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As a new leader, your first 100 days are like an extended interview. You will be evaluated by team members, your manager, peers, clients, and external observers. Everything you do or do not do will affect them. Because you want to start off on the right foot, avoid making these five mistakes. Not Getting to… Read more »
If you are not feeling challenged at work, you need to make a change. If you have a good relationship with your manager, an excellent reputation at the office, and are a valuable team player, consider talking with your manager about taking on more challenging work. Follow these guidelines to move forward with your idea…. Read more »
Internal conflict halts productivity within your company. Constant disagreements promote toxic behavior that increases tension in the workplace. As a leader, you need to combat conflict among your team members. Here are some guidelines to help your team reset and regroup after a drastic internal conflict. Meet with Everyone Involved Bring together everyone affected by… Read more »
Increasing productivity is most likely a top priority for your company. The more productive your employees are, the greater your revenue. Although you probably have streamlined operations in place that increase efficiency, have you considered letting your employees work remotely? Because working remotely has been proven to add up to a full day’s work throughout… Read more »
At the end of each year, we like to look back on what topics our most popular articles discussed. Our top three management articles shared information on accounting and finance podcasts to subscribe to, what millennials look for in an employer, and how to avoid micromanaging your team. Planning for 2018: 4 Podcasts Every Accounting… Read more »
At Alliance Resource Group, we enjoy looking back on our articles from the year to see which topics job seekers were most interested in. In 2018, our most popular articles discussed how to avoid appearing overconfident during an accounting job interview, whether your resume undersells your qualities, and why you should consider a new job… Read more »
Being aware of what technology trends to expect in 2019 helps your company prepare for innovation. Because these trends will change the way you do business, you may be able to enter a new market or increase your revenue by implementing them. Increasing Use of Blockchain The use of blockchain to protect consumers will continue… Read more »
As 2018 nears an end, it’s time to think about which changes you want to see in 2019. Discussing the changes now means you can begin making a list of what you want to implement and how you will go about it. You will get your team energized for starting the new year right. Which… Read more »
With the holidays right around the corner, you want to recognize your team for all their hard work throughout the year. Because team members tend to be more focused on their holiday plans than on work, you want to find ways to reengage them in their tasks. Recognizing your teammates for their contributions is an… Read more »
The 100-Day Cycle covers the eight stages of turning a prospect into a customer. The process is similar to turning a new hire into a productive long-term employee. After all, you get one chance to make a positive first impression. Focusing on the 100-Day Cycle likely will increase your long-term client base and employee satisfaction…. Read more »