Jeffrey D Martin’s
Business Blog
Leadership Skills Most Managers Lack
For many workers, their happiness or frustration at the job is determined by their manager. According to a report by the Gallup organization, a manager's influence on employee engagement is significant. Half of Americans have left their jobs due to dissatisfaction...
Tips for Conducting Effective Interviews
Although it may seem effortless, conducting an interview can be very challenging. A lot of preparation goes into it, and many hiring managers make the mistake of not preparing adequately for this step, which can lead to costly mistakes. An interview is an excellent...
Networking Tips for Business Professionals Working Remotely
Employees who work from home often fear that they will be overlooked for promotions and special assignments. However, this issue can be overcome by developing practical communication skills and building solid relationships with other professionals. Regardless of your...
Best TedTalks for Entrepreneurs
If you are an entrepreneur, then you want to be successful. For most people, success is measured in terms of money and cents. However, for small business owners, it also means having healthy relationships and giving back to the community. These TED Talks are for you...
How Entrepreneurs Can Revive Their Motivation After a Burnout
Working long hours and enduring stress is inevitable in today's fast-paced society. If you don't take time to rest and reflect, you will most likely experience burnout. This can lead to exhaustion and depleted mental and physical health. Unfortunately, burnout is a...
Tips on Improving Morale During a Merger
When a merger is in the works, it can be natural for people to start acting differently. However, this can signal that something is off and could cause employees to lose engagement. This can make it hard for you to convince them to support the new vision. Although no...
How to Reduce the Risk of Hardship for Your Business
Many entrepreneurs use business risk management to describe a strategy they believe can help their companies manage their risks. Although it's a trend that many companies have already adopted, there are still ways that small and medium-sized businesses can reduce...
Training Employees on New Technology
As technology increases in prominence in businesses, employees must be equipped with the necessary skills to use it effectively. Many people who were previously trained on older systems may struggle to keep up with the changes. Having the necessary support and...
What Computer to Use for Your Business
Everyone needs a computer at work, especially those who use social media and email. Unfortunately, many think buying a primary PC from a big-box store is the best way to start a business. However, buying a business PC from a store such as Best Buy or Walmart is not...
Managing the Human Element in Business
During the course of running a business, we have been presented with various questions and mysteries that are not only related to the operation of the company, but also about the people we come into contact with. In his 1974 book, Proust wrote that “Hell is other...