The work week is busy, I know. It can be challenging to find time to actually prepare for your meetings. But investing time in writing a meeting agenda is worth it. Here’s how to write one that will keep you on track and make you look good: See Related: 8 Helpful…
Did you know there are real tools you can use to assess productivity in the workplace? No, not rulers or protractors – you can put those away. An employee’s productivity won’t be measured in centimeters or degrees. Let me tell you 8 ways to actually measure productivity in the workplace….
Did you know that almost two-thirds of employed workers are actively job hunting in 2022? Eek! But managers, try not to feel disheartened. This is an opportunity to prioritize employee job satisfaction and keep the best people at your business! Don’t worry, I’ll tell you how. Here are my top…
This is a big question on companies’ minds these days. How can I get the best performance from my staff without asking too much of them? To me, this is all about businesses learning to invest in their teams. Recognize their strengths. Provide them with the resources they need. And…
It can be challenging to step away from your desks and dedicate time to team building. But it’s worth it – here’s why. Let’s break it down into a fun acronym: TEAM! See Related: 6 Steps to Planning the Perfect Team Building Event TEAM Building Benefit #1: Team spirit is an…
If you had a dime for all the business meetings you’ve attended, you’d probably have… well, a lot of dimes. But how many of those meetings were truly productive and useful? Time is precious and your colleagues are busy (you know this because you’re busy too)! Be respectful of everyone’s…
The audience is ready for a good evening, lights illuminate the podium, and you are introducing the next guest speaker to take the stage. Seems simple, but there is an art to making a great introduction – and I have four tips to guide you. Join me! See Related: What is…
We’ve all been there. The spotlight is on you, you’ve set up the perfect joke, you nail the punchline, and… crickets. It’s never fun to feel like your humor isn’t reading as funny to the audience. That’s why I’m here to teach you my six greatest tips and tricks on…
You might think that a professional emcee only does public events. Like the kinds with a raffle or a ferris wheel if you want to get really fancy. But emcee work can range across disciplines. Including corporate events and business meetings. So what kind of responsibility gets added on when…
It’s tempting to ask Fred, the funny guy on your marketing team, to fill the role of MC at your annual gathering. Don’t do it! Fred may be funny in the break room. But working with an amateur master of ceremonies can turn your special event into a real disaster….