A logo is one of the factors that impact significantly on the performance and success of your brand. It is often overlooked, often envisioned not to matter. The wrong logo, in most cases, can depict your brand as being unprofessional and lame, that is if your brand was noticed at all. If you must make an unforgettable first impression, your logo is a place to start. Here is how you can design a perfect logo for your brand 1. Make it unique Creating a unique logo can seem like an impossible task, but it is very much possible. With any…
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Finding a new job can be a challenge but settling into a new role and company can be nerve-wracking too. You’ll be meeting a whole new team, learning new processes and adapting to their company culture. While starting a new job is exciting, if you’re feeling disappointed by the end of your first week you may have some thinking to do. You may have been miss-sold the job by a recruiter who exaggerated the perks, you may be unimpressed with the training you have received, or perhaps you’re not gelling well with your new team members. Whatever the reasons, if…
Regardless of the nature of your work and the number of people working with you, accidents in the workplace can still occur. While some of these accidents are minor and will still allow you to work afterward, others can become too severe and will require you to pay for expensive medical and hospitalization bills. You can prevent accidents from happening in your workplace by having an accident book. An accident book is a formal document that is used to record the details of accidents that occur in the workplace. It is a comprehensive document, allowing you to grasp vital information…
From tennis to football, sports are part of an enormous industry with millions of dedicated fans. If you have an athletic background or interests, then pursuing sports management as a career may be a good option. It is a growing field with many potential job opportunities. More Career Opportunities in Sports If you examine recent job advertisements in sports, you will see a variety of opportunities, which indicate a growing industry. From a sports manager at the National Aquatic facility for Wales to a general manager at the Leicester City Council’s Sports Services, there are many positions open. Many organisations…
An office that doesn’t have furniture looks incomplete. In fact, having office furniture in your workplace guarantees that you will have enough space for keeping the tools of trade organized and in one space. These tools can include computers, printers, stationery and document files to name a few. Besides that, the furniture creates a comfortable working environment. However, most business owners regard purchasing a new office as a waste of money. While buying new office furniture can give you a run for your money, you have the option of settling for second-hand desks, chairs and cabinets like those that are…
When it comes to progressing your career, if you’re not consistently moving forward then your career may be dying. Your current role should be helping you to develop your skills and expertise as opposed to keeping you stuck at a certain level. In order to prevent your career from stagnating, you should regularly take some time to step back and review the work you have done. Think about what you have achieved, what you have learned and what challenges you have faced. If you can do this every couple of months, you’ll quickly be able to spot if you’ve stopped…
As a manager of a business or leading the way in your department, the difficulty with smaller businesses is often their inadequate systems. When joining the business late or building it from the ground up, more often than not the operation runs on basic To-Do lists, notes and not much more! Businesses that rely on purely manual systems are not much better organized. A less structured business operation works for a while but is sure to be frustrating as well. In many ways, a company is only as good as the systems it uses. When they aren’t developed out, it’s…
Do you ever feel like nobody takes you seriously at work? If so, you’re not alone. More than 50% of people don’t feel respected at work, according to a global survey of more than 20,000 employees by the Harvard Business Review. Maybe colleagues ignore your input in meetings. Perhaps they interrupt you or don’t include you in important decisions. It’s easy to blame that on a bad boss or a toxic work environment. In some cases, that’s even true. But if you really want to be taken more seriously at work, you should start by looking in the mirror and…
If you want your organization to run efficiently then it’s important that you focus on creating a great team. While you could hire average workers and then train them to become productive members of your culture, you could also focus on attracting talent who already have the skills that you’re looking for. But what can managers and HR personnel to attract the right employees? Below are a few helpful tips. Offer Educational Opportunities The best candidates are those who are interested in advancement. Specifically, they want educational opportunities that will give them the best chance at success. Why not use…
After spending a lot of time and effort on your application and attending interviews it can be extremely disheartening if you don’t get the job. However, before you reach for the tub of ice cream and start wallowing in self-pity, there are a few ways that you can turn your rejection around and learn from the experience. Forget about being rejected, these tips will help you to succeed next time. Don’t vent online While you may be annoyed and feel like the company has wasted your time, avoid posting your woes across social media. You never know who will see…
When most people begin a career, they do so with the goal of working their way up in an industry and reaching its pinnacle. As anyone who’s ever made it to the top can tell you, however, your career progression isn’t likely to proceed in a straight line. The process of building expertise and experience often collides headlong into the realities of organizational structure, leaving no obvious paths to promotion up the business ladder. When that happens, many people believe their only option is to move to a new company that offers a way forward. The problem with that, of…
Today, more and more workplaces are adopting a business casual dress code. As the tech industry grows and employers realize the benefits that can be had from allowing employees to dress more casually and comfortably every day, suits, ties and pencil skirts are becoming less of the norm and it’s increasingly more common to see office workers spending their day in jeans and sneakers. Unless you work for a corporate company, the banking or legal industry, chances are that business casual is standard in your workplace at least a few days per week, even if it’s just for a ‘dress…
Are you thinking about becoming a lawyer? Perhaps you’re in the process of obtaining the necessary qualifications? You might have already begun to hear the horror stories about the standard workday for a typical legal professional. You could have been told that lawyers are trapped in the office from early in the morning until late at night. Particularly, when they are still paying their dues and essentially earning their place in a law firm. We’re pleased to say this isn’t the case in 2019. In fact, you might find that working as a lawyer is far more flexible than you…
Is your business stagnant on the market? This can be dangerous as a business that isn’t moving forward can quickly be dismissed by clients and customers. Without high levels of growth, your company can look outdated and behind the times. It can also suggest to clients that your company isn’t successful or popular with others. That’s why you want to make sure that you are exploring different ways that you can increase the growth of your business. Outsourcing is a great option here. It’s possible your business isn’t moving forward because you are constantly focused on fixing issues in your…
If you’ve been thinking about earning a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA), you have probably already done a basic level of research on the topic and as a result you’re confident in your career path. However, there are most likely some factors that you haven’t considered or prepared for yet. Luckily, you’ve found the right guide to help you get ready for the most beneficial educational experience possible. With that said, here are eight tips you can use to make sure you’ve done the maximum due diligence before embarking on your academic journey: 1. Attend an MBA Tour Event to…
With the advancement of technology and a connected global economy, there are now more emerging entrepreneurs than ever. Many entrepreneurs fail (at least at first), but there are also a few that flourish and reap the benefits of their efforts. Being able to work for yourself is certainly an attractive prospect for many that comes with plenty of benefits. If you want to get your business venture off the ground, you’ll need to tap into your entrepreneurial spirit and think like a successful entrepreneur. What is the entrepreneurial mindset? Some people have a knack for entrepreneurial thinking while others need…
If you look at the rising rate of online sales across the globe, you can begin to understand why ecommerce is so attractive to aspiring entrepreneurs, After all, retail ecommerce sales will showcase growth of 221% globally between 2014 and 2021, peaking at a staggering $4.8 trillion at the end of this period. Whilst the market opportunity may be huge, however, you still need to understand the mechanics of ecommerce and create a viable growth strategy if you’re going to succeed over time. Here are some steps to help you on your way: 1. Start by Researching ecommerce in the…
Those looking for secure, well-paid and rewarding work with good opportunities should seriously consider the logistics industry. In a time where there is a great deal of uncertainty in the air and many industries are struggling, the logistics industry continues to thrive as goods will always need to be shipped, distributed, stored and managed. Here are just a few reasons why you should consider a career in this industry. Sector Growth It is important that the industry in which you work is succeeding as otherwise this can lead to uncertainty. The logistics industry continues to grow and there are more…
There’s a lot of job searching tips out there, so many in fact that reading up on them can feel overwhelming. To help you focus and fine-tune your job searching strategy, we’ve pulled together some timeless tips that are proven to work. 1. Make yourself an obvious fit for the role Before your CV is even looked at by a Hiring Manager, it may have to get through an applicant tracking system screening. This is an automatic process where your CV is searched for keywords and skills that match the job criteria. If they’re not present in your CV, your…
The world of animation is a large field with amazing professional opportunities for people who want to earn money with the help of their love for art. Television, advertising, video games, marketing – all these spheres require the presence of a talented artist who will create new worlds and characters. It doesn’t matter if we are watching a movie or some promotional product, the animation is all around us. However, you’ll have to choose which industry is closer to you and dedicate yourself to the creation of something special. Let’s find out more about animation, careers in this sector, its…