Learning new things or mastering the already learned knowledge is quite a task, and sometimes you just need a little extra push to reach your goals. That’s why tutoring is so popular. Regardless of how old you are, getting a tutor is absolutely a must if you want to get better at something, as they can provide personalized and detailed lessons suited for your needs, level of abilities, and overall end goals. But nowadays, everyone can be a tutor, and it’s hard to weed out the good ones from the bad ones. So here’s how to find a high-calibre tutor…
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More people than ever are working from home and this trend is expected to continue growing. Working from home allows greater flexibility and can help you achieve a better work-life balance. That said, there are also some challenges when working from home. You must create an efficient workspace that will encourage you to be productive and remain focused on your work tasks. Here are some tips to help you transform your home into the ideal office. Choose a work location The first (and most important) task when designing a home office is to choose your work location. The location you…
The identification, selection, and recruitment of the very best candidates for a job vacancy is extremely challenging. This is one of the key reasons an increasing number of employers are using psychometric testing as an integral part of their recruitment strategies. Another reason is that using psychometric testing in the recruitment process has been statistically correlated with the identification of valuable, high performance employees. What is Psychometric Testing? Psychometric testing is used to assess a person’s skills, knowledge, personality traits, attitudes, performance, and more. By using psychometric testing early in the recruitment process, employers can quickly identify candidates who are…
When times are tough – socially, culturally or economically – businesses tend to double down on their cost-cutting strategies to help them weather the storm. From a business point of view, this makes perfect sense and could lead to profitability overall. However, employees are often caught in the cost-cutting firing line and when dedicated staff feel undervalued, it can have serious cost implications for your company. But being undervalued often has little to do with getting a pay increase. In fact, many employees are more likely to stay committed and loyal to their employers if they offer a robust and…
The pandemic has prompted the biggest single downturn in recorded history. Figures from the ONS point to a contraction of 9.9% in 2020, more than doubling the previous record. The downturn has come as a result of the large sectors of the economy being forced to close. Any business which relied on people entering shops, going for haircuts, or sitting around dinner tables, has found itself unable to operate. Among the many consequences of this has been a decline in pension savings. Some savers have found themselves without enough spare cash to set aside. This is reflected in polling from…
No matter how confident you are in your business plan, there are going to be unexpected challenges for your new venture – the sort of hidden obstacles that partially account for the sobering statistics on failure rates. How do you make sure yours is NOT one of the 80% of businesses that fail in their first year, according to sobering figures from the Office for National Statistics? It helps if you read the small print. In other words, consider the little things that can trip you up, even if you’ve invested lots of time and effort into modelling your venture.…
While the classroom is where the bulk of any child’s education will take place, it often takes a trip out into the real world for all of that knowledge to make sense. It’s one thing to be told that a certain general led his armies in a decisive battle; it’s quite another to actually stand on the spot where it happened. As well as engaging students, the right trip can cement that information in the memory, making it easier to draw upon during an exam – and possibly a great deal more interesting in its own right. Many a career…
Between the COVID-19 pandemic, new technologies, and remote work, companies around the world are changing the way they are hiring. There are challenges, but many of them are being overcome with ingenuity. Now we have changed our outlook on who we can hire. No longer are businesses only hiring locally. With the pandemic forcing everyone to physically distance, companies are hiring the best person for the job no matter where they are. Here are some of the methods being used to hire hard-working, loyal, and adaptive employees. Remote Screening Businesses everywhere are utilizing remote screening to get to know the…
Marketing effectiveness is key to business development. Without an effective marketing strategy and plan, even the most promising business model is doomed to fail. A correctly chosen marketing strategy and a systematic approach to marketing activities will ensure the successful and effective development of your company. Bermond Management offers professional services in the field of marketing consulting and strategic marketing: Consulting and support in the field of marketing and sales Branding, development, creation and promotion of brands, trade marks Development and implementation of an effective marketing campaign Strategy development, planning of marketing and advertising activities Audit of marketing and sales…
Timekeeping is an essential part of any job and a skill you can easily demonstrate by showing up on time. Arrive on time for your job interview and make a great first impression on the team. You can’t control most of the interview process – but you can show up early. If you can pick the interview time, choose a time that you can comfortably make. Here are a few tips on how you can ensure you turn up on time, giving you the best chance to make a good impression in your job interview. Why are first impressions so…
Getting a promotion is an excellent achievement and should be celebrated. Big goals take months or years of hard work and commitment. So, knowing why and how you should reward yourself is a great way to build productive habits in your personal and work life. Why is rewarding yourself so important? Rewards are an essential part of any promotion. A small act of self-love can drive you to work harder and push for even bigger goals. When you give yourself a treat, your brain releases a chemical called dopamine, making you feel happy and satisfied. The type of reward you…
The nature of an emergency is that it is sudden and causes damage to property or loss of lives. The unpredictability of any emergency case is why different industries invest in training, equipment, and even insurance to protect their assets. And while some safety measures are already standard for any establishment, it’s best to have an emergency action plan in place. In reports by the HSE, 610,000 workers are injured annually between 2017-2020. And with the present global crisis, things got a little bit more challenging. Let’s take a look at the 5 reasons workplace emergency action plans are important.…
Spray painting is a more skilled job than you might think. It’s time-consuming work that offers car owners the chance to have customised colours on their vehicles. Whether you’re wanting to work for a business who operates from a large workshop or perhaps for a company who completes insurance repairs, there are several routes into this kind of work. What are the general duties of a paint sprayer? You may think that all you’ll be doing is painting cars in different colours, but there’s so much more work involved than just that. You’re likely to be doing everything any anything…
It should come as no surprise that the forex market is one of the most popular entities of its type in the world, with trillions traded every single day. However, the forex market is also a complex and volatile entity and one that remains at the mercy of various geopolitical and macroeconomic factors. This poses a huge challenge to aspiring investors, who may remain vulnerable in the market without the requisite knowledge or strategy. So, how can you make more informed trading decisions and create a profitable portfolio of currencies? Let’s find out! 1. Develop a Basic Understanding of Forex…
Reaching a fork in the road is always overwhelming. On the one hand, you’re being forced to leave behind everything you’ve ever known and grown accustomed to. On the other hand, you have no idea what the future holds, and you’re unsure of which path to take. Although having to decide your career path is stressful for almost everyone, those who have a variety of interests and passions always have it the hardest. It’s much less overwhelming to follow the path that you’ve wanted ever since you’ve been in elementary school, but how can you choose the right when you…
More people are transitioning to working from home full-time, saving money and time on a long commute to work and streamlining their business. If you’re making this move to a permanent WFH lifestyle, make sure your workspace contains all the essential items for creating a productive and comfortable working environment. Our list of essentials can help you determine what you need for your permanent home office—from premium-grade inkjet ink to a high-quality sound system and an ergonomic chair. 1. High-Quality Desk If you’ve been temporarily working from your kitchen table, you need to upgrade to a functional office desk. There…
It’s not rocket science, but it still helps to learn the steps of opening a currency trading account if you are planning to trade in the forex market. Forex market, the short for the foreign exchange market, is the largest market on the planet with a history that goes back to the time when national currencies emerged. It’s where organisations and traders exchange currencies – some for business purposes like money transfer, some for making a profit. Thanks to the digitisation of the retail forex brokerages, it’s now also more accessible than ever to trade in the currency market. To…
It is common for individuals to face challenges in achieving their goals. In such moments, it is crucial never to give up, not even at any point. Below, we will take you through some factors you should consider to excel in your career. Read on to learn more! Tips for Succeeding in a Career Your career choice should be a thing that you have a passion for or you like most. Hence, every individual needs to take time before choosing a career to pursue. Doing so is one of the steps to ensure that all goes as planned in whatever…
The recent changes in working environments, due to the pandemic, has not been a welcomed sight for many individuals. However, some people got the opportunity to work on their hobbies and improve their specific skill sets. As such, many employees are now seeing the potential their interests have to become sustainable income earners. Since Covid-19 hit, employees have become uncertain about their working futures as companies continue to cut operating costs by letting some of their workers go. Besides, most jobs have shifted from the traditional office set-up to a remote working climate. In fact, this change has allowed most…
For most people, the path to selecting the right career begins early in life. Perhaps it was a favourite subject you liked in middle school that inspired you to become an engineer. On the other hand, others had exposure to the performing arts while they were young, and the events caused them to be drawn towards acting or dancing. Regardless of how you first got into your chosen field, some people end up sticking with their decision to the end. However, studies show that most of the population aged between 18 and 35 experience significant stress and anxiety in their…