Team Fueling Enduring Impact This is a guest post by Drew Yancey. Leadership often must transition from being founder-centric to team-oriented. As companies scale, the centralized decision-making that propelled early success becomes a bottleneck. [...]
4 Reasons ‘Quiet Firing’ is Bad for Business
This is a guest post by Merilee Kern. While the phenomenon of “quiet quitting”—representing an employee doing the least required for their job to just “get by” until they opt to leave or are let go—having gained its fair share of attention [...]
Harnessing Purpose for Profit: Sustainable Growth in the Modern Economy
How purpose-driven businesses are rewriting the rules of resilience and growth This is a guest post by Drew Yancey. --------------------------------------------- In today’s often fast-paced, often chaotic business environment, it’s easy to lose your footing. Growth brings complexity, competition sharpens, and every decision [...]
How to Use RPL in 2025 to Progress Your Career
The job market in 2025 is becoming increasingly competitive, with professionals seeking innovative ways to showcase their skills and experience. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) has emerged as a game-changing pathway for those looking to advance their careers without starting from scratch. [...]
9 Types of Truck Driving Jobs You Can Start Right Now
The need to deliver goods to different destinations has led to the growth of the trucking industry. Companies that provide efficient and timely transport services are highly sought after as they facilitate a smooth logistic chain. Truckers who operate independently also have [...]
How to Prevent Slip and Fall Accidents at Work and Residence
Did you know that slip and fall accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries on commercial and residential premises? According to recent statistics, these incidents are more common than you might think, and their consequences can be severe. Office accidents [...]
The Secret to Career Fulfillment: Shifting from Destructive to Constructive Energy
This is a guest post by Rebecca Ahmed We’re approaching Q2 in 2024, and workplace trends from Q1 are starting to hit the market. With an election year, mixed U.S. economics, and a generational transition amongst our workforce composition, it’s important to [...]
AI Applications In HR: Investigating Workplace Incidents
This is a guest post by Jakub Ficner. As an HR professional, you wear many hats. Sometimes, there doesn’t seem to be enough time in the day to get everything done. Luckily, new technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) are popping up to [...]
Humans and AI – Partners or Replacements? A Look at the Future of Work
The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has sparked a major conversation about the future of work. Will robots render human labor obsolete, or will AI become a powerful tool to empower us? From self-driving cars to automated customer service chatbots, AI is [...]
Beyond Automation: How AI Empowers Women in Tech Leadership
The tech industry has long struggled with gender diversity, but a new wave of innovation is changing the game. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a powerful tool for women looking to shatter glass ceilings and rise to leadership positions. While automation [...]