Brought to you by GetSmarter: The world of FinTech has rapidly evolved in recent years, and that evolution is anticipated to continue. Financial technology has become one of the most important aspects of our lives, and businesses are beginning to realize the importance of having a strong FinTech presence. Today, this article discusses the evolution of FinTech and how it has … [Read more...]
Why is Social Collaboration Important in the Workplace?
Brought to you by Bloomfire: 97% of company executives and workers believe that a lack of effective communication in the workplace impacts the results of a project. Networking has always been a part of business. It allows people to share ideas and form tight-knit bonds that help with teamwork. Social collaboration has not only digitized but also made the process easier. … [Read more...]
Money-Saving Decisions for a New Business
Brought to you by Flatirons Development Starting a new business is no easy matter. Many think all you need is a solid idea, and the rest will follow. But without execution, even the best ideas falter. There are numerous missteps to be avoided along the way to business success. One misstep can be costly, two or three can be fatal. If you're considering a business venture, … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Obtaining an Alternative Teaching Certification
Brought to you by Teachers of Tomorrow: The alternative teaching certification program is a teaching credential introduced to bridge the gap between the shortage of teachers and their demand in the education sector. As an accelerated pathway to becoming a teacher, it enables graduates with a degree in a non-education subject or professionals working in an unrelated field … [Read more...]
Why Your Feedback May Not Be Getting Results: 5 Antidotes to Bad Feedback
When you hear the word “feedback” what comes up for you? Do you welcome it or cringe and run for the hills? My guess is most of us are at the latter edge of the spectrum. Why? Because most of us have been the receiver of unhelpful feedback at best or feedback that damaged relationships at worst. If you’re in a position where you give feedback (and really this should happen … [Read more...]
Myths and Truths About Business School
Brought to you by University of Arizona Global Campus: You want to be a high-powered executive, but there are plenty of hoops to jump through before you'll be welcomed in the top levels of business leadership. To start, it helps to have a degree in business — but for many, business school is a daunting prospect. Likely, you've heard many anxiety-inducing rumors about the … [Read more...]
7 Security Tips for Working Remotely at Home
Brought to you by SenseOn Tech: The increase in working from home has benefited us in so many ways. However, working from home has cyber security risks attached. Here are some ways to reduce those issues. 1. Invest in Trusted VPN and Antivirus Tools Remote workers must secure their internet connection to safeguard their data and privacy. Windows has security software for … [Read more...]
What’s the Secret to a Great (and Productive) Board Meeting?
Brought to you by BoardPro: If you want to establish your company as a better place to work, running productive and effective meetings is one of the best places to start. One of the ways to do this is to make an effort to engage everyone present in the discussion. But how exactly do you do that? It's important to listen and actively engage with your team during a meeting. … [Read more...]