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In previous years human resources was the dominant topic for business professionals. But given the widespread chaos created by the pandemic, articles dealing with COVID-19 were expected to be the most read topic.

But in 2020 articles providing tips for career growth, marketing, human resources and project management led the way.

For each month, here were the most-read articles:

 

January —

How to Get Appointments with CEOs for Long Term Relationships

In-person cold calls work well in selling to a CEO, and enhances your efforts to lay a groundwork for a long-term business relationship. Here are eight tips.

 

February —

10 Management Attributes for Effective Communication

Communication skills are critical for managers. People with enhanced abilities in communication typically have successful relationships at work and home. Good communicators typically have 10 attributes.

 

March —

Tips for Telecommuters to Optimize Home Internet Service

The lifestyles and careers of millions of Americans have, of course, changed as a result of the coronavirus crisis. If you’re a remote worker with children at home, your home Internet service might need to be optimized. Here are five tips.

 

April —

So You Finally Got Your First Management Job? Now What?

There are 10 principles every new manager needs to know and use.

 

May and June —

The Qualities Needed for Success in Project Management

Less than 3 percent of projects are successfully completed. Here’s how a project manager will control all the facets to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.

 

 

July, August and September —

Big Ticket Sales – Prevent Buyer’s Remorse with 4 Precautions

In big-ticket sales — from consulting services to information technology — customer emotions run high. Buyer’s remorse will cost you a big sale. To prevent buyer’s remorse, you need to be a calming influence in order for the customer to understand you’re providing value.

 

October —

3 Tips to Reassure Employees about COVID-19 Benefits

The pandemic started prompting many employees to question their health insurance benefits. Take an added step to educate your workers about their options.

 

November —

Hate Your Job but Can’t Quit? 7 Proven Tips

If you hate your job but can’t quit because you need the money, you’re not powerless. There are ways to enjoy your work and improve your situation.

 

December —

If Your Boss Invites You to Dinner, Make a Great Impression

Whether you’re invited to the home of your boss, a prospective employer or a business associate, manners are important. Things aren’t always as they seem. Be aware you’ll have to impress everyone who is attending. Here’s a checklist of 13 etiquette tips.

From the Coach’s Corner, thank you for reading The Biz Coach. May you enjoy much happiness and success in 2020.

To help you get started, consider 31 Entrepreneurial Resolutions for a Profitable New Year.

To help you further prepare, visit our Planning category with dozens of business-performance strategies.

“The new year stands before us, like a chapter in a book, waiting to be written. We can help write that story by setting goals.”

-Melody Beattie

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Author Terry Corbell has written innumerable online business-enhancement articles, and is a business-performance consultant and profit professional. Click here to see his management services. For a complimentary chat about your business situation or to schedule him as a speaker, consultant or author, please contact Terry.