With all of the advice available for job seekers online, you might think it should be a cinch to get the job you want. Unfortunately, not all of the job-seeking tips you find out there are practical. Many conventional notions about what to do or say in an interview are outdated; some can even harm […]
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As an entrepreneur, you need firm parameters in place to make sure you don’t allow a single client to dominate or take advantage of your time and expertise. While all clients want and deserve your time and attention, if one monopolizes your usefulness, it can prevent the business from growing in new directions. It’s easier
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Self-care is essential for executives and leaders. How leaders care for themselves impacts their ability to lead others effectively, To keep from rusting out or burning out, leaders need to learn how to better manage their energy and priorities. Over time, the lack of self-care impacts the bottom line, fuels conflict, destroys teamwork and partnerships,
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When it comes to gathering input and hearing the voices of their team members, executives sometimes overlook junior employees, perhaps assuming that new staff members don’t yet understand the corporate culture well enough to offer valid suggestions for change. This can make getting your voice heard as a junior employee quite a challenge. As a
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In business, building a loyal customer base that you can tap into for promotional purposes and growth is a remarkable achievement. To retain their loyalty, brands need to make customers feel valued and catered to in a personal and personalized way. This is why so many companies have instituted loyalty programs to reward their customers.
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Harris Whitesell Consulting LLC successfully completed the North Carolina Military Business Center’s (NCMBC) Defense Contractor Academy (DCA), presented by the State of North Carolina, March 9 to April 1, 2021. There were 12 sessions conducted over four weeks. “The Defense Contractor Academy provides the advanced skills businesses need in federal business development, competitive processes and
Recently, Lori Harris, co-founder and Managing Partner, Harris Whitesell Consulting, interviewed with Jonno White, Founder of Clarity, a consulting firm in Brisbane, Australia. In the interview Lori shares insights and tips on leading organizations, daily discipline and routines that maximize excellence, executive and leadership books to read, leadership lessons, and building capacity. Click to read
Without a routine, people may feel as if they have a lot more flexibility to get things done. However, the lack of a routine can also lead one to procrastinate, or get off-track and inadvertently let something slip through the cracks. A routine that helps a professional stay disciplined at work doesn’t necessarily involve boring
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Not everyone thinks the same way. Rather than aim for conformity of mind among their staff, business leaders should embrace more diverse approaches and thought processes. By offering unique perspectives and innovative solutions, neurodivergent employees can become key players at their companies. To effectively leverage the skills and talent of employees who are not neurotypical,
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When you’re involved in a complex or otherwise demanding task, it helps if you can get into the “zone.” This is where your productivity is high and your focus is clear. People also describe this mindset as being in “flow.” As leading professionals in their fields know, achieving optimal peak performance takes more than sheer
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