Equality in the Workplace The most basic description of equality in the workplace is a lack of discrimination as in employment, pay, and hiring. This is not all that equality means – equality can also mean equal rights, treatment of co-workers, and respect for all employees. Creating equality in the
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Common Misconceptions About Business We all have certain preconceived notions and stereotypes about what we think others believe to be true about business, the economy, people, etc. According to entrepreneur Raphael Sternberg, we may not even know that we hold these beliefs or how they shape our attitudes toward others.
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Steps to Help You Earn a Promotion When discussing promotion requirements, we refer to the qualities necessary to perform a specific job function. A manager will usually ask several questions during an interview for a particular position. These include whether the person has any special skills, experience, or knowledge that
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How to Obtain Great References Raphael Sternberg, an entrepreneur, offered some great advice for working professionals seeking to obtain excellent business references. Sternberg noted that you could build a good reference by demonstrating how your work has helped solve their problem–whatever that is. He also mentioned how it’s essential to
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Creating Value with Your Brand Identity Creating a strong, consistent and identifiable brand identity is crucial for businesses to stand out in the market, attract new customers and increase revenues. Why is it so important? A business’s brand identity represents its personality and ethos, provides customer recognition, and creates an
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