Business in Action, 6th Ed.
Chapter 14: Product and Pricing Strategies
"Wharton's Peter Cappelli discusses IBM's decision to rethink its remote work policy for some employees.
"Fear of rejection is one of the reasons people avoid public speaking.
"Below, we've rounded up 18 of the most useful scientific insights into the significance of body language, pulled from Psychology Today, research journals, and a few awesome books.
According to Scott Meacham (photo, left), "I can't think of a single entrepreneur I've worked with who ever intended to fail.
"Law firm Cooney & Conway created a helpful infographic highlighting obscure laws from 11 countries which could land you in hot water if you break them.
"To make the writing right, use outside resources to help you get a third person perspective on your writing.
"Workers aren’t always to blame for distractions.
"The image you choose to portray to others is a big reflection of your true self, but the opposite effect can also be achieved.
According to Diane DiResta (photo, left), "A job interview can be an adventure.
"Sure, you’re out of your depth, but you can still make a great impact.
"Some tricks, like remembering to smile, are easy to implement in your everyday life.
"It sounds simple, but making sure your company has more money coming in than going out is one of the most important tasks of running and growing a business.
"Your posture, tone of voice, and even your diet may play a part in getting your message across.
"The word “ego” carries a lot of baggage, with connotations like: Blowhard.
"From tidying your space to reading the news, there are a variety of ways to prep for the day.
"What are you worth?
"You spent hours researching, cramming, and planning for the interview.
"Phone interviews are increasingly a key part of the hiring process, and doing well at this stage can determine if you make it to an in-person interview or not.
"Here is a radically innovative way to look at time management: Go slower.
"Here are five crucial social media trends that will have the maximum impact on your social media strategy in 2018 and ahead.
"Here are some insider tips from someone who has managed hundreds of recruiters and advised on thousands of hires for a wide range of professional positions.
"Here are some insider tips from someone who has managed hundreds of recruiters and advised on thousands of hires for a wide range of professional positions.
"So when you’re laboring under a certain degree of unavoidable stress, you need to make sure it’s the right amount to keep you plugging away, but not so overwhelming that your performance and productivity plummet.
"Your job interview might go perfectly, or it might not.
"Instead of waiting for something outside yourself to rescue you from circumstance, take action to create the life you want.