Andy BaileyThere’s no shortage of advice out there about how to receive criticism at work. We’re constantly reminded not to take things personally and to try to put ourselves in our boss’s shoes. Be objective, be logical and above all, do not cry! Critici...
Andy BaileyYou’ve heard it before: Attitude is everything. Well, that’s because it is. Twice in the past week, I’ve seen the same “quote of the day” posted in one place or another, the last time by Mark Cuban, who knows something about attitude — a...
Andy BaileyThere’s always at least one person in every organization known as the “office gossip.” The first to spread information, this person is usually at the front of the line to vent to coworkers as well. And while complaining can undoubtedly bring do...
Gene RobertsonSo, you want to be your own boss? You are thinking about breaking free from your current employer to realize your own idea? If so, you are in sync with many other entrepreneursout there, myself included. Starting a new business is scary, and it deman...
Andy BaileyGoing to work is similar to going to the gym. Think about it. Keeping a fitness routine requires a certain kind of motivation. To see results, you have to be willing to go to the gym day in and day out, putting in time and effort whether you feel lik...
Andy BaileyAs I’ve written before, owning your own business can be an emotional roller coaster. Oftentimes you’re the first one to rise, the last one to leave and the go-to person for a weekend emergency. That’s why self-care is usually the first thing to...
Andy BaileyThis past weekend I spent time watching my daughter play volleyball with her team. She’s going to be a freshman in high school next year and has played volleyball throughout most of her middle school years. As an upcoming freshman, she’s ...
Andy BaileyWe spend nearly 40 hours in and around the office during a normal workweek. Add in the time spent working at home or staying late, because finding an ideal work-life balance can be hard, and some team members work closer to 50 or 60 hours a week. Whe...
Gary MinorRecently, I had a conversation with the leader of a certification workshop for project managers, and he shared an alarming trend. Most of his workshop participants are registering on their own dime. These types of certification workshops used to be f...
Andy BaileyThe clients we partner with on a daily basis are all in various stages of growth. However, whether they’re a start-up or a Fortune 500 company, they all at some point have the same need: a new hire. A strong hiring culture sets your company up with...
