Is it time to overcome the salary taboo?
Call it our British sensibilities and innate politeness, but whatever it is, not discussing salaries at work can demotivate employees and make them go elsewhere.
Tag: Charlie Mullins
My views on the benefits and drawbacks of remote working
By our very nature, human beings are social animals. We thrive in an environment where we can interact with others, be that in a social setting or for business.
The secret to finding inspiration and avoiding ‘idea paralysis’
Getting to that ‘light bulb’ moment as an entrepreneur can be tricky. But what business owners don’t always realise is that their winning idea can be simple.
Why A-level qualifications no longer dictate success in business
Each year, the media focuses primarily on A-Level results, perpetuating the myth that this route is the only way to a worthwhile, long-term career.
It’s time we crack down on late payments and the big businesses that do it
Bigger businesses continue to be the culprits when it comes to late payments, and who gets hurt most from it” SMEs of course. We need to punish the ones that do it.
Business language that aids and hinders your business
Whilst there are sayings in business that are a waste of time, it’s the good ones like ‘pivot’ or ‘disruptor’ you should be adopting to increase your chances of success.
Do your employees ‘switch off’ on their summer holidays?
Business owners and employees alike are working from their sunbeds aided by the connectivity of technology. But is this down to diligence or distrust of other colleagues?
Is the demise of sole traders a myth?
We’re hearing a lot about the doomed plight of sole traders. But is this true After all, I started out as a sole trader, and I’ve done pretty well…
What are the business benefits of charity fundraising?
Raising funds for charitable causes is not only good for your company’s bottom line, but it’s also a great motivator for staff. It’s also the right thing for a successful business to do.
Businesses great and small must innovate to stay ahead
Innovation is not only for the small and disruptive new businesses on the block. The most successful companies have to do it or they’ll risk losing their positions as world leaders.