There’s likely to be a point in your career when you come across a boss who is a bit of a workaholic. They’ll be the kind of boss who works around the clock and lets their job take over their lives. While there’s nothing wrong with people who are super-passionate about their work, what can be difficult is when they expect the same amount of commitment and dedication from you. If you’re struggling to handle a boss who has unrealistic expectations of you, our tips below should help. 1. Listen and repeat When your boss assigns you a new project,…
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Performance reviews should happen at least annually in your workplace and when you have one coming up it can be nerve-wracking. While you can’t avoid performance reviews, you can ensure that you make the most of them and use them to your advantage. A performance review is a perfect opportunity to raise any concerns you have and to highlight your successes. You’ll ace your next review if you follow the nine steps below. 1. Prepare to talk about what you have achieved Before your performance review, have a think about what you have achieved in the last year and be…
When you’re working hard and doing all you can to achieve your goals, anything that can give you an edge is powerful and will streamline your path to success. Mind tricks won’t make you a Jedi, but using the brain’s natural quirks to your advantage can have a positive impact on everyone you encounter. As soon as you become aware of these 10 tricks, they start popping up wherever you look. With minimal effort on your part, their unconscious influence on behavior can make a huge difference in your day-to-day life. 1. When a group of people laughs, each member…
Having a suitable and varied wardrobe for work can sometimes be difficult and expensive, but by sticking to a few basic rules, anyone can dress for their own success without breaking the bank. Here are three simple ways to make sure you are getting the most from your work clothes. Search for the Right Clothing for the Job When looking for work clothes, it is always best to shop around, particularly online. Men often struggle to find work trousers that are both comfortable and suitable workwear. Men’s work trousers need to be durable and hard wearing, while also being presentable.…
Meetings are often the centre around which an efficient workplace revolves. Used to set objectives and goals, to brief team members on developments, and to decide on future courses of action, in many ways team meetings can be the most important part of the working week. Yet, too many of us turn up at them woefully unprepared. Making an impact in a meeting is the best way to get noticed at work. Making valuable contributions will help your career to progress and will give you confidence in your abilities and decisions. For this reason, Unchain your Brain are offering a…
How often do you find yourself mindlessly scrolling through your social media newsfeeds looking at mundane life updates of people you barely know and depressing news headlines? Wouldn’t it be better if you could see uplifting and inspirational content appearing on a daily basis? If you want to inject some positivity and motivation into your day, we recommend following these 4 exceptional speakers. 1. Simon Sinek You may have come across Simon Sinek in your newsfeeds already as his video on millennials in the workplace went viral back in 2016. Sinek is a British-American motivational speaker, success coach and author of…
There’re a few ways to gauge whether a business is truly successful in its endeavours. However, one of the main ways to determine this is by analysing their turnover rate. Are staff loyal and feeling fulfilled in their roles? Alternatively, would they rather be anywhere else and are they planning on leaving? Ultimately, the answers to these questions can be very telling. That said, it’s worth asking the big question here; how do businesses ensure a low staff turnover rate? Negative Impacts Before discussing how to gain a low staff turnover rate, it’s worth considering the negative impacts of a…
Whether you’re trying to supplement your income, make some money as a student, or want to do this as a full-time job, working for ridesharing companies has its fair share of advantages. They’re often easy to start working with, allow full-time drivers to earn a living wage, and are growing in popularity around the country. But they do have their disadvantages as well that should not be overlooked. Let’s take a look at some of the pros and cons of working for a ridesharing service. Pro – Flexible Schedule One of the best things about working for a ride-sharing service…
As a recent graduate in 2019, you’ll be entering a highly competitive job market. The great news is that there’s plenty of job availability. The bad news is that there are increasingly larger amounts of candidates in the candidate pool when applying for jobs. In this guide we’re going to cover why this is happening, what you can do to get noticed in a competitive job market (standing out), getting yourself ready for interviews and increasing your odds of finding employment. Why is the job market so volatile The number of candidates entering the job market is always increasing due…
While owning a house is a dream come true for many, it’s likely to be the most expensive purchase you’ve ever made. And since you have thought about it for a long time now, you have an extensive list of features that you desire- whether it’s a gourmet kitchen, a large master bedroom with walk-in closets or even a spacious bathroom with a Jacuzzi. If you’re a landowner and planning to sell your property, Caple Royalty Services is a team of executors, lawyers, and financial planners that have helped various land, oil and mineral owners in selling their property. Consulting…
These days, employee benefits are extremely important in business. No longer are they just seen as perks of a job; they’re actually expected as a necessity. This is largely in part, down to the sheer amount of options available to job seekers today. There is a lot of competition across all sectors, which means if employees aren’t happy, they won’t think twice about switching to one of your competitors. If you’re not offering good perks, you’re not going to attract the most talented employees. Here, we’ll look at some of the best employee benefits a business can offer its workers.…
Is your business facing difficulties you’re struggling to resolve? Interim management may be the solution. There are a lot of reasons interim managers are called in to help a company. Whether it be due to staff shortages, or down to changes within the business which existing managers don’t have the right expertise to handle. Whatever the reasons, interim management can deliver numerous benefits. Here, we’ll look at just some of the ways interim management can help your business out of a tight spot. They bring an outsider’s perspective If your business is struggling to find a solution to a specific…
It isn’t just down to business owners to handle expenses – most enterprises expect all employees to understand this area. Though it can seem like a complex field, really, it isn’t. So long as they know how it works, staff will be able to spend company money wisely. To explore the subject completely, follow our ultimate guide. What Exactly is a Business Expense? As its name suggests, a business expense is any cost incurred by a company. Often, it’s tax-deductible, meaning that its price can be deducted from the amount of tax that must be paid by your employer. To…
There’s no doubt that work brings us many benefits. After all, it takes up much of our time and is our source of income. The late theoretical physicist Professor Stephen Hawking explained, as quoted by TIME: “Work gives you meaning and purpose and life is empty without it.” With your work colleagues, you have probably also built up a camaraderie which has led you to realise how socially enriching work can be. Here’s how co-workers can help to ease your self-care… Why self-care is important in the workplace Naturally, knowing that you’re doing your job well can boost your self-esteem.…
One of the biggest challenges every job seeker faces is standing out from their competition. There will usually be plenty of other candidates with the right experience for the role, so why should the recruiter think that you are the best? Instead of focusing on how your experience sets you apart, you should think about how who you are will help you to stand out. That’s the secret to proving you are the best candidate for the job and the reason they will remember and hire you. Here’s what you need to show your potential employer. 1. Your Resilience and…
How do you optimize your PPC campaign? These campaigns don’t get the respect they deserve. Still, if you want to promote your site for less and in an effective way Don’t worry, you have come to the right place. Following, we are giving you some tips on how to improve your PPC campaign and drive better results. 1. Localization China is a massive market and its very competitive. The only way to survive in the Chinese marketplace is to mend yourself according to the consumer’s needs. The website and ads better are in Chinese if you are targeting the consumer…
Do you have a passion for gardening? If so, why not turn that passion into a lucrative business idea? It’s never been easier to set up your own business, though becoming a gardener will require some initial investment. There are also a lot of factors you need to consider when setting up your own business. To help, below you’ll discover some of the main things to know before starting a successful gardening business. Are you qualified? Although there aren’t any specific qualifications you’ll need to start a gardening business, it is recommended you get some form of training. At the…
Asking your boss for a pay rise can be nerve-wracking and even a little stressful. There’s always some risk involved as they may say no, plus talking about money especially with your boss is rarely easy. This is why it’s so important to pick the best time to ask for a pay rise and to know that you have a solid case. Asking for a pay rise is difficult because there are a number of factors that influence the outcome, some that you can control and some that you can’t. For example, your own performance and success are down to…
I’ve always envied those colleagues who were seemingly able to navigate the landscape of a company in such an efficient way. They seemed to be able to get all of their work done in an effective, frictionless way. When I sat down with one of these colleagues they began to tell me that I was communicating to my colleagues in the ways of which I personally wanted to be communicated to. That struck me as wise. And true. The lesson I learned when sitting down with this colleague is that everyone has different working styles and appreciates being communicated to…
The stock market is one of the perfect ways for millennials to make some extra money. Many millennials do not like to dabble in the stock market. The truth is that, if you do it right it can be beneficial for you in the longer term. Also, if you’re worried about the future, you can easily indulge in trading which will help you profit from the short term momentum rather than the long-term fundamentals. When you indulge in trading, you can profit not just from up moves but also from the down moves. We will highlight a few reasons why…