Whether you’re looking for a little extra help or hoping to teach your ethics to a bright young mind, hiring an intern can bring great success to your business. However, having a new—and inexperienced—person on your team also has the potential to disrupt your day-to-day business. Is an intern the right choice for your business? Here are some pros and cons of hiring an intern to help you decide.
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Even if you’ve just delivered your best sales pitch yet, your work is far from over. To secure a great sale—and to create lasting relationships with your clients—following-up is just as important as your sales pitch. If you’re looking to improve your follow-up skills, here are a few tips to help you finalize your next sale.
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Nothing beats the power of networking! Networking is a great way to connect with other professionals, build and amplify your business, and receive valuable referrals. Thanks to your local networking group, getting started is probably easier than you think. If you’ve recently taken the plunge and joined a networking group, these four tips will help you make the most out of your next meeting.
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Empathy is the ability to understand and feel the experiences of another person from their own unique perspective to better understand their thoughts, emotions, and reactions. Empathy is important in our everyday relationships, and can strengthen your connection with everyone in your life, from your own family members to strangers at the grocery store. And when it comes to being a successful salesperson, empathy could be the factor that makes or breaks your next sale.
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When it comes to company meetings, a good meeting can leave you and your employees feeling energized and encouraged—and a bad meeting can have the exact opposite impact, making everyone feel exhausted, frustrated, and even unhappy with your management. To avoid unproductive and unfulfilling meetings, here are five tips for leading a meeting that will help you and your employees stay productive, creative, and happy.
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