Trade-Intel

It’s a scene you might not expect to find in a modern office: tucked away in a hidden corner, an employee grabs a quick nap, hoping not to be discovered. But is it ever acceptable to #SleepWhereYouWork? The Case for Workplace Napping The modern work environment has evolved, as have …

Remember that trend of mass resignations that made the news a couple of years ago? Well, experts say the Great Resignation is pretty much over now. The jobs market is back to its pre-pandemic state, and companies are no longer scrambling to get a piece of the limited talent pool.  …

Pay Per Click (PPC) is a powerful tool every marketer should have in their arsenal. While some might prefer advertising strategies that don’t involve spending money, PPC is a savvy investment – Google conservatively estimates that businesses make an average of $2 in revenue for every $1 they spend on Google …

Running a business doesn’t have to be a career-long commitment. Companies put themselves up for sale all the time, with spoils going to the highest bidder. Selling a business can be very tricky, but if you’re ready to trade in those years of hard work for hard cash, read on.The …

“Buy local” – you might have come across this slogan encouraging consumers to buy locally made goods. It turns out that this is not only working, but according to a recent YouGov survey, buyers are increasingly turning to own-country goods of their own volition. Why is this preference growing among …

Discussions surrounding mental health have taken centre stage, transcending social and professional boundaries. The retail industry is no exception, but unlike other industries the mental health of retail employees is a matter of growing concern.Emotional Wellbeing: A Precarious Balance A deep-dive into YouGov profiles data has shown that only a …

Collaboration is the cornerstone of every team. Without it, you only have a bunch of individuals disparately and discretely working on separate tasks – without the ability to make meaningful contributions towards achieving the team’s goals.  Now, how do you get a team to start acting like one? Specifically, how …

Time may be one of our most valuable resources, hence the expression “time is money”. You may well have heard this line being bandied about by colleagues on the subject of the cost of meetings. Meetings, while essential for collaboration and decision-making, can also be a significant drain on resources …

How would you sell your firm’s services to prospective customers? Many may opt for good old buzzwords like “high quality services” and “affordable prices.” But there are strong arguments why you may want to drill down into the quality of your staff. Especially if your company does actually take staff …

Despite surpassing men academically and representing nearly half of the labour force, women are still making career compromises for their male partners, often to their detriment. A recent report by Deloitte highlighted that 40% of the women surveyed gave precedence to their partner’s career, primarily driven by their partners’ higher …