Business acumen…hmmm…what is this elusive concept? As I understand it, business acumen is: keenness and quickness in understanding and dealing with a “business situation” in a manner that is likely to lead to a good outcome. With business
8 Surprising Barriers that block good ideas in the workplace
“Good ideas are a dime a dozen…” My friend and mentor James used to tell me. “You just have to let them in!” he would end with a flourish and rush off to implement his next good idea.
How to stop 5 “No-Fail” Things That Kill every Training Programme
Designing and delivering a training programme excites me. I love the challenge of ensuring that what you learn in my training room, shows up in your workplace. And I absolutely love it when my training leads
Good Business Etiquette: 7 useful tips you need to navigate the holidays
I couldn’t believe my eyes. It seemed that every last shred of business etiquette had gone through the window. There was my latest client. Half empty glass in his right hand, his left hand on his hip and
How to handle questions effectively after your speech
At my recently held successful workshop “Public Speaking for Everyday Business People” when we were discussing fears around public speaking, one participant emphatically replied “the question period!” And I totally get that. Not being able to handle questions
How to Double Your Personal Productivity in 4 Easy Steps!
Recently I was having dinner with my girlfriend from way back. And just when I was floating on the cloud that appeared right after the coconut cream pie, which was accompanied by a fine wine, she declared: “Don’t
How to Get the Best Value From a Great Business Mentor
“Why is it that people are treating having a business mentor as just the latest flavor in business and professional development?” Poor me…one more time…I could not keep my big mouth shut, so I had to ask that
10 Useless Rules Every Authentic Leader Should Avoid
There I was, minding my business. Well, not really…I was minding the business of an “authentic leader”. He was in the gym with some other businessmen and they had entered my space. I was impressed by
How to Approach Employee Training When You Want Big Results!
Employee training and development is a must for your for small business. At some level, you know that investing in employee training and development is necessary for you to compete in today’s market. You also know that
How to Be a Winner When You Default on Your Business Debt
Defaulting on your business debt is the one thing that can make you feel like a loser. And in the worst way. I know this first hand. One of the businesses I started was going to be the