Five Things Successful People Do Before They Go To Bed

The time before going to bed is critical to ensure that one closes out the day that has passed, plans for the day ahead, but it is also critical that the mind is calmed so that one has a restful sleep. Too many successful executives get this wrong. One can only burn the candle at both ends for so long before it will mean that they are not as productive as they should be at work, and not as happy as they should be overall. Based on research and conversation with successful executives on the topic, here are the five things that successful people do before they go to sleep:

How Moral Leadership Builds Employees, Company Culture, And Bottom Line Results

An employee isn’t designed to be treated like a piece of a machine—like a cog or like a bolt. For a leader to treat employees this way is immoral. It also doesn’t make business sense: A bolt can’t stretch to help a customer; it can only be a bolt. But a person, inspired by a leader, can stretch a bit to the right or left to be helpful—and thus build the value of your business. To put this another way: It’s a moral imperative to make use of your employees for more than just their rote, routine, commoditized labor. To make use of the whole person, the thinking, reasoning, wanting-to-improve-the-company human being that almost all of us are, or at least start out being.

5 Mistakes Small Businesses Make When Choosing a Location

The number one rule in real estate is location, location, location, and this is especially true for small businesses. Whether you’re looking to open a new store, or moving to a different city, the site you select can either make or break your business. The Small Business Administration (SBA) says choosing a location is perhaps the most important decision a small business owner will make, and that finding an optimal location takes planning and research. To ensure you choose the best venue for your business, avoid making these five common mistakes:

7 Tips For Better Employee Retention

No matter the size or stage your business is currently at, having employees leave is just bad for business. As the Wall Street Journal notes, a high employee turnover rate can cost “twice an employee’s salary to find and train a replacement.” Not only are there financial repercussions, a high turnover rate can also lower the knowledge base in your company and decrease performance and morale.

5 Ways Micromanaging Will Make Your Employees Hate You

There are few bosses worse than micromanagers. We’ve all had a hovering perfectionist – delegating work, then supervising it every step of the way – in our lives. You don’t want to be that person, If you’re not sure if you’re a micromanager, check to see if you have any of these symptoms. As the National Federation of Independent Business writes, “Micromanagement is mismanagement, and under it, the manager, the employees and the business all suffer.”

Five Things Successful People Do Before They Go To Bed

The time before going to bed is critical to ensure that one closes out the day that has passed, plans for the day ahead, but it is also critical that the mind is calmed so that one has a restful sleep. Too many successful executives get this wrong. One can only burn the candle at both ends for so long before it will mean that they are not as productive as they should be at work, and not as happy as they should be overall. Based on research and conversation with successful executives on the topic, here are the five things that successful people do before they go to sleep:

9 of the Worst Mistakes You Can Ever Make at Work

We’ve all heard of (or seen firsthand) people doing some pretty crazy things at work. Truth is, you don’t have to throw a chair through a window or quit in the middle of a presentation to cause irreparable damage to your career. No matter how talented you are or what you’ve accomplished, there are certain behaviors that instantly change the way people see you (and forever cast you in a negative light).

The 7 Deadly Sins Strong Organizations Avoid

What do bad companies and employees do that causes careers and ventures to fail? As we look a little deeper at those who flounder consistent behaviors appear. See how many of these offenses you recognize:

Understanding the Lending Market for Small Businesses

The lending landscape has changed drastically over the years. The internet is indeed king, and has opened up numerous opportunities for businesses outside of their local banking market. In fact, more entrepreneurs and small business owners today are seeking financing options online than ever before. The boundaries of distance and time have been obliterated…and that means a plethora of options for your clients.

7 Habits of Highly Effective Managers

While the highly effective habits of good managers tend be overlooked, the traits of bad managers are engraved in our memories. Here are 7 habits of the highly effective you can incorporate into your workplace: