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Preparing to embark on your dissertation

Before you start writing a thesis: Define the objectives and choose the literature

A thesis is the culmination of years of dedicated study. A future graduate demonstrates his knowledge as well as the ability to work independently and use relevant sources and demonstrates his understanding of an expert text. Half of the success of undergraduate studies is accomplished right at the beginning – it is dependent on what theme and professional literature the student follows.

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TOP 5 for Managers – key titles you should not miss

Management is a discipline that is best understood in practice. But where does one find new advice and experience to manage a company? The following five international bestsellers provide theoretical knowledge and practical examples that work. Understand the highest level of leadership, the principle of 80/20, how to break away from the average, and uncover the secrets of Marketing Management. Here is a list of TOP 5 books – reading for managers that will come in handy during your MBA or Ph.D. studies:

media relations

The Principles of Media Relations – secure a competitive advantage as well as a positive company image

The power of the media extends far beyond advertising. The Media decides which topics will be in the public eye and which will not. They set trends, contribute to the mood of society as a whole and shape public opinion. Someone who is not media savvy will most likely mismanage it in such a way that their company is not seen in a fair light. The ability to build and maintain good relationships with reporters, i.e. Media Relations, is an essential tool for executives. The involvement ranges from providing press information, to comments and public statements.

Here I am, the obvious choice

Here I am, the obvious choice! How to write a convincing cover letter?

Four years of professional experience, English proficiency, and all the required education. Resumes that are piling up on an HR manager's desk after posting a job offer are monotonously similar. Lo and behold, an impressive cover letter! Only a few important phrases are needed to make your resume stand out and get ahead of the other candidates. Read how to do it.

Time Management

Be the master of your time – simple principles of time management

Stress, restlessness, and impetuous actions – does this describe a typical day in your life? You are not alone. Continual thoughts such as ‘all the things that I have to arrange’ haunt many of us on a regular basis. Devote a few minutes each day in the morning or evening to time management. This small investment will pay dividends in the long run.

5 necessities

5 necessities your presentation must have

Never underestimate how the quality of a presentation can determine a company's success. The quality of the product, how persuasive you are and the graphic design used in your presentation are all important.

Closing a Sale

This article deals with the closing of a sale, which is a very crucial topic in the area of the strategic management of sales. In today’s competitive environment, it is important for an organization of any size-small, medium or large to close a sale successfully and move to the next step.

7 tips to preparing an effective slideshow

Recently, presentation skills have become just as important as having knowledge of foreign languages. As professionals, we have to make presentations to colleagues, in front of the clients, at school and be ready to demonstrate our ability to do so during a job interview. The way we act determines the outcome of our actions.

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4 challenges that can change your career

Career change does not always happen on a daily basis, although it is a rather long process that happens over time. Motivated people work on themselves throughout their entire life; they even study while working full-time with the hopes that their education and the knowledge that they acquire will bring them opportunities for career advancement in the future.

Body language: How to use gestures to look confident

Men and women have been known to communicate through gestures in completely different ways. This is addressed further in the course. Your gestures can leave an impression that you are either strong or cowardly. What's more, they can also affect the impression that you have of yourself. Effective non-verbal communication can be taught.