Boss Lady

10 ways to sustain your confidence and lead

Have you already participated in confidence training programs, read lots of self-improvement articles and worked on development plans? You can get things to shift for a little while. You might have presented one or two great pitches, won a...
Infographic: How to get ahead by investing in yourself

While the adage says you should diversify your investments, when considering something as important as your own well-being, you can certainly put all your eggs in one self-sustaining basket. Of course YOU are not the same as a financial...
3 business lessons for women from Game of Thrones

It finally happened – Game of Thrones is over. Like other fans, I’m feeling a flurry of different emotions. But, there’s one truth that’s clear – this story has captivated myself and millions more. For us, it’s more than...
Tips for planning a business or corporate move

So you’re planning a corporate move. It’s a big and exciting step to relocate your business and employees. A new office, a new atmosphere, maybe some new people — and unfortunately, a ton of paperwork and planning. No doubt...
The 4 hidden dangers of perfectionism at work – and what to do instead

The drive is on in workplaces to deliver good value, top quality and efficient service. This pressure to make what we’re doing ‘perfect’ seems to just be one of the basic expectations of the job these days. But despite...
Infographic: The worst things a manager can say to her team

A great manager knows how to get the best out of her team with the right motivational tactics, but knowing all the right things to say is not always easy. The way you communicate with your staff can have...
3 ways to cultivate mindfulness in the workplace

After decades of the global workweek getting longer and longer, and almost a decade of needing to be ‘always on’ in many workplaces, many employers are shifting gears. The notion of working smart, not hard, has been accepted for...
Why printed promotional mugs are worth getting for your company office

Everyone loves a gift – and everyone enjoys a good cup of tea or a lovely cup of freshly made coffee … and your clients or visitors are no different. If you are a business, you will be looking...
Which are the best countries for female entrepreneurs?

Over the last decade, the number of female business owners around the world has increased by 45%, with recent research finding that female-founded digital startups outperform male-founded ones. RS Components have analysed which countries are leading the way...