Writing a book is a monumental task. For many authors, the process begins with the daunting challenge of turning thoughts into words. Followed by countless drafts, revisions and edits. Whether you are submitting to a publishing house or venturing into self-publishing, one thing is certain: time and accuracy are invaluable. One effective way for authors …
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Organisational silos are one of the biggest obstacles to effective communication and collaboration in any business. They create barriers that hinder the free flow of information, lower efficiency, and ultimately weaken organisational cohesion. Many businesses experience these issues without realising that they stem from deep-rooted structural problems. Understanding how silos emerge and identifying their presence …
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Have you ever found yourself unable to stop thinking about an unfinished task? Even when you try to relax, your mind keeps returning to it. This common experience is due to the Zeigarnik effect, a psychological phenomenon that explains why incomplete tasks stay in our thoughts. Understanding this effect can help improve productivity, reduce stress and …
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Meetings should foster collaboration, decision-making, and problem solving. Yet, many businesses hold meetings out of habit rather than necessity. Without a clear purpose, these become unproductive meetings that simply drain productivity and morale. The Cost of Unproductive Meetings Research shows that 35% of all meetings are unproductive, costing businesses thousands of wasted hours and millions …
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In this guest post for the OutSec Blog, Helen Tuddenham of Helen Tuddenham Consulting shares practical strategies to help you self-promote and showcase your accomplishments. Now, let’s dive in! Have you ever felt that you don’t get the credit you deserve? That job opportunities are given to others, even though you would be ideally suited? According to …
In the world of business communication, consistency is king. So, enter the house style: a set of guidelines that standardises the formatting and presentation of documents across an organisation. We may think that ‘house styles’ were forced upon us, corporately, in the late 2000s. But believe it or not, it had its origins at the …
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In today’s fast-paced business environment, transcription has become an essential resource. By converting spoken words into text, it boosts communication and documentation. Furthermore, transcription offers many benefits, such as increased meeting efficiency, reduced legal risks, improved accessibility, and enhanced content marketing. Let’s examine why transcription is crucial for modern businesses. Whilst transcription plays an imperative …
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In recent weeks, the UK’s tax policy has sparked widespread debate. The government had pledged not to raise taxes for working people. This promise specifically covered National Insurance Contributions (NICs), income tax, and VAT. However, the Chancellor’s latest budget announced significant changes to employer NICs. These changes will affect businesses nationwide. The rate of employer …
Great content is about getting noticed and to get noticed you need to communicate and grab your audience’s attention. Ultimately, communication is the key to success in any business. Whether you are selling a product, a service or an idea, you need to communicate clearly and persuasively with your potential customers. However, if you’ve ever …
It is fair to say that Mediators have started to move with the times and are adapting and embracing different ways of working. This includes outsourcing work to businesses that support them. When you think of outsourcing work, we often only think about the savings that will be achieved by getting the work done at a …
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