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Implementing and Handling Visual Management

10/12/2016 | Comments Off on Implementing and Handling Visual Management

Randy Siever of The Lean Office examines the side effects of visual management and uncovers solutions for how to handle it. Read my key takeaways from the post. Embed from Getty Images   There are both positive and negative benefits of gathering and portraying performance information visually Displaying one metric could affect another area; preempt…

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Arabica Bean Demand is Sitting Pretty

10/11/2016 |

Donald Levit analyzes the growing demand for coffee beans with a particular look at Brazilian coffee futures. See my top takeaways from his article off the site Economic Calendar. Embed from Getty Images   Brazilian coffee bean futures, of which Arabica is the top crop, are enjoying a 14-month high currently Global demand for coffee…

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What Not to Say in Your Presentation

10/10/2016 |

Jeff Haden, writing for the Business Insider, shares 10 sentences that you’ll never hear excellent public speakers say. I shared my favorites in the summary below. Embed from Getty Images   Don’t let on that you’re giving this presentation anything but 100%; so no sharing that you’re tired, hungover or jet lagged Address all questions…

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Smart Thinking On Investing – October 7

10/07/2016 |

Smart Thinking On Investing – October 7 This week, I wanted to share Syed Wajahat Hussain piece, written for Frugal Rules on staying motivated while on your financial journey. The Financial Panther teaches us how to avoid paycheck complacency. And guest posting on From Frugal to Free, Maggie Banks helps us curb our spending habits.  …

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For Long-Term Projects Organization is the Name of the Game

10/06/2016 |

Great tips from Hubspot’s Sophia Bernazzini today. Check out my top summaries from her article on management strategies to stay focussed during long-term projects. Embed from Getty Images     Stay out of the “doom loop”—procrastinating tasks, building anxiety and loss of focus—by setting yourself short-term goals to maintain motivation and targets Set up a…

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Use Six Sigma Tools to Improve Your Business

10/05/2016 | Comments Off on Use Six Sigma Tools to Improve Your Business

Max Jacobs, author of Careers For Living, shares the key to making business improvements with the Six Sigma toolbox. See my top takeaways below. Embed from Getty Images   Start by defining your business objectives and developing a plan to achieve quality Measure current performance and how the results identify with your customers’ requirements Analyze…

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Make Your Pour Over Coffee the Barista Way

10/04/2016 |

Learn more about making excellent pour over coffee at home from barista professionals, care of Handground. I pulled my key insights from the article to share with you below. Embed from Getty Images     Try and try again: The best way to bring the flavor out of coffee beans is to adjust the variables…

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Enhance Your Career Progression With Great Presentation Skills

10/03/2016 |

James Citrin makes a valid point on his LinkedIn blog, about improving your presentation skills to enhance your career options, and discusses how the two are inextricably linked. Read my insights from his article underneath. Embed from Getty Images   It might surprise you to learn but mastering the art of public speaking is key…

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Smart Thinking On Investing – September 30

09/30/2016 |

Smart Thinking On Investing – September 30 I’ve got a great line up this week for you; Freedom is Groovy’s author Mr. Groovy explains why we all should want to be financial studs. Chonce, a writer for Frugal Rules, motivates us not to give up on our financial journey. And Forbe’s Maya Kachroo-Levine shares the common…

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Time Management Quotes to Inspire You

09/29/2016 |

Colonial Living Business share some truly inspirational quotes about the art of time management. I selected a few that jumped out at me to share. Embed from Getty Images     “Don’t count every hour in the day. Make every hour in the day count.” To make the most of your time you have to…

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