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Utilise your small team for success

  Small teams provide many benefits to both employees and employers. In comparison to larger teams, small teams are shown to have higher levels of productivity and effective communication. However, a vital component to the success of these teams relates to the support and coordination provided by management. Ways to maximise your small team’s efforts can include: Cross-functional communication If your employees understand how the other functions of your business work and how their work will directly impact all aspects of the business, it can provide them with more responsibility. It allows for all staff to work towards a common goal. The key is to provide staff with holistic training and education that fosters greater understanding. Delegate with descriptive job roles Delegation can provide employees with guidance on what needs to be achieved to reach the end goal. It can provide clear direction for staff while employers can oversee budget and timing schedules. It also allows the emplo

Making the most of business meetings

  It is safe to assume that every business, no matter how big or small, will conduct meetings as a way of getting things done around the office. When organised properly, business meetings can be incredibly effective and efficient. However, more often than not, many meetings can be a waste of time for both the employer and employees if the meeting lacks focus, direction, or takes place when attendees are unprepared. Luckily, there are solutions available to counteract problems regarding these unproductive meetings. Employers simply need to be open to changing the way meetings are conducted in their business. Here are a few ideas to get that ball rolling: Set the agenda Meetings need purpose. Therefore, any issues that need discussing should be listed as items on the agenda. Itemising each issue also gives everyone a firm guideline of what is expected to be discussed. While sticking to the agenda may be boring for some, at least employers will be able to rest easy afterward knowing that