Tax scams are becoming commonplace, and they keep evolving. Every day, criminals find new ways to use technology to take advantage of others and their vulnerability or willingness to help. Below are four scenarios that have become widespread over the last several months. They are red flags that let you know that you are facing…
Conventional wisdom holds that résumé gaps are a big red flag that disqualifies a candidate almost instantly. But is there any truth to this common piece of managerial advice? Keep reading to learn more. Are Résumé Gaps Actually Bad? The first thing to keep in mind is that the job market has changed radically over…
The pandemic sparked many debates about the future of the office. The truth is that millions of people will be returning to office work over the next months. Here are three challenges companies should keep in mind as they embrace the “next normal.” Don’t Underestimate the Scope of the Transition Chances are good that your…
Every entrepreneur worth their salt knows that you must have an elevator pitch to persuade potential clients, partners, or investors at a moments’ notice. But how to adapt this classic of business communication to the pandemic (and post-pandemic) world? What Is an Elevator Pitch? Comedians have what they call their “tight five,” that is, the…
Your business is only as successful as the choices you make. Sound reasoning results in more convenient deals and a stronger bottom line. But what happens when our decisions are marred by errors inherent to the way we think? Keep reading to learn more about cognitive biases and how to fix them. What Are Cognitive…
Among its many effects, the coronavirus pandemic caused a sudden disruption in the habits of consumers. Experts analyzing these trends already have some ideas about what consumer demand will look like in the post-pandemic world. An Uneven Recovery After 12 months, there finally seems to be a way out of the economic disruption brought about…
Economists and management scholars will be studying the past months for many years to come. No doubt, their conclusions will change forever the way we do business. However, one lesson is already clear: Flexibility is key to the success of any organization. What Is Flexibility? What Are Its Benefits? First off, let’s get a working…
Effective communication is a key component to the success of any company. But what if we told you that there are two simple things you can do to become a better communicator? Stop Checking Your Phone That nonverbal cues are extremely important for meaningful communication is conventional wisdom by now. What we don’t seem to…
Scammers never take a day off, that’s why you should never drop your guard when it comes to phishing attempts. Here’s what to do if you receive a phishing email. What Is Phishing? Phishing is a type of scam where cybercriminals contact you (usually by email but also through text messages) and pose as a…
Sure, Zoom can be fun, but terms such as “Zoom fatigue” and “Zoom burnout” are gaining popularity for a reason. Here’s how you can help your team beat Zoom fatigue. Have Zoom Meetings Only When Necessary The most obvious way to reduce Zoom fatigue is by reducing the number of Zoom meetings. No doubt, Zoom…
