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.
Each year the tech industry provides consumers with a long list of gift ideas. The number of choices can be overwhelming so I’ve categorized some of the fasted growing technologies. Solar powered. Small panels that can be easily packed and transported are now attached to most any device requiring power. For example, a solar powered […]
Like a business plan, a career plan can be a guiding document for the journey through your work life. Years ago it may have been your supervisor or manager who developed the path of your career. In this day of shifting roles, companies coming and going and resources available to learn a new “trade”, planning […]
According to the SBA, 99.9% or over 37 million businesses are considered small in the US. Small business is the backbone of our economy. Have you been thinking about starting a business? Here are some essentials to consider moving forward in the process. The products or services to be sold and your target customer […]
Publishing your own book may seem like an intimidating and costly task. In today’s age of book writing tools and self-publishers it can be accomplished rather inexpensively. Having a book to showcase your expertise and share knowledge with others can help grow your brand and reputation. It’s also a good way to share your legacy […]
One definition of motivating is “to stimulate interest in and enthusiasm for doing something”. For many, the belief is that money is the only motivator for doing a good job. While it does play a part, there are other non-monetary methods to bring out the best in your employees grounded in appreciation. Here are some […]
An Emotional Intelligence test will reveal how your emotions affect the way you relate to those around you. One study area is “interpersonal relationships.” This score indicates how well you develop and maintain relationships. A higher score is valuable when working with management staff, company executives, and employees. You want to be known as level […]
A definition of quality is “the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind”. When thinking about quality we often think how a product performs or if a service provided value. Terms like Black Belt, SCRUM, and Six Sigma can enter the conversation too. But there is another application of quality […]
When preparing to find your next job, consider the Five W’s of Career Management. A little proactive work may save you from making a wrong decision and ending up in another bad experience. Think about your career and where you were really happy and content. Create a check list as you consider future opportunities and […]
In the news recently a city in the valley announced that it’s working on attracting employers with high-wage jobs that require high-skilled employees. No doubt other cities in the area are and have been doing the same. This is good news for the workforce and it’s never too early to start preparing for opportunities. Here are some steps that can be taken now.
Start by researching what types of job may be coming. It may seem early but keep an eye on media and trade magazines for rumors and talk suggesting a company move to the area.
In this high-tech environment we live, it gets harder to find the perfect gift. With so many using technology in everyday life it seems like there is nothing new to buy them. Let’s try a different perspective this year. Consider what technology currently being used that has been improved with added functionality and due for replacement. Here are some examples.
Printers have been used since the first days of personal computers. Available now are instant printers that allow high quality printing from anywhere. Having a “hard-copy” of photos at an event can be fun to share, post on the wall of an office, place into a scrap book or send to those without access to an internet device. 3D printers continue to improve and become more affordable allowing the creation of small objects useable for school and work projects.
