Relevant work on topics that impact current work force trends and dynamics.
Business Professions for Innovative Thinkers – Stewart, #
For some people, innovative thinking is innate, while others may develop the skill over time.
Yet, one aspect that all innovators have in common is the ability to view situations or issues from alternative perspectives. Instead of creating what is already in demand, they may invent a product […]
6 Common Workplace Concerns and Solutions – Stewart, #
In the U.S., the average work-week is approximately 40 hours. Most employees take a few holidays every year, but did you know that around 30 percent of our life is spent in the workplace? Given the vast amount of time we spend at our jobs, […]
Creating a Socially Responsible Business – Stewart, #
Our current era requires more than just fiscal achievement for a company to be considered truly successful. Organizations who accomplish the most are also making an impact in areas outside of their budget; they are working toward the betterment of society as a whole. In […]
Achieving Effective Quality Control on a Budget – Stewart, #
There is often a traditional management consensus which connotes quality control as an unavoidable expense; simply a part of the cost of doing business. Yet, in reality, this couldn’t be further from the truth. All disputes aside, the one precept that should be established is […]
The Importance of Skilled Business Writing – Stewart, #
Why are writing skills important for professional success?
A few years ago, the editing software company, known as Grammarly, concluded a 10-year study on LinkedIn which showed that people who achieved over six promotions in their career had 45 percent fewer grammar errors in their […]
Finding the Balance in Mandatory Overtime – Stewart, #
If you are a non-exempt employee who has worked beyond your decided weekly hours, those added hours are considered overtime; and are to be compensated at a higher rate than your regular hours.
At some point in your career, you will likely find yourself working overtime […]
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Jobs that Require Travel – Stewart, #
In the old days, travel was deemed to be dangerous and largely unnecessary. Most people lived their entire lives within 10 miles of where they were born. Those who ventured more than 25 miles from home were decidedly well-traveled. It was a supremely resilient group […]
Identifying Your Leadership Style – Stewart, #
We frequently find ourselves touting our leadership skills when vying for any type of management or executive position, but how often do we take the time to reflect upon our actual style of leadership? Although we may take our leadership techniques for granted, increasing the […]