Sylvester Knox
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How AI Will Change Business Practices
The rapid emergence and evolution of machine learning has created a huge opportunity for companies. When the pandemic hit, many organizations lost their workforces, but with the help of AI, they were able to increase productivity. Some of the industries that have...
Tips to Inspire your Leadership
There is no single set of qualities that can create a great leader, but rather, a variety of experiences that can help individuals develop their leadership style. Here are some of my tips for taking advantage of these experiences. Have you ever played competitive...
Tips for Creating Lasting Change
One of the most important factors in helping people establish their business is integrity. That realization has helped me develop a set of four steps that I can take to improve myself. People get so focused on being a millionaire that they lose sight of what integrity...
Signs You are Over Qualified for your Job
At first glance, it seems like being overqualified for a job is a good thing. After all it’s only natural that people would feel more confident and self-assured if they were overqualified. There are a variety of signs that a job might be a step back for you, such as...
Why You Should Offer Your Employees Equity
According to studies, people tend to feel more protective of their possessions when they're in the company. If you want your employees to feel committed, you might want to consider cutting them loose. While it's common for tech companies to offer employees equity,...
How to Stand Out When Applying To a Job
Most resumes and cover letters are boring. Even though they contain plenty of information, they don’t attract the attention of a hiring manager. When a hiring manager sees a little personality in a job applicant, she immediately starts looking for other candidates....
Ways to Make the Most of your 2022 Tax Refund
You’re getting a tax refund, which means you have more money to spend on essentials. However, if you don’t need the money yet, it might be a bit of a pull to treat yourself. You probably know that investing in the long-term is a good idea. With an average tax refund...
Drawbacks of a Flexible Work Schedule
A new study by Harvard Business Review claims that working non-traditional hours can have detrimental effects on employees' motivation. It found that when people are working outside the traditional work day, their sense of intrinsic motivation decreases. Despite the...
How to Be a Better Leader in 2022
Being a good leader can help boost the success of your organization and individual. To be effective, you must understand your own weaknesses and strengths. Leaders are great at connecting with their team members through open communication and developing effective...
Allowing Your Business to Survive Through Changes
Throughout the pandemic, businesses have had to learn how to adapt to changes the hard way. Pandemic or not, this is an essential skill that all business owners need to learn in order to effectively lead their companies through changes. While it is hard to predict...