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Business management and leadership provide vision and strategy for moving companies forward.
Today's manger needs business skills, personal skills and technical skills to navigate successfully in
the global marketplace. Successful business managers instill ethics in the workforce, actively
communicate a passion for the business, communicate effectively and demonstrate honesty. Quality
leadership provides opportunities for management training, technical skill development,
mentorships, and life coaching that enhances business skills while providing personal growth
experience. Business managers often benefit from mentoring junior managers and networking with
other business professionals. Learn about the many facets of providing leadership and managing a
business in this Hub topic.
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Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Activity List to Project Success
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
Many project managers don't know the difference between a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and
an Activity List. On small projects, it doesn't matter much. But on larger ones, it's crucial to
understand the difference,...
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McDonald's SWOT analysis and recommendations
by Candyleo13
SWOT Analysis: 1. Strengths: - Strong brand name, image and reputation McDonalds has built up
huge brand equity. It is the no 1 fast food company by sales, with more than 31,000 restaurants
serving...
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How to be a Good Boss and Supervisor in the Workplace
by David Livermore (339 followers)
I talk about my own experiences when it comes to being a supervisor and what I learned from them.
I offer up tips for those who just filled the role as leader in their workplace so that they can learn to
become a good...
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Rio Tinto: Iron Ore; A Situational Analysis
by WoW Guide Master (32 followers)
This is an adapted situational analysis of the Rio Tinto Iron Ore group from 2012. It identifies their
strategic objectives and analyses them in an attempt to ID issues and provide recommendations.
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Why should Working Capital be managed efficiently
by Lasantha Wijesekera (182 followers)
It is very important to manage working capital efficiently. This is important from the point of view of
both liquidity and profitability. Even the most profitable business can quickly go under if it does not
have...
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How Google Motivates their Employees with Rewards and Perks
by ThinkingLeader
by Joshua Cook @ www.ThinkingLeaders.com Contemporary companies are constantly finding new
ways and approaches to recruit top talent, retain top talent, and find innovative ways to motivate
employees for maximum...
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Dell's Competitive Advantage Strategy
by unrealist (15 followers)
This article explores Dell's competitive advantage in the industry, documenting it's rise and fall.
What led to Dell's initial success as a market leader and what caused its eventual decline?
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Why Employees Should Want to Attend Training Workshops
by ChrisMcDade8 (98 followers)
Employers often require employees to attend mandatory training. While such training sessions can
be viewed as a disruption, employees should recognize the benefits in participating in them.
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A Porter's 5 forces analysis on Nokia
by tfliu90 (2 followers)
Nokia was founded over 140 years ago in Finland, and since then has become a global organisation
that operates in over 120 countries worldwide. Nokia has also become a market leader in the mobile
telecommunications...
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How Max Weber's Management Styles Might Respond-React to Change
by Sallie B. Middlebrook, Ph.D. (314 followers)
How do various styles of business management respond to change? With change management being
a primary focus/need of business in the 21st century, this Hub looks at classic management styles
and how they might...
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Leader vs Manager: Traits, Qualities and Characteristics
by Bhavesh Naik (7 followers)
Leader vs Manager starts with a simple self-assessment that helps you determine whether you are
predominantly a leader or a manager. Further, it defines leadership versus management and
compares and contrasts traits,...
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Managing the Human Assets in Your Real Estate Company
by Doug Stranahan
Owning a successful real estate business equates to finding and keeping good sales associates. Here
are five key ingredients to the formula for how to meet the challenge of managing your agents.
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Google's Competitive Advantage Strategy
by unrealist (15 followers)
This article explores Google's competitive advantage and strategy, from its growth as a small search
engine to one of the world's leading multinational corporation.
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How to Supervise Supervisors
by David Livermore (339 followers)
Supervising a supervisor can be even more difficult than supervising a line staff employee. Hopefully
these tips can provide some guidance in that.
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Interview Tips for Business Owners and Managers
by I Am Rosa (217 followers)
Hiring new staff is a decision that will impact your business for years. These handy tips outlined in
10 simple steps will help your interviewing process flow smoothly.
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How to Supervise Friends and Former Co-Workers
by David Livermore (339 followers)
It can be a hard to promote and end up supervising former co-workers, or even worse, friends. Learn
how to help both you and them during your transition from co-worker to supervisor.
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Factors that Contribute to Business Success
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
As more businesses fail in this challenging economy, understanding the key factors in business
success is crucial to the survivors, to entrepreneurs, and to new start up companies. Know these
factors, re-design your...
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Simplifying the Complex Decision Making Process
by CWanamaker (407 followers)
We make decisions every day that affect our lives and the lives of others. These decisions may
involve anything from deciding where to eat dinner to how to prevent a nuclear catastrophe. Some
decisions, such as...
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A Day In The Life Of A Project Manager
by Lauren (18 followers)
Are you considering a career in project management? Here's a real-life look at what a project
manager does, and what it takes to succeed in this career.
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Manage Budgets - Understand How to Manage Budgets
by livingsta (555 followers)
Managing budgets is a critical skill that is important for any businesses which includes monitoring,
controlling, recording expenses, minimising costs, identifying situations for corrective actions
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Hyundai's Competitive Advantage Strategy
by unrealist (15 followers)
This article explores Hyundai's competitive advantage and strategy, on how it has established itself
as one of the largest multinational conglomerates in the world.
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What makes Wal-Mart successful??
by cheek0o (14 followers)
Wal-Mart Stores have stood at #1 position on Fortune's 500 and Global 500 lists for the year 2011 as
CNN reports. What makes Wal-Mart such a high revenue generating company?? Read this hub to
know.
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Different Types of Leadership: Prescriptive Situational
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
How do we create cohesive teams that get great work done? How do we manage different levels of
skill? How do we increase motivation in our team members? And how do we do all of this while being
fair, which is essential...
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How to Set-Up of Your Tutorial Business Place
by Felisa Daskeo (23 followers)
Setting up your tutorial place is as important as handling the children. If you set up your tutorial
place in such a way that the students are comfortable while they study, you are then doing good.
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What are Management Ethics?
by Sallie B. Middlebrook, Ph.D. (314 followers)
This Hub defines and looks at the topic of management ethics. Should corporations be held to the
same ethical/moral standards as individuals, in the management of business? Why or why not? Is it
really reasonable for...
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How to Give an Employee Performance Review
by David Livermore (339 followers)
Giving an employee evaluation can be a stressful experience, even if it's a good evaluation. This
article covers how to prepare write, and give an employee performance review.
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President Barack Obama's Leadership Styles
by ecoggins (597 followers)
This article highlights the types of leadership styles American president's like Barack Obama must
display to be an effective world leader.
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Abilene Paradox - Why Do We Say Yes When We Mean No
by BJ Rakow, Ph.D. (1,107 followers)
Why do we often say Yes when we really want to say No? It is a paradox that Jerry Harvey explored
in his book, "The Abilene Paradox." This is an easy-to-understand synopsis of that paradox and why I
believe it...
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Project management interview questions
by Lauren (18 followers)
In the competitive environment of project management, here's some tips for standing out from other
candidates in an interview. Here are the 8 most common questions you are likely to get asked.
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Monitoring physical progress of the projects
by hafeezrm (492 followers)
Called Follow-up or Project Supervision Department, it is an essential part of an organization to take
care of its projects. Banks which advance loans for setting up industrial units do have such
departments where their...
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Another Ex Gamestop Employee Tale of Termination Part Two
by AnotherAmerican (2 followers)
I was fired from a job where I had no write ups for job performance. While I enjoyed a reputation of
above average output and accomplishments, my demise came by way of falsitudes and ineptitude.
Falsitudes by envious...
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Your 60 PDU claim project for PMP (Updated 12th Sep. 2014)
by SMA Frankline (54 followers)
Making 60 PDU in three year cycle is not difficult, if you do it the Project Management way. This hub
describes the broad classification of PDU types by PMI. It has links to few resources to earn PDU
free, as well as...
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How to Manage Supervisor Duties
by David Livermore (339 followers)
A supervisor has to perform a balancing act when it comes to their duties. Sometimes it can be
overwhelming, but there are ways to organize supervisor duties so that they are manageable.
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What is the Contingency Leadership Theory?
by Melinda Longoria, MSM (91 followers)
The contingency theory aligns the leader's style with the most constructive circumstances for his or
her success. What are contingency leadership styles? How does the contingency theory work?
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Achieve the Goals You Set: Use the Law of Attraction
by Sustainable Sue (117 followers)
Start this year to create the life you dream of. You are stronger than you think, especially when you
understand how the Law of Attraction works. This article shows you how.
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Top 10 Executive Leadership Skills
by Moxyl (89 followers)
Discover the top 10 executive leadership skills that top coaching companies use in their executive
leadership development program.
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Business Success Using Six Sigma tools: DMAIC
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
DMAIC means Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control. It can create breakthrough
improvements in operations. But does DMAIC really work? Maybe . . .
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Will Six Sigma Help Operations Management in Your Company?
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
Six Sigma Quality Management is often touted as a solution for operations management and cost
problems. But, if your company is not ready, Six Sigma can make things worse. Learn why, and how
to determine whether your...
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Preparing for an ISO 9001 certification audit
by Alex (6 followers)
Preparing for an ISO 9001 certification audit can be a daunting experience especially if it is your
first audit by an external auditor. This article give advice of where to focus your preparations.
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The Five Functions of Management
by Dilip Chandra (867 followers)
Functions of Management. Koontz and O'Donnel explained five functions of management. They are;
Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing and Controlling.
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Four Questions to Ask Before Making Product Pricing Decisions
by Sallie B. Middlebrook, Ph.D. (314 followers)
This Hub provides a basic introduction to some of the primary factors that must go into the decision
about what to charge for products/services. It will help anyone, seasoned marketers (by being a
reminder), and new...
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Pricing Products: Four Major External Considerations
by Sallie B. Middlebrook, Ph.D. (314 followers)
This Hub article explores some of the most important external variables that must be considered
when making pricing decisions. It takes a look at things such as, pricing decisions made in different
types of markets;...
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How to Delegate Tasks to Subordinates
by ChrisMcDade8 (98 followers)
Delegation plays an important role in the performance of duties in the workplace. Wise managers
recognize the value with entrusting subordinates with delegated responsibilities.
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Product Pricing Strategies
by Sallie B. Middlebrook, Ph.D. (314 followers)
This Hub examines methods used to set prices when a company has more than one product for sale.
From using a "skimming" strategy while bringing a new product to market, to bundling old and new
products...
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To be a Soldier
by Lawrence Hebb (44 followers)
What does it take to be a Soldier? In this hub we explore a little of what it takes to wear the uniform
with pride.
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What is Six Sigma in Operations Management?
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
Six Sigma is, for most, a buzzword. What is it really? And can it help improve Operations
Management at your company? Can 6 Sigma improve quality cut costs?
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Project Management Templates: Communication Plans
by LWhip (18 followers)
Good communication is key to the success of any project. A communication plan is the mechanism
through which effective communication is achieved. Here is a free plan to help you achieve your
goals.
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PESTLE Analysis of Nokia
by tfliu90 (2 followers)
After conducting a Porter's 5 forces model on Nokia, I felt a PESTLE analysis would analyse the
macro environment of Nokia. These are all the external forces that are out of Nokias' control but
have a significant effect...
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Ingvar Kamprad's leadership style
by testervn (1 follower)
Ingvar Kamprad is the perfect example of a charismatic leader. IKEA is the perfect example of a
successful family business. We need to question whether in a family business; the leadership style is
influenced by the...
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Project Scope Management: What Are We Making?
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
Most projects fail, and the most common reason is that the goal is not clearly defined. When the
goal, or scope of the project, is clearly defined, success becomes possible. Learn how to define
project scope and goals...
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How To Delegate
by mulberry1 (669 followers)
Any new manager or leader needs to learn how to delegate work if they hope to accomplish anything
or to motivate workers. Doing it right is critical. Here is what they need to know.
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10 Golden Rules of Project Management
by Kerdon (41 followers)
I have been involved in managing projects and portfolios of projects for over 20 years and there are
a few golden rules I have learnt from all these projects that are standard across any type of project.
In this hubpage...
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Wal-Mart's Corrupt Management Structure
by Joe8943 (34 followers)
As a former manager at Wal-Mart I have seen first hand how poorly stores are run and how getting a
promotion is a real challenge no matter how talented you are. It took me years to climb up the
ladder and along the way...
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5 Ways to Improve Daily Scrum Meetings
by Lauren (18 followers)
Daily Scrum meetings are one of the best features of the Agile Scrum method of web development,
but at only 15 minutes a day how can you be certain you are using the time effectively?
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HEIJUNKA |Examples Meaning of Production Levelling
by David Gitachu (48 followers)
Heijunka is a Japanese word that, when loosely translated, means "levelling of production". If
properly applied, it results in a balanced production plant that is able to achieve high productivity
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How to Develop a Project Management Program that Really Works
by HowardBThiname (37 followers)
If your company is large than a half-dozen, or so, employees, you could probably benefit from a
project management program. This is a highly specialized field, but with a little effort and dedicated
workers, you can...
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Classical Theories of Motivation
by Dilip Chandra (867 followers)
Classical Theories of Motivation; See Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, Herzberg's Two factor
theory and Theory X and Theory Y.
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SADAFCO
by Musembi Daniel Nduva (7 followers)
Sadafco was established in 1976 to cater for the increasing diary needs of Saudi Arabian. Since its
inception, the organization has succeeded in capturing over half of the UHT (Long life) milk segment
in the country
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People Promoted In The Peter Principle
by DonDWest (110 followers)
The theory behind the Peter Principle is that in hierarchical structures, members are promoted so
long as they work competently. Eventually they are promoted to a position at which they are no
longer competent. This is...
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Team Dynamics: Conflict Resolution and Time Management
by naturesencore (62 followers)
Dynamics and Conflict within a Team The team concept is not an unfamiliar one. We are surrounded
by teams from the time we take our first breath until the time we leave this Earth. Doctors, nurses,
aides, dieticians,...
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Effective Communication: Active Listening Skills
by L.L. Woodard (263 followers)
Effective communication requires not only the ability to convey messages but also the ability to be a
good listener. Using active listening skills will improve the effectiveness of your communication in
both the work...
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ACER Competitive Strategy Review
by Michael Kromwyk (181 followers)
In this hub Michael Kromwyk provides some insight into the ACER competitive strategy and how it is
positioned against other brands in the PC and peripherals market. Included in the paper are some
university level models...
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Planning Function of Management
by Dilip Chandra (867 followers)
Planning in Management - Planning Function of Management; See What is Planning, Planning
Definition, Importance of Planning, Features of planning, Planning Process and Types of Plans.
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How to Use Operations Management Tools in Business
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
Operations Management tools, when properly implemented, reduce cost, waste, and risk. They are
essential to business success and profitability. Here's how to use them!
EDITOR'S CHOICE
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SWOT Analysis of Singapore Airlines
by unrealist (15 followers)
This article explores the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats of Singapore Airlines
using SWOT analysis. Singapore Airlines is one of the world's largest and most successful airlines.
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Ten People Who Beat Incredible Odds
by CJMcAllister (10 followers)
Tragedy is an unfortunate reality of life. However, certain exceptional individuals have accomplished
incredible things in spite of the overwhelming odds against them.
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Dealing with People Before They Become Difficult
by Carolyn M. Fields (8 followers)
Wouldn't it be grand if we knew how to give people what they needed, in order to keep everyone
happy and productive? Then there would be no need to "deal with difficult people," because
everyone would...
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How to Make People Uncomfortable
by Simone Haruko Smith (1,860 followers)
People spend far too much time trying to figure out how to make people happy and comfortable.
Sure, you can get ahead by impressing people; but it is far more fun to get ahead using intimidation
and other nefarious...
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Creating a High Performance Team at Work
by Jatinder Joshi (16 followers)
A winning team comprises happy faces, motivated individuals, and high performance. A winning
team can be created by an effective leader through articulating a well defined goal that is accepted
and committed to by every...
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How to Manage a Successful Restaurant
by Natasha Pelati (145 followers)
Make your restaurant profitable, stress free and get return customers. It is the most difficult
business to have if you do not know what you are doing. With twenty years of experience, let me
guide you in the right...
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Trump 101- The Way to Success
by Patty Inglish (6,689 followers)
Donald Trump is an icon of financial success. His books can help others achieve similar
accomplishments.
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Too Many Managers Means Nothing Gets Done
by Mark Ewbie (1,327 followers)
There are too many managers managing ever fewer workers. A college system that churns out
people with meaningless buzz words and no useful skills has turned the pyramid upside down.
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Top Inspiring Motivational Movie Clips
by Admiral_Joraxx (158 followers)
Feeling down and crushed by the fury of life? Hold on my friend. Just when you in the brink of giving
up on yourself, watch this videos, be inspired, uphold your dignity and be ready to tell the world that
you are...
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How to Measure the Success of a Project Workstream
by Anna (523 followers)
This article explains how to measure project workstream success by specifying different success
metrics and explaining how to go about evaluating whether the success metrics specified were
successful. Also includes good...
EDITOR'S CHOICE
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With Gravitas - Your Intention Heard and Felt
by Russ Baleson (279 followers)
How to develop gravitas, one of the most common traits of excellent leaders, inspirers and
motivators. Top tips for managers, speakers, presenters, and even parents. People with higher levels
of gravitas tend to be...
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Rotary Club - What is it?
by Russ Moran (369 followers)
A Rotary Club is a service organization that is part of Rotary International. It is also a place for
business networking. Service Above Self is its motto. This article explains what is a Rotary Club
EDITOR'S CHOICE
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Business Success, the Japanese Way
by toknowinfo (1,103 followers)
Every business success is built upon fundamentals and principals. Learning about the business
philosophy of Kaizen, will help any company, in any industry, a small, medium or large business
succeed.
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Using the Pareto Principle to Maximize Productivity
by JohnMello (316 followers)
The 80-20 rule can help you get organized, become efficient, and increase your productivity. Find
out how the Pareto Principle can transform the way you think about working.
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Functions of Management - Clearly Explained
by shabarigirish (111 followers)
Management students and new managers should understand the main functions of management like
planning, organizing, staffing, directing and controlling in detail. Clear understanding of these
functions will help them to...
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How poor Steering Committees cause projects to fail
by AlexandraChapman (1 follower)
When projects fail, the focus is usually on the project manager, but research shows ineffectual
Steering Committees are a bigger problem. Yet few business executives on Steering Committees
have ever been properly...
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The Nine Areas of Project Management, and Why They Matter
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
Successful completion of a project requires managing much more than scope, time, and money. We
must also address quality, risk, communications, and other factors. This article focuses on practical
success and introduces...
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How to Layout a Project Management Plan
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
A project without a plan is like a vacation without an itinerary. You'll get lost, miss your flight, and
have a miserable time. And you'll probably get fired, too! Make a clear project plan, and deliver
great results on...
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Controlling Function of Management
by Dilip Chandra (867 followers)
Controlling in Management - Controlling Function of Management; See Controlling Definition,
Features of Controlling, Importance of Controlling and Management by Exception.
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Why do people make excuses?
by Abdul Rahman Daud (2 followers)
Why do people make excuses ? Excuse or reality? People are quick to give excuses You could have
noticed that unsuccessful people are afflicted with a mind-freezing ailment. Let us call this illness -...
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Role and Responsibilites of Human Resources
by tresero (81 followers)
In a short amount of time, Human Resources (HR) management has gone from an administrative
function to a full fledged strategic partner in the enterprise. Many companies have completed this
transition, but some...
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How to Manage Underperformance
by sarahsherlock (123 followers)
Managing underperformance and performance management can be an extremely daunting and
stressful experience. The process for performance management in the case of underperformance in
most organisations is formal and...
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Communication and Personality in Negotiation
by Phoenix Business (79 followers)
Communication and Personality in Negotiations This hub describes a negotiation situation that I
have participated in (e.g., sale/purchase of a house, car, salary, etc.). It also analyzes the roles of
communication and...
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Revenue Management in an Hotel
by saitam (92 followers)
Ever wondered why the Hotels can sell their rooms at many different prices? The answer is simple, it
is their revenue management department trying to increase revenue by managing the prices per
room
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Leadership Development: Power in Servant Leader Concepts
by lisabeaman (185 followers)
The quest for power, authority, and success is not the only way of leadership. There's a better way to
lead. Servant Leadership offers a different idea and concept. One that calls the leader to serve the
ones he...
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Five Gamification Techniques for Business
by Zern Liew (15 followers)
Implementing simple gamification techniques in your business application or process can boost
engagement , productivity and quality. Gamification in one way for your business to leverage social
media.
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How to get 35 contact hours for PMP application
by seanraj (156 followers)
If you are applying for the PMP certification exam, you need to document 35 contact hours of formal
education. This article will tell you various ways to earn the 35 contact hours.
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Women in Leadership: The Four Types of Leaders
by Sid Kemp (576 followers)
Women fulfill many leadership roles. Just like men, women can be visionary, be peacemakers, be
steady guides through difficult times, or be problem-solvers.
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Ten golden traits of a successful businessman
by Aman Thakur (62 followers)
This article is all about how to become a successful businessman? Here, I am discussing the ten
most sought golden traits in a successful business man.
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Business Management Tips: Handling urgency (humor)
by C.V.Rajan (321 followers)
Urgencies are parts of business management. At least mostly they are projected to be! But how
serious are these urgencies truly? Here is analysis, partly for fun and partly serious.
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Management Planing (A glance at the Boeing Company)
by stayabovewater (9 followers)
The Boeing Company started with a desire, of one man, which employees share today inside a
multinational company, which is as strong as its business plan. Planning and how a plan is adaptive
to influences will reflect...
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What is Scientific Management
by Matt Doran (67 followers)
This article provides readers with an overview of the principles of Scientific Management theory
with examples of a Scientific Management approach in various sectors and industries.
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Evolution of Management Principles
by Dilip Chandra (867 followers)
Evolution of Management Principles : Early Perspectives | Classical Management Theory | Neo
Classical Theory / Human Relations Approach | Management Science / Operational Research |
Modern Management.
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Effective Communication Styles by MBTI Personality Type
by Deidre Shelden (521 followers)
Appropriate skills make communication effective and productive. When we apply well the different
MBTI communication skills and styles of our employees, work progress and success can greatly
increase.
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CHARACTERISTICS OF PARTNERSHIPS BUSINESS
by hotbabefatchicks (30 followers)
DEFINITION In a contract of partnership, two or more persons bind themselves to contribute
money, property, or industry to a common fund, with the intention of dividing the profit among
themselves. Two or more...
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7 Tips on How to Improve Leadership Communication
by ecoggins (597 followers)
Communication is the life blood of any organization. Business leaders who want to propel their
organizations to the upper echelons must begin by learning how to communicate effectively.
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Human Resources Management Selection Tools
by Cameron Corniuk (59 followers)
The current state of the economy has increased the number of people out of work and looking for
work a hundredfold. This is both good and bad, and that is for the same reasons. Human resource
professionals have a much...
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Creating a personal mission statement: Life Coaching beginnings
by Rev. Akins (91 followers)
Any missions statement that is well crafted will help the success of the person or organization. The
more reflective the mission statement the easier it will be to prioritize and make decisions. Mission
statements are...
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Staffing Function of Management
by Dilip Chandra (867 followers)
Staffing Function of Management; See Staffing Definition, Importance of Staffing, Staffing Process,
Difference between Recruitment and Selection Difference between and Training and Development.
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Jack Ma Of Alibaba
by Justin Choo (458 followers)
Jack Ma of Alibaba. The entrepreneur maverick who conquered the e-commerce business world
without having to sell anything! Just shout "Open sesame"!
2
What is the Authentic Leadership Theory?
by Melinda Longoria, MSM (91 followers)
Authentic Leadership is the newest theory in the study of leadership. What is the Authentic
Leadership Theory? Why is Authentic Leadership needed? How do you become an Authentic Leader?
Read for more!
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How to Run a Meeting Successfully
by Stephanie Henkel (1,233 followers)
Make your next meeting more productive! Tips for running a successful meeting. How to make an
agenda and when NOT to have a meeting.
4
How to Declutter Your Home Using 5S Steps
by David Gitachu (48 followers)
Learn how to declutter your home using these easy 5S steps and see a dramatic reduction in the
chaos that is your home. When you declutter your home, you will see that a lot of the stuff you
keep....
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Effective Team Building by Using MBTI Personality Strengths
by Deidre Shelden (521 followers)
Tap into more of employee potential. Determine these two things about the natural aptitude of each
person's personality type for building team talent, and make the best use of their potential.
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Greatness Must Be Earned
by Michael Long (3 followers)
To attract business and prospective employees, companies do their fair share of self promotion. The
best self-assigned accolades mean nothing unless they are matched by your customers and
employees.
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How to Write Policies and Procedures
by David Livermore (339 followers)
Most businesses and organizations follow a set of guidelines in the form of policies and procedures
to get the job done. Learn how to write a policy and procedure for anything in your organization.
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