How to Get a Raise
Far too many employees make the mistake of assuming they have managed to avoid the fundamental reality of economics because they have a full-time job and a predictable set of responsibilities with a steady paycheck attached. Nothing could be further from the truth....
Traits to Look for in a New Hire
According to a 2017 study, 52 percent of employers in the advertising and marketing sector say that they are worried about retaining their current staff throughout the next year. This means that hiring new staff will be a big consideration. Employers have a lot to...
Dress to Impress
While the common saying, “dress to impress” seems shallow and to solely benefit external sources, dressing to impress can also help improve self-esteem and further personal development. Dressing for every occasion is about more than the types of clothes you wear. It...
The Benefits of Self-Reflection and Some Tips on How to Do It
Self-reflection gives you the time to sit back and assess yourself. You can do this at any point, however it is very useful in the face of stressful situations and how you react to them. Self-reflection can help you with personal development goals as well. Below are...
Entrepreneur Success Stories: Anita Roddick
Dame Anita Roddick was born in 1942 in Littlehampton, UK. Her plan was to teach, however she got married in 1970 to Gordon Roddick and they soon became pregnant. Soon after, she founded The Body Shop, a successful and well known corporation that stretches across the...
Entrepreneur Success Stories: John Paul DeJoria
Perhaps one of the most compelling rags to riches stories, John Paul DeJoria’s is a stellar example of a successful entrepreneur story. DeJoria is not only a successful entrepreneur, but a self made billionaire by definition. Currently, DeJoria lives in Austin, Texas...
Why Personal Growth Can Make Your Business Better
When you begin your own company, you’ll want to remember that your customer base is going to be buying from you or the idea that you have behind your business. Most customers make their buying decisions when they know more about the owner or the company. As such,...
Personal Development Books to Read Before You Graduate College
College students already have an abundance of material that they have to read whether it’s for enjoyment or for class. There are several books, however, that each college student should read before graduating that pertain to personal development. Small Move, Big...
4 Ways to Improve Your Self-Confidence
At times, we all need a little more confidence in ourselves. There have been many books written about this and many have great ideas. Here are a few ways to improve your self-confidence. Think Positive This may seem like the most logical place to start but people...
Setting Goals and Sticking to Them
Setting goals for yourself is much more complicated than it may sound. It involves more than simply identifying that which you want to achieve. It also involves establishing methods for obtaining those goals and staying motivated, no matter what challenges you may...