Author: Axelle De Coninck

According to research from Gallup, only about one in ten people have the unique combination of talents needed for management. These lucky few have a natural skillset that allows them to improve their employees’ performance and enhance their team’s culture. Of course, the findings also note that some people can learn the skills they need to thrive in the role. In other words, even if managing employees doesn't seem to come naturally to you, the right tips and tricks can help you grow in your role. No matter your talent or background, here are five essential tips you need to know. Hire and Onboard With Care Successful management should always begin when you’re hiring employees. Though your main focus will likely be on finding someone whose skills and talents match the job descrip...

Sales of new boats increased by 40% since the COVID-19 pandemic started. This unprecedented demand was due to people having more time and looking for recreational activities away from the crowds. If you’re thinking about buying a boat, you have a lot of options. You can get a small powerboat for fishing or you can get a luxury yacht. There are dozens of options between the two. Buying a yacht may be a surprising option. It turns out that there are several benefits of boating on a yacht. Keep reading to learn what those benefits are and how to buy a yacht. Yachts Are More Affordable Than You Think This may come as a shock, but there are yacht prices under $300,000. There are some yachts under $100,000. That’s right, you don’t need to spend millions on a superyacht. Accordi...

Emails are a part of everyone's lives, from the workplace to the home, but there are a lot of useless messages traveling through the internet. In fact, 85% of all emails are actually spam emails. Junk email is often a term used to describe emails that end up going straight in the trash. Others might call it spam. However, there's actually a key difference between the two. Just because an email is unwanted, doesn't automatically make it spam. Let's take a look at the difference between junk email vs spam. What is Junk Email? Junk email refers to any email that the receiver doesn't want. It's a general term that can be applied by any person whenever they get unwanted email. This can include anything from companies sending out sales emails to invitations to irrelevant events. O...

When dealing with content, you use terms like strategy and planning whenever needed. Content planning is required for the smooth and successful running of the business. Content marketing is something quite popular these days, and for the same, it is necessary to take the help of a planner. The impact of content marketing is far-reaching. A rightly constructed content strategy is essential for attracting the attention of the customers. This is something necessary for the successful growth of the brand. However, it is not right to execute something without an organized and structured content plan. This is backed up by a sustainable workflow and a consistent procedure. Structure of the Planner  You have thee effective content planning process, and for this, you need to make the right us...

Looking to hire a keynote speaker? As a professional speaker, I understand that it is incredibly important to book a quality speaker to move your audience towards action. However, it can be harder than you think to pick the right person or team to create the best outcome for your organization. Worry no more. Below, we present a guide with everything you need to know about how to choose keynote speakers for hire. Define the Purpose of the Event Plan the purpose of the event to define the keynote speaker you will choose to hire. For example, if the purpose of the event is to inform, you will choose a keynote speaker who is an expert on the topic you wish to cover. However, if the purpose of the event is to entertain, you will choose a keynote speaker who is funny and engaging....

Your equipment valves ensure that your entire machine keeps running like...a well-oiled machine (pun intended). Controlling the flow of fluid or gas via tubes and pipes requires the use of valves. The oil that lubricates the valve's mechanical elements is less important to some valve specialists than the gas or air that passes through it. Valve maintenance is critical. The lubrication of all moving parts is essential. It's essential if you want to avoid difficulties in the first place. So, read on for our full breakdown of the types of valve lubricant on the market, and how you can pick the right one for your needs. Valve Maintenance 101: Why Even Bother? That may seem to be a strange method of posing the question. If you're looking for an answer to this question, you're at ...