Looking to Lower Turnover? Keep Your Team Engaged

By: Kathy Ver Eecke Discuss

Employee turnover costs small businesses millions each year. One method of retaining employees is to ensure that they are engaged in their work. Besides keeping your team in place, your company's bottom line may improve as well.

Smooth Talker: Build Your Conversation Skills

By: Bud Bilanich Discuss

Do you struggle with social interaction in a business setting? Are "networking" and "mingling" activities you shy away from? We'll show you a few simple, sure-fire strategies to help you become an engaging conversationalist.

The Pitfalls of Promotions: How to Stop Success in the Present from Stopping Success in The Future

By: Michael Essany Discuss

We spend much of our professional lives seeking that big promotion. But when we finally get it, some don't know what to do or how to handle it. In this article, learn a few helpful tips for avoiding and dealing with the occasional pitfalls that come with earning a promotion.

File and Save: Getting Ahead by Keeping Tabs on Your Coworkers

By: Michael Essany Discuss

If you never thought there was value in remembering when your boss goes bowling or how long your coworkers have been married, think again. In this article, learn how the lessons of J. Edgar Hoover may hold the keys to success in corporate America.

Are You Assuming or Selling?

By: Angela Marino Discuss

If you're trying to sell a product or service without asking questions, you're probably wasting a lot of time and effort. Learn why it's important to first assess the customer's needs and then demonstrate how your product or service fills those needs.