Have you heard of SMART goals, but you’ve never used an organized and effective method for setting objectives? We’ll explain the advantages of SMART goals, how to use the technique for your personal and business goals and what to watch out for with this method. Because, like all...
Neuro-linguistic programming, NLP for short, is a collection of tools and models designed to facilitate and strengthen communication in various areas of life and work. The goal is to better understand oneself and others, and to make positive changes. We will tell you exactly what...
A Skype interview can be a perfect solution in a world of work that’s increasingly benefiting from employee mobility. However, it’s important that no personal habits sneak their way into a Skype interview with a future employer. If you consider all the technical and formal...
If you’re planning to set up an online store, you have a lot to consider. Amongst other things, your checklist will include applying for a business license, developing a concept, and calculating your finances. But don’t despair! A host of webstore programs and optimization...
Double-entry accounting or double-entry bookkeeping is an essential part of the accounting system. Lots of entrepreneurs have a hard time with bookkeeping, when in fact it should be an aid to you and provide a detailed overview of your finances. Double-entry accounting isn’t an...
Crowdfunding is a way of raising funds for a project using an online campaign. It’s a popular way of financing, especially for private individuals and startups. Usually private individuals are addressed directly. Four main crowdfunding models have been established, which differ...
Obviously, work hours need to be accurately recorded. The question is how and with what tool? There are a variety of time tracking systems on the market with varying prices and functions. However, the right solution for you is not necessarily the one with the lowest price or the largest range of functions. The system needs to be the right fit for your company for everyone to benefit from it.
How you make sure that your project will be a success? With a well-thought-out project plan. When creating a project plan, you should make the work stages clear, as well as the requirements that the project has to be successful. In doing so, you’ll always know what the next steps are in the project, and if you are still on schedule and within your budget.
“Agile working” is currently one of the biggest trends in the corporate world. It’s seen as the best way to master the challenges of digitalization. How does the agile approach work? What opportunities and risks does it involve? And what role will this hot topic play in the future? We provide an overview.
If the price of a product is increased or decreased, this has an impact on demand. The price elasticity of demand indicates how strong this impact is. It shows whether the demand for a product or service is elastic (fluctuating) or inelastic (stable) when the price changes. We explain how this value is calculated and provide an example.
Shopping for bread at the bakery, grabbing coffee at the subway station, ordering online: Every day, we get involved in legal transactions, and each time, we enter a declaration of intent. From a legal perspective, the process covers many different aspects. Which elements belong to a declaration of intent, and what types exist? We’ll explain the meaning of a declaration of intent with some...
Getting a loan sometimes doesn’t work out because the bank is not certain that the applicant can afford the instalments. A guarantee helps secure this. But what is a guarantee ? It gives a creditor additional security for an agreed payment: in an emergency, the guarantor pays the amount owed. This can be a private person, but also an insurance company or a bank, for example. What exactly is a...
What happens when a limited liability company needs more money than it can raise on its own? In this instance, the operating agreement may include a call for additional capital contributions. We explore what they are and how they differ from initial capital contributions.
Being self-employed initially sounds tempting to many workers: Free time management, no boss, and the prospect of potentially more money and a new challenge. However, many self-employed people and their clients fall into the trap of false self-employment. What risks does this kind of employment relationship entail for both sides? We answer this question and explain which criteria help to recognize...
For many years, the DISC assessment has been a popular tool used by companies to improve their management style, collaboration, and sales. If you know which of the four DISC assessment types match your personality, you can gain valuable insight to improve your work and influence your career development. But the test has also been under scrutiny.
The bigger an organization is, the more difficult it can be for its management to keep an eye on all procedures. An internal audit – a quality assurance and consulting activity that analyzes business procedures – is helpful in achieving this. The purpose is to ensure the optimal implementation of the organization’s objectives while avoiding unnecessary risks and by complying with applicable...
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