5 Key Leadership Tips for New Managers
People don’t leave bad jobs; they leave bad bosses. As a new manager, it’s your responsibility to inspire and motivate employees. Your team expects you to provide constructive feedback and reward hard work. It’s a daunting responsibility. Forbes reports that nearly 60 percent of managers didn’t receive any training before taking on this role. They were promoted […]
Increase Sales and Managerial Results with “Science of Pursuasion” by Robert Cialdini
Business Owners, Executives, Leaders of all organizations should listen to this and determine how to implement the six “short – cuts” outlined by Robert Cialdini in his You Tube video. Robert Cialdini outlines effective, simple ways to increase your ability to persuade others using science to increase Sales, Managerial ability, etc. After you listen to […]
Business Problems That Plague: How to See Them, How to Solve Them
As a business owner or as an executive, you are one busy person. You can make good decisions and get things done. But somehow, you have problems like those employees who always seem to wait for you to tell them to get started. Here are some more. See if any sound familiar: Customers continue to […]
The Ultimate Guide to Motivational Sales Kickoff Themes for 2020
A new year is about to begin, is your sales team motivated to begin all the new projects? If your answer is no, or that they’re a little burned out, then you should try to kick off your new campaigns with a sales kickoff theme meeting. Sales kickoff meetings help to motivate your team so […]
Top 100… Classic Yogi Berra Quotes
Yogi has always had a way of saying things that is comical, apt, pointed, and even basically true, although somewhat convoluted. His little quips and pithy sayings have come to be known as Yogi-isms. Not surprisingly, some of these comments were not even made by the All-Star catcher and baseball manager. But enough of […]
All in the Family: 10 Unique Problems Family-Owned Businesses Face and How to Overcome Them
Do you run a family-owned business? Family businesses account for 64 percent of the U.S. gross domestic product and 78 percent of new job creation. A family-owned business creates stability, trust, and a unique perspective. Family pride and a strong work ethic can drive professionalism, service, and respect. Businesses owned by families are also more […]
Drive Your Competition Crazy – How to Deliver Excellent Customer Service Every Time
Customer service is the great equalizer when it comes to business, as large and small companies all start on a level playing field when it comes to treating customers properly. When done right, excellent customer service can create a customer for life, or conversely, when done poorly, instantly lose a customer. A high level of […]
So Long Summer, Hello AI: How Artificial Intelligence Can Benefit Your Business
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last couple of years, you’ve most likely heard of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This new technology, which is rapidly developing before our eyes, offers notable development opportunities that many businesses have already been quick to capitalize on. AI is a set of multiple technologies that work collectively […]
No April Fools Here: Why Being Transparent in Business is Beneficial
Recently, being transparent in business has become a top priority for companies around the world. It’s crucial for businesses to remain open and honest in everything they do, and have previously done. Our team at FocalPoint Coaching is here to share with you why it’s so important to be transparent in business and how that […]
Spring Cleaning: How to Cut Business Costs Without Losing Business
With spring on the way, not only is it important to clean up around the house, but it’s important to clean up your business’s expenses as well! Luckily, there are many steps you can take at your office today that will help you save big in the long run. Not sure what the steps are […]