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  • Know How

    Five Ways To Do HR Right

    James J. Mcsweeney Special To The Worcester Business Journal August 6, 2012

    I recently wrote a book about the business benefits of a well-run human resources program on the basis of an old cliché, "What I've learned over the past 25 years in employee benefits and HR could fill a …" In fact, a better understanding of HR

    James J. Mcsweeney Special To The Worcester Business Journal August 6, 2012
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    Embracing Technology: 4 Steps To Boost Your IT Knowledge — And Your Business

    Jerald Nichols Special To The Worcester Business Journal July 9, 2012

    The adoption of new technology is key to a competitive business model. What if you, as a business owner, are not tech savvy? Then you have three choices:

    1) Hire an outside contractor to handle your technology needs;

    Jerald Nichols Special To The Worcester Business Journal July 9, 2012
  • 10 Things I Know About ... Reviewing Resumes

    Rick Saia July 9, 2012

    10. LOOKS CAN COUNT.

    An easy-to-read resume may indicate an organized, efficient employee. Consider form as well as content when poring over resumes.

    Rick Saia July 9, 2012
  • 101: Work Communication

    July 9, 2012

    It seems like a basic skill. Yet it's likely we could all benefit from better communication in the workplace.

    July 9, 2012
  • 10 Things I Know About... Fostering Great Ideas

    Christine Tieri Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 25, 2012

    10. Cross pollinate.

    When it comes to generating ideas, include people from all disciplines. Collaboration is key; always remember that everyone has something to contribute.

    Christine Tieri Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 25, 2012
  • 101

    101: Hiring An Intern

    June 25, 2012

    If you haven't hired an intern yet, you may want to consider it. There are still plenty of young people looking for work experience over the summer. Or maybe you're planning to take on an intern for your small company or startup in the fall.

    June 25, 2012
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    Doing Social Media Right

    Erin Howard Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 25, 2012

    With the proliferation of sites like Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube, many businesses are jumping into social media to increase sales. Social media is a great marketing tool, but when done ineffectively, it can be a waste of time and money.

    Erin Howard Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 25, 2012
  • Know How

    When Communication Is A Barrier

    Laura Larsen-stevovich Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 10, 2012

    Many foreign-born professionals are employed in Central Massachusetts. While these professionals have an abundance of talent and technical skills, and are fluent in written English, their spoken English may be difficult to understand.

    Laura Larsen-stevovich Special To The Worcester Business Journal June 10, 2012
  • 101 STARTING A NEW JOB

    June 10, 2012

    It can be tough being a new kid on the block in a new job. And the adjustment period may be even longer for career changers who have ventured into brand new fields.

    June 10, 2012
  • 10 Things I Know About ... Conducting A Meeting

    June 10, 2012

    Editor's Note: This article by Mark Bilotta was inadvertently omitted from the May 28 edition. The article that did run was from a previous edition and written by a different author.

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    June 10, 2012
  • 101 MAKING DECISIONS

    May 29, 2012

    In the business world, sometimes the only bad decision is not making one. With a team looking to its leader for a plan of action in moving ahead or to resolve a crisis, time is always ticking — loudly.

    May 29, 2012
  • 10 Things I Know About... Conducting A Meeting (And More)

    Mark Bilotta Mark Bilotta Is Ceo Of The Colleges Of Worcester Consortium. Contact Him At Mbilotta@cowc.org. May 29, 2012

    10. IT'S NOT ALWAYS ABOUT THE MONEY.

    A flexible work schedule may be just as motivating as a bonus. Invest in your staff in creative ways. Enable work/life balance.

    Mark Bilotta Mark Bilotta Is Ceo Of The Colleges Of Worcester Consortium. Contact Him At Mbilotta@cowc.org. May 29, 2012
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    Pivoting Your Marketing Strategy

    Deb Scaringi Special To The Worcester Business Journal May 29, 2012

    Businesses with written marketing strategies always outperform those that approach marketing with an ad-hoc spirit. But what if that written marketing strategy is not yielding the desired results? Should it be abandoned? Or simply tweaked?

    Deb Scaringi Special To The Worcester Business Journal May 29, 2012
  • 101 SUCCESSFUL HIRING

    May 11, 2012

    A major part of a successful business is its people. And establishing a strong team of competent professionals begins with a successful hiring process.

    May 11, 2012
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    Generating Leads Online

    Bob Mccarthy Special To The Worcester Business Journal May 11, 2012

    Seems like everything is going online these days.

    If you run a business or work in marketing or sales, no doubt you’ve noticed that more and more organizations are generating sales leads though the Internet.

    Bob Mccarthy Special To The Worcester Business Journal May 11, 2012
  • 10 Things
    I Know About...
    MOTIVATING EMPLOYEES

    Tom Ingrassia Tom Ingrassia Is President Of The Motivact Group, A Holden-based Company Providing A Holistic Approach To Personal And Professional Gro May 11, 2012

    10. IT’S NOT ALWAYS ABOUT THE MONEY.

    A flexible work schedule may be just as motivating as a bonus. Invest in your staff in creative ways. Enable work/life balance.

    Tom Ingrassia Tom Ingrassia Is President Of The Motivact Group, A Holden-based Company Providing A Holistic Approach To Personal And Professional Gro May 11, 2012