Consider what you really want Wanting to become a mentor is a noble goal, but it needs clarifying. Think carefully about what you really want so you can find the right mentoring relationship. The clearer your goals are, the greater your chances of having a good mentoring experience. Do you want to pass on your […]

Hydration is one of the most important aspects of your health. When you get dehydrated, your body produces negative symptoms, from dry mouth to headaches and muscle cramps. Worse, if you get dehydrated at work, you might find that your lack of concentration and inability to focus have a negative impact on your productivity and […]

When you decide to start an internship program at your business, you must have a plan to ensure two things: You provide sufficient value and information for the interns; and Your interns provide sufficient value for your business. An internship is designed to benefit both parties, but if you don’t have a way to manage […]

Whether you’re a first-time manager or you’ve headed companies for years, you’ll find that hiring and firing employees is part of the reality of running a business. While hiring new candidates tends to be a positive experience, letting employees go can be challenging, even for the most seasoned managers. Learn when and how to fire […]

You may have launched your startup singlehandedly, but you can’t take it to the level you want to achieve all on your own. To grow and evolve, your company needs a diverse team with a range of skillsets, experience, and personalities. As a startup founder, however, you can’t spare much time to build and hire […]

Turning down a job offer can feel strange, especially if you’ve spent a long time in the job-hunting trenches, but you might receive a more attractive offer or discover that the company doesn’t fit with your personality or goals. Fortunately, declining a job offer becomes easier when you know the best practices for maintaining good […]