How to Prioritize Tasks in the Workplace

How to Prioritize Tasks in the Workplace

Trying to figure out how to prioritize tasks in the workplace? How can the Scrum method help you decide which tasks should be tackled first? If you have so many tasks at work that you’re overwhelmed, try using Jeff Sutherland’s Scrum method. In his book Scrum, Sutherland teaches readers how to organize their projects by figuring out which tasks will have the biggest impact. Here’s how to organize and prioritize your tasks.

Personal Legends in The Alchemist: What They Mean

Personal Legends in The Alchemist: What They Mean

What is a Personal Legend in The Alchemist? Why do people tend to abandon their Personal Legends in life? In Paulo Coelho’s book The Alchemist, the main character, Santiago, embarks on a life-changing journey to follow his dreams. Following your dream, or your Personal Legend, is the core message of the book. Let’s take a look at following your Personal Legend, and what can happen if you ignore it.

How to Use a Tactical Business Plan to Reach Goals

How to Use a Tactical Business Plan to Reach Goals

What is a tactical business plan? How can a tactical plan help you turn your business goals into reality? Identifying your business goals is important, but it doesn’t mean anything if you don’t have a plan to execute those goals. In their book Execution, business leaders Larry Bossidy and Ram Charan teach you how to make a tactical plan to bring your business goals to fruition. Here’s how to create a tactical business plan.

The Importance of Happiness in the Workplace

The Importance of Happiness in the Workplace

Does happiness in the workplace matter? How can you measure the happiness levels of your employees? Management expert Jeff Sutherland argues in his book Scrum that happiness in the workplace is essential. He explains that happy employees are more productive and creative, therefore managers and team leaders should be making sure their teams are happy. Continue reading to learn how to measure and increase workplace happiness.

Tips for Finding and Retaining Top Talent

Tips for Finding and Retaining Top Talent

Does it feel like many of your applicants are underqualified? How can you find and retain talent at your company? With such a competitive job market, there’s an abundance of applicants to sift through. The problem is that it’s difficult to tell which of those applicants would be a good fit for your company. Additionally, once you’ve chosen to hire someone, it can be just as challenging to keep them. Here are some tips on finding and retaining talent from the book Execution.

The Alchemist: Analysis and Overview of the Book

The Alchemist: Analysis and Overview of the Book

Are you looking for an analysis of The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho? What are some of the symbols and lessons that can be found throughout the story? The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is a story of transformation. But rather than transforming lead into gold, Coelho teaches readers, through the story of a shepherd boy who is following his dreams, the power of transformation for our lives.  Keep reading for The Alchemist analysis and overview.