Research shows that the amount of time in an average workday actually spent doing productive work, can sometimes be as low as 40%. Lack of productivity is ultimately due to distractions. The greater the distractions, the lower your productivity.

The solution - less distractions means more productivity – but how? Read More

At some point in your managerial career, you will be faced with the task of managing those who score much higher than you on exams.

Perhaps they’re the engineering type or maybe they just have a more immediate take on the maths and sciences. Either way, it’s a delicate issue. Read More

Life happens. Unfortunately, you can’t close down the business every time you have a little trouble come along. If you did, you might not have a business very long, which might lead you down a very different path in life bringing more personal crises your way. It is a vicious cycle.

There are a few things you can do to make sure you survive during the trauma. It’s all about being honest. Read More

In today’s fast paced society, some stress at work is considered normal. Minor stress can even be beneficial, boosting energy and drive in some situations.

But, for most of us, work related stress can often exceed healthy levels. So how can you get a handle on it and avoid the health conditions that often accompany it? Read More

The holiday season is just around the corner. As a business owner you're still making lists and checking them twice and you know in your team there are still the naughty as well as the nice.

This is the perfect time to build culture and bond as a team. Read More

Choosing your battles wisely - everyone has heard it and it applies to virtually every aspect of life - husbands, wives, children, partners, employees, customers and suppliers.

Often, in everyday conflicts, you are tempted to fight it out, get others to see it your way or prove you are right. But in most cases choosing your battles wisely is the better choice. Read More