Here’s what entrepreneurs can learn from some of the wealthiest and most successful individuals of their time. In the 2015 musical Hamilton, Alexander Hamilton is championed for furthering his career “by working a lot harder, by being a lot smarter, by being a self-starter.” In a 2016 episode of Saturday
Spoiler alert: It’s not because your story is too boring or your audience doesn’t care. A lot of entrepreneurs make the mistake of believing that once they build the online community and amass thousands of followers, selling will be practically effortless. So it becomes a not-so-pleasant surprise when they announce
Both job seekers and employees must find effective ways to demonstrate their finer qualities and talents and be recognized as quality candidates who can add value to their niche. Selling is the most important skill entrepreneurs are obliged to master. After all, the success of a product or service depends
The distinctions between managing and leading people impact your professional purpose. Here are five aspects that set them apart. Having managed some influencers and public figures for over a decade, I know firsthand what it is to delegate and advise based on what I consider is best for the client’s
Learn the three critical components of your business plan and download a template to get started Terry Rice wrote several business plans while obtaining certificates from several educational bodies. But, for some reason, he totally skipped that part when it was time to launch his consulting business. His only real
I often get asked what I look for in new talent. What makes an employee genuinely invaluable? What differentiates a typical employee from a top performer? It’s a question we’ve all likely asked ourselves at some point throughout our careers. And while every company, field and role requires a unique
Cover letter or letters offer jobseekers a great chance to signpost their strengths and connect with the person reading their CV. It is more than just a polite introduction or dust jacket for your CV so it is important to get it right. Here is a step-by-step guide to writing
“Where do you see yourself in five years’ time?” is one of the most infamous interview questions, yet it’s difficult to answer without resorting to dreaded cliches like “I just want to be doing something I enjoy”, or “I’m not really sure”. Why are employers so keen on asking this?
Questions to ask at the end of your interview : Before you pick and choose from the following top 10, be sure to consider the culture of the organisation you are hoping to join and the nature of the person doing the selecting. Adopt the right tone and convey a
Resilience: You’ve been applying for dozens of jobs with no success and have just got your third rejection email of the week. Picking yourself back up and ploughing on with the job hunt can be tough for even the steeliest of people. Here are some tips from resilience coaches on
