How to be a leader, not a boss

How to be a leader, not a boss

The terms boss or leader can be used interchangeably for some but in the business world they have come to mean very different things. The Oxford Dictionary defines the Boss as “a person who is in charge of a worker or organization”. The Oxford Dictionary defines the...
You can shut your mouth – listening not talking

You can shut your mouth – listening not talking

Apologies if that sounds rude! It is not intended as a personal affront, but rather as an abrupt statement to make an impact. It worked that way for me when I first heard it. Like me, you have probably long been aware of the adage: “You were designed with two ears and...
5 key soft skills of successful people

5 key soft skills of successful people

While specific job-related skills and knowledge help you do a job, soft skills help you succeed. There are technical skills required for carrying out specific tasks, IT skills and formal communication skills but most of our working life involves contact and close work...