Sean Nieuwoudt - Web, Business, E-Commerce, Tech

Employee Cliques Are Bad For Business

Companies should pay very close attention to cliques forming amongst employees - this is a sure indication that there is something very wrong with company dynamic and managers (if present).

The stronger the clique, the less likely employees outside of it will be willing to interact with those inside it.

Employees might even go as far as to feel the need to quit their jobs - this goes way back to schoolyard days feeling like the odd one out.

Cliques are infectious, even the most highly respected people fall prey to it. You may find yourself gossiping about a certain employee via IM or email unexpectedly - just stop it.

The outcasted employees will feel resentment towards the company, not the clique - this is a sure fire way of killing productivity and ultimately the company.

Think about it.

12 August 2010 · Comments

10 Superistic Ninja Productivity Tips 2

10 Superistic Ninja Productivity Tips

I’ll be the first to admit that I’m a lazy person by nature, so as you can image - getting things done can turn into quite a mission. Even more so when you are an Engineer AND Entrepreneur.

Here are my tips to get actually getting things done and staying productive.

Make sure you end each day with all tabs & apps closed
Make tiny lists, but do write things down
Pen and paper is the way to go
Check & respond to mail twice a day at consistent times
Keep your desk neat at all times
Keep your desktop neat and files structured
Start with the most difficult tasks
Delegate & outsource as much as you can
Don’t let tasks linger - do it as soon as possible
Ask questions if you need answers

If you have any useful GTD tips, please do share.

16 July 2010 · Comments

Sean Nieuwoudt - Web, Business, E-Commerce, Tech 7

adii:

Just some inspiration.

6 July 2010 · Comments

Starkers Photoshop Template 1

Starkers Photoshop Template

If you are like me, you like things structured when you do any Photoshop work.

I’ve created a blank Photoshop template with folder structures and grids in place to save you time. Hopefully someone finds it useful.

Preview:

Created with Photoshop CS3.

25 June 2010 · Comments

Sean Nieuwoudt - Web, Business, E-Commerce, Tech 1

Is your business successful? Do you make money?

Most entrepreneurs show unease and discomfort when asked whether they consider their businesses successful. As with those posing such a violating question, entrepreneurs instinctively link the concept of success to financial statements.

I was recently asked by an acquaintance whether my…