Praseeda Nair is the editorial director of Business Advice, and its sister publication for growing businesses, Real Business. She's an impassioned advocate for women in leadership, and likes to profile business owners, advisors and experts in the field of entrepreneurship and management.
Melissa Powell, the COO of The Allure Group, outlines best practices for chief operations officers, specifically how to build a positive culture and not let small problems become big ones. When dealing with issues, no matter the size, it is best to zero in on them and quickly identify viable solutions, she writes. Here are her top tips. more»
New research reveals bad news for CEOs in the trust department. Employees trust their CEOs less than they did seven years ago, which leads to a drop in morale, engagement and productivity. Here's what you can do to steer your startup with a trust injection. more»
Small businesses are urged to double check that they really are Making Tax Digital compliant before they face complications. more»
Three in four working Brits say they can do their job to the same standard in four days as they do in five. This according to a job site Indeed, which surveyed 2000 full-time employees on what work means to them today, against the backdrop of jobseeker trends from the last five years. more»
Here, Beth Hood shares a handy time management mnemonic, CLEAR, that keeps her on top of her schedule all the time, every time. more»
Small businesses across the UK are set to share an estimated £118m revenue boost from extra bank holiday consumer spending over both bank holiday weekends in May, according to new figures from Paymentsense. more»
An increasing number of men say they enjoy the experience of shopping on the high street much more now than they did five years ago, crediting improved retail experience and choices as the main reason. more»
Office romances are twice as successful as online dating. What’s your company’s stance on this? Here’s how to build a company policy and keep things above board. more»
This guide will help SME employers support the underrepresented, stigmatised and often isolated workforce affected by mental health issues. more»
A new government poll reveals misunderstandings and confusion regarding pay and payslips. Here’s what you need to know to promote a fair workplace or risk a hefty fine. The Department […] more»
