Ted Saul is a business coach that assists with Business Plans and Project Management. He holds a master certificate in project management and has earned his MBA from Regis University. Ted can be reached on LinkedIn, TedS787 on Twitter or emailing Ted@tsaul.com.
When looking at charging options to gift, I found everything from bracelets that charge a device while going about your daily routine to ones that attached to a stroller providing a charge while transporting the children from one place to another. The multi-device user will appreciate those that can charge many devices at one time. […]
Developing goals is a key step to succeeding in business and personal life. While even bad goals are better than nothing, a tried and proven methodology is found in the acronym SMART. Let’s walk down through the letters. “S” = Specific. State what you want to accomplish by setting this goal. Use action words such […]
First, they have strong analytical skills. This includes training in creative thinking to stay ahead of the competition. Critical thinking allows one to understand the good and bad of an idea and impact of potential change. Overall a good BA is a system thinker looking at the whole picture and how a company can work […]
Check your operating system. Upgrade to the highest version possible to remain compatible with schools and curriculum sources. Browsers used in research can cause difficulties so check their version. Good practice is to keep at least two browsers available in case one doesn’t work properly. Protect your devices with the latest security updates. Your student’s […]
Introverts are known to be deliberately silent, reflective, calm, and thoughtful while enjoying developing close relationships. They also tend to work on doing the right thing. If you consider yourself an introvert put aside the notion that you’re not a networking “type” person but rather one who can be a respected part of one’s network. […]
First off, the obvious is to write things down. Some experts say that the brain is meant for computing and not for storage. This may be true considering that trying to remember everything is next to impossible. However, using a tablet, smart phone or pencil and paper can make for a more dependable system. Create […]
Promoting local buying isn’t just about increasing sales. Studies have shown there are additional benefits for the community when they are the first choice. First, local buying promotes more local buying. Sounds like double talk but its been found that a business will typically use vendors and suppliers close by. The ease and convenience doing […]
In the same way, a business should have its own sensors to give management time to react to changing conditions. For example, a weekly or monthly operational report that shows current trends in sales and revenues can prevent end of the month surprises. Data may be shown by product line, department and include margins indicating […]
Clean out old files and de-clutter to make it easier to find what you need. Check IRS retention requirements for business and tax documents and consider shredding the rest. Reprioritize projects, tasks and routines. Put the most important first to get the attention needed. Define dependencies highlighting those to be completed before another is started. […]
The New Year is a great time to learn something new. Research shows that learning at any age can sharpen the brain and encourage growth in a career and personal life. Picking up a new skill and applying it is not only fun but gives a great sense of accomplishment.
With the many methods of education available today there is an option to fit almost everyone’s lifestyle. Is time a challenge and you don’t want to leave home? Then taking advantage of the internet may work. Most colleges and universities offer online classes that can be taken for credit or audit. There are also websites that offer a variety of topics for training by video. Lynda.com and Udemy.com are two examples with large depths of content. “Readers” can visit their favorite bookstore or website to find a curriculum of interest. Many come with workbooks and online resources to enhance the learning experience. For those more comfortable in the classroom environment the local college or trade school can provide these services.
