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10 Easy Ways to Start Something Great

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Allen wanted to start a new business and he began by setting up coffees and lunches every day with those who could help him learn. In my research for my book, Make Waves: Be the One to Start Change at Work and in Life , I’ve learned that those who start change are incrementalists. Share what you have learned with someone you trust.

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Great Employees Have These 3 Things

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As you begin to ask questions, you’ll find that a river of wisdom and practical examples freely flows from someone with valuable insight into the world. Traits of a great employee “Our company is not just a real estate company; we are a learning company,” Lennox said. This article was published in September 2014 and has been updated.

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Make Your Office Green and Clean for 2014

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For example, if you have to print a number of documents in order to distribute to others, make sure you produce only one at first. Paper wastage is to be avoided at all cost so make sure your team implement and remind each other of the simple changes they can make and if at all possible, go paperless in 2014.

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How to Be a Better Thinker, Innovator and Problem Solver

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Behavioral strategists Dan Gregory and Kieran Flanagan, authors of the 2014 book Selfish, Scared & Stupid , teach people in business how to become better thinkers , innovators and problem solvers. For example, putting use-by dates onto pillows as the Australian brand Tontine did is a food industry idea repurposed very successfully.

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5 Tips for Successful Online Networking

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Since starting my own company in 2014, networking has been the lifeblood of my new business development , and online networking has been a huge component. When seeking out people to connect with, start with what you may have in common—for example, hometown, alma mater, previous employers, clubs/organizations, volunteering/causes, etc.

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How Company Passion Projects Can Add to the Bottom Line

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Examples of passion projects in the corporate world 1: Environmental stewardship Minor Hotels , which is the parent company of some of the top hotels in the world, including Anantara Hotels Resorts & Spas and Tivoli Hotels & Resorts , is in the business of hospitality.

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The Customer Isn’t Always Right But How Do You Know Where to Draw the Line?

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Craig cites this example: A client was about to sign a contract but suddenly wanted a price cut without a reduction in service. During a follow-up call, Craig learned that the client’s real concern was “about being able to deliver on her side of her business once my work was complete.” If you do, you can overcome any opposition.”.

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