The Accountability Minute:Business Acceleration|Productivity

Today we are talking about Business Communication Tip #5 for Even Greater Success, which is to Ask Questions!   Asking questions helps you understand what the speaker is saying accurately. The problem most people have with asking questions is that they think it shows ignorance or they assume they know exactly what someone is saying, and it could be very inaccurate.   In business, it is important t...

Today we are talking about Business Communication Tip #4 for Even Greater Success, which is to Avoid Speaking for Other People.   As a business owner, you are the voice of your business. The responsibility of performing exceptionally lies with you as you have to set the professional example.   When an employee does something that affects the business, you should speak to them about how that behavi...

Today we are talking about Business Communication Tip #3 for Even Greater Success, which is to Stay Away from Absolutes.   Habits are hard to break, and personal relationships can get heated. When in business, your employees and vendors have their habits and may bring these behaviors into the business.   Though these habits may be detrimental to your business success, how you communicate your disp...

Today we are talking about Business Communication Tip #2 for Even Greater Success, which is to Practice Active Listening.   Communicating effectively in business is double-sided. Just as you should learn to speak clearly to avoid mistakes that can cost you business, you should also practice active listening.   Non-verbal cues, such as nodding your head, looking the speaker in the eye, turning towa...

Today we are talking about Business Communication Tip #1 for Even Greater Success, which is to Be Clear.   Clarity cannot be over-emphasized. As a business owner, you need to strive to communicate clearly. Clear communication prevents miscommunication and a varied interpretation of your message.   It is also important to state the reason for each business communication you have. When you do this,...

Communication is one of the most important aspects of running your business. This is done through memos, emails, meetings (live or virtual), updates, and messages.    When you run a business, excellent communication serves as a relationship-building tool that strengthens the relationship between you, your employees, your clients, and your prospects.   In business, you are continuously providing a...

Today we are talking about Technique #5 of the 5 techniques to Help You Manage Your Time More Effectively, which is to Track Your Time.   While managing your time effectively, it is important to study how much time you spend on each task. Time management doesn’t focus only on managing your time effectively. It also takes into perspective how your time is managed.   When you track the time spent on...

Today we are talking about Technique #4 to Help You Manage Your Time More Effectively, which is to Use Time Blocks to Maintain Structure.   Structuring your work hours cannot be over-emphasized. After your to-do list and prioritizing that list, it is important to structure your daily tasks. This is where time blocks help you to maximize your very valuable time.   Time blocking works by sectioning...

Today we are talking about Technique #3 to Help You Manage Your Time More Effectively, which is to Manage Distractions Appropriately.   The one constant thing is change. And in business, changes can occur regularly and without warning. What this means is that you can be continuously distracted by the many business activities around you.   When managing your time effectively, it is important to be...

Today we are talking about Technique #2 to Help You Manage Your Time More Effectively, which is to Prioritize All of Your Tasks.   When you have listed everything you need to accomplish during the day, you should sit still and prioritize your tasks based on their level of importance.    More in-depth activities like meetings with clients, important business meetings, marketing meetings, and team u...

Today we are talking about Technique #1 to Help You Manage Your Time More Effectively, which is to Keep a To-Do List or a Prioritized Action List (PAL) as I like to call it.    A to-do list is one of the simplest and most common time management techniques in the world. To-do lists have been ingrained in many lives right from a young age.    This is because to-do lists serve as a central location f...

Time management is one of the most important skills for entrepreneurs and high-performing business professionals. At the heart of it, it really isn’t a skill as much as it is a necessity for success.   Many high-performing business professionals have continuously attributed their successes to being able to manage their time appropriately and consistently.    When looking closely at time management...

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Today we are talking about the fifth way of the five ways that goal setting can benefit your business, which is Feedback.   Your business goals are the results you hope to achieve after a period of time. When working towards your end goal, you need to welcome and be receptive to your employees' and clients' feedback.   Feedback can be a very valuable tool in adjusting business practices...

Today we are talking about the fourth way that goal setting can benefit your business, which is Task Complexity.   Setting business goals also means taking the time to ensure that these stretch goals are attainable. This allows you to evaluate your current path as a business owner.   When setting goals, you should ensure that every task that supports the end goal is attainable, even with the extra...

Today we are talking about the third way that goal setting can benefit your business, which is Commitment.   Your business should have your absolute commitment. Setting business goals helps you learn to be entirely committed to all your projects. Through this commitment, you can build better skills that are infused in running your business more effectively and efficiently.   Goal setting also help...

Today we are talking about the second way that goal setting can benefit your business, which is Challenge.   Though one or two may be risk-averse, every business professional and entrepreneur coverts a good challenge. Why? Because challenges motivate you and light a fire of determination for you  to succeed.   Goal setting serves as more than just targets to hit on a scoreboard. Setting goals in y...

Today we are talking about the first way that goal setting can benefit your business, which is Clarity.   When setting your business goals, you should pay attention to the type of goals you are setting. Doing this helps you gain clarity in your business.   Before setting your goals, you should have a marketing plan set to pursue these goals. This plan helps you gain clarity in the steps and proces...

Every business professional and entity sets goals. This can be broken into marketing goals, profit goals, and growth goals in different industries. Nevertheless, they all serve as a way to navigate and measure the progress of a business in certain regards.   Goal setting doesn’t have to be a monotonous task that you have to carry out regularly. Your business is always affected by environmental fac...

As a business owner, there are plans you need to make. When you started your business, there was a need to provide a specific solution. This solution may come as a product or a service that solves a problem your target audience face.   Before opening your door, physical and online doors included, you created a marketing plan for yourself and your business. This marketing plan also may have covered...

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Today we are talking about tip #6 of the 6 tips for effectively managing your team, which is to trust and empower your team members.   As a business owner, you may find yourself taking on a lot of responsibilities yourself. It’s hard to trust others to care about your business the way that you do. But the role of a team leader is to figure out how to motivate your employees and empower them to par...

Today we are talking about tip #5 for effectively managing your team, which is to Create a Framework for Growth.   Having a well-defined framework for growth helps set expectations both for your employees and for yourself. When you have regular check-ins, such as quarterly or monthly check-ins, your team will know what to expect and what goals they need to hit.   What does your review process look...

Today we are talking about tip #4 for effectively managing your team, which is to Be Transparent About When You Need Your Team’s Support.   Leading a team doesn’t mean you don’t need support as well. The most successful managers and business owners lead with humility and self-awareness. They understand where their weaknesses are and how to delegate where others are strong.   Transparency is a stre...

Today we are talking about tip #3 for effectively managing your team, which is to Provide Honest Feedback.   Providing feedback, especially negative feedback, is not an easy task for any manager or business owner. But it’s much more beneficial to both you and your team member for you to provide honest feedback that’s delivered with kindness, than to dance around the subject and leave room for misi...