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Time management and stress are very closely related. Here are five powerful strategies for getting in control of your job, managing your time, increasing productivity and reducing your stress while for a rewarding work-life balance

If you switch on the news or read the papers, it seems like it’s all doom and gloom: “double dip Recession” ; more people due to lose their jobs here; another company going into liquidation there – it feels like it’s never-ending. If you’re not careful you could easily fall into the negativity trap – and start believing that you’re going to go down with the apparent sinking ship. So, what can a business owner do to ensure that they not only survive these challenging times, but maintain their composure, becoming stronger, thrive, and even build a booming business?

Nerves affect everybody in different ways and nerves can eventually lead to stress. There are a lot of things that can run through your head before going to an interview, such as;

• Will they like me?

• What if I’m late to the interview?

• What if I mess up at the interview?

Trying to break down the steps to achieve your dreams can be pretty difficult. Everybody has different dreams and aspirations about the future. A lot of people won’t achieve their dreams as they don’t believe in themselves and their heart isn’t fully in it. Here are some tips on how to achieve your dreams.

When dealing with difficult customers/people, you have to have a completely different attitude than if you were dealing with someone who isn’t giving you grief or is causing trouble.

Having a motivated team plays a vital role in any business’s performance and success. Motivated employees are more productive, work harder, and are keen to help the organisation succeed. A demotivated team, on the other hand, may show higher levels of staff turnover, absenteeism, and low levels of productivity.

In this article, we’ll tell you why motivation matters, the benefits it offers, and give you some handy tips to keep your workforce motivated.

Trade unions have been instrumental over the years in creating greater equality in the workplace – it cannot be denied. Without trade unions, the workplace would not be as diverse as it is today. Trade unionism started in the 19th century as a means for the labour force to combat unethical and unfair work conditions and pay.

With the workforce being more ethnically, religiously, and sexually diverse now than it’s ever been, unions have clearly affected more areas than just working conditions and pay.

But what key factors prove that trade unions have actually shifted us towards a more equal working environment?

As you near retirement, you might feel both excited and nervous. Leaving behind a career that has shaped you for years can be scary. But you're not alone. Many retirees face the challenge of finding a new purpose and identity after work.

Retirement might seem far off, but starting early is key. The sooner we plan, the better our golden years will be. It's important to consider when to start planning for life after work. After all, many of us want a comfortable and fulfilling retirement1.

It’s great having your own business, isn’t it? However, a staggering 8 out of 10 entrepreneurs who start businesses fail within the first 18 months, according to Bloomberg. This is perhaps why a very small percentage of people ever find the courage to sack their boss – it’s usually the other way around! Having your own business is incredibly rewarding, and well worth the effort that’s required, but it can feel like being on a never-ending roller coaster…