A Handful of Tips 69 – Delegation Five of the best delegation tips The ability to delegate is the mark of a good manager and indicates trust and faith in workers. Good delegators are always in demand and get the top jobs.   1. Tell people what you want done, by when, and leave them…

A Handful of Tips 70 – How to Delegate Five of the best tips on ways to delegate work If you delegate some of your time-consuming activities you will have more time for priority work such as talking to staff and to clients. 1. List your activities and tasks and mark the ones you don’t…

A Handful of Tips 68 –                                      Returning to Work The five best tips if you are returning to work after a lengthy absence.   Confidence and self-esteem can be as important as retraining so make a self- revival plan. 1. Improve your image Smarten up your appearance. Make sure you are well groomed. Get…

A Handful of Tips 67 –                         Mentoring and Coaching The five best tips when mentoring staff Mentoring is a form of training using an experienced and trusted adviser to help others organise their work and careers more efficiently and effectively. 1. Mentors must be compatible with the person or persons they are mentoring or…

A Handful of Tips 65 –                              Television Interviews The five best tips before you are interviewed on television   The essence of television is visual entertainment. If you are seeking publicity ensure your message is news, not propaganda or free advertising. 1. Do your homework before an interview How much time will you have?…

A Handful of Tips 66 –                              Television Interviews Five of the best tips during an interview   When you are being interviewed the way you dress, the way you sit, the way you respond to questions are all important. 1. Sit up straight in your chair  – don’t slump If you are interviewed in…

A Handful of Tips 64 – Financial Success The five best tips to achieve your financial goals The sooner you start, the greater your chance to succeed.   1. Set long-term financial goals Review your plans regularly. Calculate your net worth every year and make any necessary changes. 2. Pay off debts as soon as…

A Handful of Tips 63 –      Generating Ideas (Brainstorming)   The five best tips for gathering ideas to solve problems   1. Select small groups of concerned people and appoint an enthusiastic skilful leader The leader should explain the brainstorming technique i.e. members should suggest every idea on a topic, practical or impractical.   Wild…

A Handful of Tips 62 –                          Customer Services   The five best tips to help you grow your business with your customers’ help   Maintain a good service to your regular clients and your business will grow as they grow.     1. Never neglect a good customer Good customers must be given priority…

A Handful of Tips 61 –                    Persuasion Techniques   Five of the best tips used to persuade people   Be aware of the ways used by salespeople, politicians, religious leaders and others to influence your opinions and decisions.   1. They employ people with credibility to endorse a product or support a cause We’ve…