A Handful of Tips 84 – Job Interviews   The five best tips when applying for a job You get only one chance to make a first impression so do your homework and look smart. 1. Before you apply for a job Find out about the organisation you hope to join. Read their annual reports…

A Handful of Tips 83 – Media Problems   The five best tips when dealing with the media when things go wrong   You can alienate journalists or influence them in your favour so always handle a crisis promptly. It’s like a leak in a boat – the sooner the hole can be patched the…

A Handful of Tips 82 –                            Technical Poster Papers The five best tips for someone presenting a poster paper at a scientific conference Poster papers are as important as oral presentations. Your poster must be of a high standard if it is to compete with all other posters to attract people to your exhibit.…

A Handful of Tips 81 – Leader-manager                                         Attributes   The five best tips for a leader-manager to achieve success   Leader-managers should be globally and culturally aware of trends in their workplace and any changes…

A Handful of Tips 80 – Training Adults  The five best tips when training adults Most adults will be keen to learn if they know the training will benefit them directly. It should be timely and result in greater work satisfaction, increased self-esteem and give a better quality of life.    1. Adults learn best when…

A Handful of Tips 79 – Selling   The best five tips to sell a product or service You must tell well to sell well. Successful sellers spend time establishing a rapport with their clients before they promote their selling. They must know their product well and believe in it. 1. Get to know your…

A Handful of Tips 78 – Saying No!   The best five tips to refuse an offer or reject a recommendation     1. Listen carefully to the proposal  Hear what people have to say. People expect their opinions to be heard and considered. Take their opinions seriously. Ask questions and show interest. 2. Always be…

A Handful of Tips 77 – Work Efficiently  The best five tips to help you achieve more at work  To be more efficient you will need to exercise a great deal of self discipline, get more organised and learn to prioritise your jobs. You can do that! 1. Plan your day’s work  If possible, each…

A Handful of Tips 76 –                               Organisational Change The best five tips to overcome resistance to change in a organisation 1. Gain support Before you start to make changes discuss the matter with top management and make sure you have their full support. Gain the support of leaders, especially those who are well-liked and…

A Handful of Tips 75 –                               International Training The five best tips before you begin a training programme in a foreign land The way you train in your country may not be the best way to run a training programme in another country so do your homework and make your training flexible. 1. Research…