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Reskilling: What is it and why is it important?

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For example, a retailer might reskill its in-store salespeople to work as remote customer service agents to support a change in focus from brick-and-mortar to e-commerce sales. She managed a group of women mathematicians working as “human computers” for the U.S. space program in the 1950s. Adopt a skills development platform.

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How to do a company SWOT analysis, and why it matters

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You can use any media you prefer, such as: A large piece of paper affixed to a board or easel A dry erase board Projection from your computer onto a blank wall or screen Collaborative platform with shared access, such as a Google document. But you can plan ahead and be prepared – even for the unexpected. External factors.

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The No. 1 Tip for Hiring a Successful Summer Intern

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Good old-fashioned planning, while not exciting, is the single best way to ensure your company and your young professionals-in-training get the most of a summer internship. So, what do you need to plan? Basic questions to consider when planning a summer internship program: How long will interns work? Everything. The welcome.

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8 Tried and True Time Management Tips for Business Leaders

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As a business owner or leader, so many things can keep you from focusing on your main roles – driving sales and pushing your company forward. You may have a calendar on paper, on your computer and on your phone. In addition to Personal and Work, some people like to have a calendar called Plan.

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Is Your Office Killing Employee Productivity?

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They found that the open floor plan decreased productivity and employee satisfaction while it increased employee stress and negative coworker relations. Even worse, the 50s movie Desk Set with Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy arguing over installation of one room-sized computer. The 80s movie Working Girl at best.

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6 Creative Ways to Solve a Problem

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Although it sounds complicated, a graphic example shows how easy it is: Sales are Down Store Inventory is Low Supplier is Unreliable Some Items Discontinued Outside Sales Team Below Goals High Team Turnover Low Team Morale. But sometimes, plans in action go completely astray when implemented. Reverse Brainstorming.

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Automated expense reporting: 4 not-so-obvious benefits

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Whether you’re the only one doing the spending, or you have a top-notch sales force dedicated to growing revenue, automating your expense reporting procedures will give you valuable data analytics you can use to plan for the future. A more effective sales force. A motivated sales force can do wonders for your bottom line.

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