While we live in a world increasingly dominated by digital communication, the telephone is still very important for business. If you work in a professional environment there will probably be cause for you to answer the phone at some point, so it’s important to know how to do it properly. Here are some top tips for answering a call professionally.
The mind can work in mysterious ways. Sometimes, that’s not such a good thing, especially when it seems that your good intentions are sabotaged at every turn. Take looking for a job, for example. A positive mind set is crucial for success – so what can you do to ensure that you stay confident during the recruitment process? Here are 8 tips and ideas you can implement straight away.
Having interned with two PSU’s earlier, I knew that an internship at a startup would be a different & unique experience, one that I was very eager to begin. While writing this, I realized how time flies, with my internship culminating soon. While sitting in my cubicle and mentally turning the pages of my internship journal, I reflect – It has certainly been the most productive summer vacation for me! Every form of positive learning I have come across since this internship commenced, is still fresh in my mind.
Here are the four positive unexpected learnings that have helped me find a better version of myself and continue to do so:
I have immense respect for people who give up their well-paying corporate jobs to follow their dreams, irrespective of the outcomes, because it takes guts. For those who have left their corporate jobs or intend to do the same, I thought I would put my two cents in. I wanted to share seven important things that have made Conquerem’s journey a very enjoyable and pleasurable experience so far. I am not saying it has been all sunshine and flowers every day, but it could have been a mess had I disregarded any one of these mantras.
Here’s a quick primer for startups that want to learn the basics of accounting for their businesses.
Getting into a business venture is an idea that strikes individuals who find the regular jobs boring and growth prospects limited. There are examples of regular job holders and people with mediocre academic credentials making it big as entrepreneurs.
Blogging is fruitful. Blogging is fun. With quality content and a smart social strategy, you can do wonders with it to help you achieve your business goals.
Working from home obviously has a few perks. However, there’s also a pretty big drawback. Outside of the office environment, you might find it difficult to stay productive. A grid of cubicles and managers leaning over your shoulder can be very spurring. I’m sure you’ll agree that you won’t be the best worker you can be sitting at the coffee table in the lounge! To get the most from your work, you should have a properly equipped home office. Here are some of the features you should consider.
Game of Thrones, based on George R.R. Martin’s Song of Ice and Fire book series, has captivated audiences for five seasons now, with 2 episodes of the 6th season down. The show might be set in a fantasy kingdom reminiscent of our own medieval period, but that doesn’t mean it can’t offer some invaluable lessons for designers.
Here are seven great things GoT can teach you about being a designer, including the business end of the design world.