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In this short brief, we will give guidelines on how to excel in your academics and describe a little of my experiences where applicable. There is no clear-cut path to excel academically. The paths taken by people who have exceled in their various departments of study are in no way the same. My experiences are peculiar to me. It may not work for another person. One of the most important things is to first and foremost know yourself as it all depends on you ultimately. The points below might not be the most suitable for your academic field, but generally …

15 Sets of People you must meet in your LIFE. THE ENCOURAGERS – even in discouraging situations of life, these people keep you going with encouraging words; MAY YOU MEET THEM. THE HAND LIFTERS- They are those whose hands are strong enough to hold yours up when you are weak; MAY YOU MEET THEM. DESTINY HELPERS- They provide shoulders upon which you ride to fulfilling your dream and destiny; MAY YOU MEET THEM. THE GIVERS- these ones will give of their time, talent, and treasure to you in your hour of need; MAY YOU MEET THEM. THE RECEIVERS- these ones …

1. Avoid Caffeine, Alcohol, and Nicotine. Avoid, or at least reduce, your consumption of nicotine and any drinks containing caffeine and alcohol. Caffeine and nicotine are stimulants and so will increase your level of stress rather than reduce it. Alcohol is a depressant when taken in large quantities, but acts as a stimulant in smaller quantities. Therefore using alcohol as a way to alleviate stress is not ultimately helpful. 2. Indulge in Physical Activity Stressful situations increase the level of stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol in your body. 3. Get More Sleep A lack of sleep is a …

Do you have bad netiquette? In other words, are you appalling colleagues with your awful e-mail manners? Clean-up your act with these etiquette tips from the experts. In the age of the Internet, you might find yourself clicking “reply,” typing up a quick response, and hitting “send” without giving so much as a thought about what you’ve just written. But experts agree that your e-mail behavior has the potential to sabotage your reputation both personally and professionally.  Only discuss public matters.We’ve all heard the stories about a “private” e-mail that ended up being passed around to the entire company, and …

Everybody agrees the right story wins the deal. In a commercial environment the best result is achieved when marketing and sales teams work together. The alignment of strategies is essential for organizational success. This article will provide you with the top 10 sales and marketing strategies to grow leads, increase profitability, efficiency, and close more deals. MARKETING STRATEGIES The primary role of marketing is to support sales. Therefore, when it comes to strategies, marketing is all about lead generation, CRM organization, and content creation. So we put a list of a few strategies marketing can follow to optimize these things. …

There are more bad manners and social faux pas than ever, so it’s easy to be confused about what’s socially acceptable. Many of the correct behaviors people once considered common sense have gotten lost in the swirling wind of bad advice, outdated manners rules, and social media that makes it too easy to slip up and be rude. If you follow these tips you will be invited to more parties, be considered when job opportunities arise, and make more friends. Not doing any of these things can hold you back in social and professional situations. Basic Social Etiquette There are certain …

Making these customer interactions more personal, professional and effective can increase customer satisfaction, promote a positive brand image and increase revenue for the company. Enhancing the customer service techniques of call center agents should therefore be a focus of any customer-centric company. Below is a list of 14 techniques to provide amazing customer service over the phone. 1. Engage in active listening Active listening is essential for effective communication. It allows for a better understanding of the customers’ needs and shows a willingness to help. Allow the customer to talk without interruption, reflect back their main question or concern and ask clarifying …

Avoid Workplace Anger’s Corrosive Effects Mad that you were passed over for a big promotion again? Livid that the bootlickers always seem to get ahead in your organization? Perhaps it’s time to consider whether the anger itself, however legitimate, is holding you back. Evidence suggests many of us are walking around the office feeling resentful, though we may be unaware of the cumulative toll bitter actions take on our careers and coworkers. Workplace anger is not only potentially harmful to the organization, but it can also cause serious health problems, including chronic anxiety, depression, high blood pressure and heart disease. Learning to deal with …