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How strategic thinking with the mind of an artist can get you far in business By Jaclyn Crawford Graffiti and business are two things that usually do not intersect, but in a twist of fate for Erik Wahl, author of “Unthink” and keynote speaker, he has been able to successfully intertwine the two, answering the long-standing question: How do we …
Organization isn’t just for being more comfortable in your works-pace, but it improves work-habits and overall productivity. There is no underestimating the role an organized office plays in your peace of mind and greater success. Even now, with productivity conversations revolving around digital storage and electronic solutions, paper piles still run rampant on desktops across the globe. With these piles, …
Surrounded by multiple technologies, sometimes it seems impossible to get things done. Here are some pointers to help you keep your focus and complete the task at hand. This happens to me multiple times a day: I start reading through something, and next thing I know I have left that task behind to do something completely different. Sometimes it is …
Non-verbal communication is just as vital as verbal communication, so what are you really saying? Studies show that nonverbal communication carries between 65-93% more impact than the actual words spoken, especially when the message involves emotional meaning and attitudes. These nonverbal cues include facial expressions, eye contact, gestures, posture, body movement, tones of voice, dress, grooming, touch, and even your …
IRCE 2013 brought together eRetailers in different fields to collaborate, learn and share. Here are our takeaways from the event. It is safe to say the internet has changed the way we do business– cross-country meetings are conducted via webcam, an order placed online today has the potential to arrive in the mail tomorrow, connections are made with each other …
We understand that feeling post lunch-hour. Here are some helpful tips to beat the slump.
Using Social Sensing Technology to Transform Organizations People analytics is simultaneously an extremely old and new phenomenon. When we use data to uncover the workplace behaviors that make people effective, happy, creative, experts, leaders, followers, connectors, early adopters, and so on, we are using people analytics. Thousands of years ago, this data came from humans’ observations of the world. By …
“We know we’ve had a good day when things run simple and smooth, just making checks off our to-do list.” In a recent staff meeting, we discussed how we communicate to avoid issues. Here at Forefront, we like to keep our work organized, manageable and productive. The best way to do that is to avoid in-office drama that could take …
With business changing so quickly how can you stay ahead of the competition? No one can deny that our world is changing rapidly, and not only in terms of technology. Consumers don’t spend like they used to. The Internet has changed the way people do their shopping. We are seeing a great deal of innovation in the way manufacturers and …
Taking a step back to see what we have taken away from issue 5 of the Magazine. In this issue, we have had the pleasure of speaking with many inspirational business leaders that have learned so much and are continuing to grow in their careers. One common theme that is easily spotted throughout is how many of our featured executives …
Skype meetings, wireless connections, and Google drive makes for a portable office from your laptop. But, is it a good idea? With more people telecommuting now more than ever, there has been a work-culture shift from the traditional office mindset of the 9-to-5 workday. For some, work can be done from virtually anywhere with the help of a WiFi connection, …
This project in the works, becomes a reality providing professional growth and development content Readers, After mentioning the idea of starting a blog earlier this year, our dreams have become a reality. This has been put together through a collaboration of staff and guests who are dedicated to bringing helpful resources and new ideas to our readers. In planning, designing …
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