Business

Being a good leader can mean playing many different roles. One day you might be a coach, another day a conflict resolution specialist. And throughout it all, you have to be a good team player. So good in fact, that the entire team can evolve and move forwards. Team development is crucial for each...

When I was starting out in online business almost 15 years ago, I remember finding space in my strategy for Microsoft adCenter. adCenter, or Microsoft Advertising as it’s now called, has been inevitably outmuscled by Google AdWords over the years. But it can still be a profitable channel for advertisers, even in 2020. It seems we’re always looking for that silver...

Any company or organization needs a good structure to run smoothly. Without clear procedures, hierarchies and policies, confusion can seep into your daily activities and affect the productivity of your company negatively. That’s why learning how to have a flawless company structure is extremely important if you want to take your organization to the...

Future-proofing a business is a complex process, which involves saving money, optimizing processes, or developing a strong team. However, fintech managers play a big role in future-proofing a fintech company. The skills they develop can impact business trajectory, and in turn the state of the business in the future. So what skills should fintech...

The trope of the bad manager is everywhere in our culture. Entire shows have been built on that premise, and they’re not just fiction. It’s a common problem in our modern workforce. Good managers need to rise above that. If you want a productive workspace, a happy team and an increased revenue for your...

Elon Musk’s name has become synonymous with efforts to shake up the world of business with his disruptive innovations at Tesla and SpaceX. The automotive industry is being forced to adapt to the changes brought on by Tesla’s automated, all-electric vehicles and the space industry hasn’t seen this level of competition since the cold war.

The world of business is highly dynamic, and prone to often rapid change. Holding management responsibilities in business then brings with it a world of challenges. When faced with a problem, and with people looking to you for a solution, the right course of action might not be immediately apparent. Difficult situations such as...

The personalisation trend has been running strong in the e-commerce sphere for some time now, and it's showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, personalisation is quickly becoming something which consumers expect so, if you’re store isn’t aiming for personalisation, you could be losing out. Personalisation is a powerful tool which enhances the...

Working on your personal brand improves the image of your company across the board, especially if you’re the leader. People make companies. And it’s only natural that potential business partners and new hires will want to know which people they’ll be working with. So it’s important that your areas of expertise, core values and a good slice of your personality...

Creating a great company culture brings huge benefits to your business - as I've written about here. Even the best company cultures can't stop human nature however, and conflicts between employees will always be a reality that needs to be managed. Solving employee conflicts is a delicate task that you should be prepared for. Ignoring it,...