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Executives could learn a great deal from reading books. Overall, reading books can play a significant role in career development by helping us acquire new knowledge, stay up-to-date, develop critical thinking and soft skills, or gain inspiration. Moreover, when executives read non-fiction business books with valuable insight and practical, experienced based advice on leadership, management,... Continue Reading →
When faced with a mid-day slump, the majority of people grab a double espresso or strong cortado, and only a few turn to taking a nap as opposed to drinking a cup of coffee to give themselves a boost of energy. Drinking coffee can provide a quick jolt of caffeine, which can increase focus and... Continue Reading →
(3 mins read) Picture: boradoodles.pl It would be nice to live in a world where there are no problems at all. The sun shines all day long, there is fun and happiness everywhere, there is no stress, and people enjoy an easy life every day. It would be heaven on earth. However, the key issue... Continue Reading →
This month we will focus on: SEMICONDUCTORS, the most advanced technology which is part of all innovative or cutting edge technology or product. Throughout the history of mankind, people waged wars for economic or territorial gain, religion or nationalism. We have fought for gold, land, sea access or oil. Now there is a global geopolitical... Continue Reading →
The way in which you finish the week, 99% depends on how you started it. Today, before you jump on the speed train of busyness, which is fully packed with calls, emails, meetings, projects, and other professional activities, I encourage you to spend a bit of time on thinking and preparing for the week ahead. ... Continue Reading →
(3 mins read) Take a moment to close your eyes and imagine a day without stress, uncertainties, unknowns, and problems. Did a smile appeared on your face as you imagined a day without the morning rush, school runs, deadlines, challenges, emergencies, problems, mistakes, crossing the limits, etc? That would be a nice day. Now, please... Continue Reading →
During the last 10 years we have changed the way whereby we build our knowledge. In general, we spend less time in front of the TV, and traditional radio stations are less popular as well. Technology helped us to develop and use new products: podcasts and playlists. We can download them to our mobile phones... Continue Reading →
The best problem management strategy is to tackle a business issue in its early stages of development - before it becomes a major problem. If you don’t deal with an issue or problem in time, or in the right way, you’ll later be involved in some type or crisis or emergency management situation.
Many great leaders fail because they are no able to communicate their business ideas effectively. Any business idea will be implemented and executed with excellence when other people UNDERSTAND it. Below there are some tips which will help you to communicate effectively: ZERO slides or use slides only when necessary. Share your personal STORY. Ensure... Continue Reading →
(2 mins read) Recently, I’ve observed an interesting trend on the global job market. Companies, more or less, have got similar strategies, comparable budgets, comparable operations and execution. They try to sell similar products or services to the same customers. However, some of them are more successful than others. There are some companies which went... Continue Reading →
Books… they’re an amazing innovation inspired from 1450 wherein Johannes Guttenberg invented an innovative method of printing books on a large scale. From that moment, books became a source of knowledge for many people, not just priests and monks. Our continuous learning and development process has always been associated with books. Books can act as... Continue Reading →
(3 mins read) Let me ask you a question at the beginning. “Are you an ACTION Man or a THINKING Man?” What was your answer? How long did it take to decide? Did you think for 3 seconds or the answer came to your mind immediately? Did you answer it at all? In the majority... Continue Reading →
There is a deficit of trust these days. Be it traditional or on social media, different points of view, strong personalities with big egos or fake news. These all impact our senses or emotions and stimulate our conscious and subconscious mind in a good or bad way permanently. In some cases, it could create a... Continue Reading →
(2 mins read) Recently, I spent a numerous evenings reading a super interesting and thought-provoking book: “Man’s Search For Meaning” written by Victor E. Frankl. Viktor E. Frankl was professor of neurology and psychiatry at the University of Vienna Medical School. He died in 1997. His mental strength helped him to survive the Second World... Continue Reading →
(5 mins read) More with less… Faster and better… Do it today, not tomorrow… Have you experienced situations where you were pushed to do more, faster, or with fewer resources? I am almost 100% sure that every one of us has experienced situations wherein we had to deal with higher expectations, to work towards shorter... Continue Reading →
There is a lot we could learn from non-fiction or fiction stories. Below there is the TOP 10 list of movies on leadership. 1. “Moneyball” It’s a true story of Oakland Athletics (US baseball club) and their manager, Billy Beane who built a baseball team based on statistics, analytics and insights. Small club budget, the... Continue Reading →
(3 mins read) The war for talent has already begun. Recently, we have started observing a significant shift in the job market. In the past, companies were focused on customers, profits and optimal resource allocation. The talent agenda was in place, however it played a role in succession planning or D&I agenda (diversity and inclusion).... Continue Reading →
Having a work-life balance is about energy management. Did you know that you are like a battery and your energy is limited? if you burn your energy during the week at work and you do not recharge it over the weekend, you are heading fast to a burnout. First, we need to get enough sleep,... Continue Reading →
Mindset is the attitude you are going to represent in your thinking and actions. There are two major types of mindset: FIXED and GROWTH mindsets. Fixed mindset means that things are stable and unchangeable. Growth mindset means that through consistent challenge, practice, and effort we could change, adjust and grow. Can we grow with a... Continue Reading →
The war for talent has already begun. Companies compete on all job markets to identify, attract, and later retain top talent. Executives understand that all companies have the same, or similar, resources: budgets, products, strategies, and production capabilities. One element can move the needle, and make the difference: TALENT. Below are 7 tips for every... Continue Reading →
Saying “YES” to all requests or asks will impact your working time, work/life balance and focus in a negative way. You need to be able to say “NO” to all ad-hoc requests or work emergencies if you want to stay focused and efficient. Stick to your TOP PRIORITIES. Don’t be afraid of saying “NO” and... Continue Reading →
There are so many changes happening around us on an ongoing basis. Innovations, new ways of communicating, technology, etc, have impacted every single area of our life and the process of change has even accelerated. If we want to keep up or, in extreme situations, survive, we need to work on ADAPTABILITY. We need to... Continue Reading →
Mindset is the attitude you are going to represent in your thinking and actions. Passive and negative individuals use every possibility to complain and critique everything. Positive and engaged people expect changes for the better. Agile leaders lead and implement changes. You need to DECIDE what attitude YOU are going to represent.
It’s easy to say “YES” or “NO” when everyone is in agreement. COURAGE is required when we have a different point of view than others or we disagree with a decision taken by the majority. We should not be afraid of sharing our approach or challenge openly. It’s part of a constructive challenge process where... Continue Reading →
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