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Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Active listening is a skill that needs to be cultivated to be an effective leader, and often, employees can be your best source of inspiration for this. They know the day-to-day concerns of the company and can offer unique, valuable insights and perspectives. However, leaders tend to be pulled in many different directions each day. They often feel they need to make quick, executive decisions without consulting others, sometimes to the detriment of the business. Here, a panel of Forbes Business Council members share their best tips for managers who want to improve their active listening skills to create a more comfortable, successful business environment. 1. Follow Up On Feedback Aside from common active listening practices such as paying attention to nonverbal cues and uninterrupted communication, it all comes down to action. An employee is only ever truly heard when their thoughts are put to practical use and … [Read more...] about 15 Key Tips For Developing Active Listening Skills As A Leader

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin When founder Kerry Fitzmaurice was preparing to open Pure Grit BBQ, her plant-based BBQ and fast-casual eatery in New York City in the spring of 2019, the proliferation of COVID stopped her in her tracks and delayed its debut. After she spent a year researching the menu, conducting market research, and refining her cooking and smoking expertise, she decided to maintain her momentum by bottling its sauces and rubs to get it off the ground. She turned to Hell’s Kitchen Hot Sauce, a bottler, to help produce it. The sauces are still on sale at the restaurant and produce about 10% of its overall revenue. That launch boosted Pure Grit BBQ’s brand name after articles appeared in The New York Times, Harpers Bazaar and the lifestyle company GOOP. Fitzmaurice raised the capital to open its retail location in May 17, 2023 from one main friend from elementary school in Greenwich, Ct and tapping her own funds. She also brought … [Read more...] about Vegan Pure Grit BBQ Opens In New York City After A Four-Year Delay

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The natural beauty and charm of Canada during winter is undeniable and the country offers something for every traveler, from charming cobblestone streets in Montreal, to gastronomic experiences in Toronto, and renowned ski resorts in Whistler. These three Four Seasons properties in Canada are now offering guests luxurious and unforgettable experiences as part of their "From Canada, With Love" campaign, allowing guests to effortlessly fall in love with the unique appeal of each destination. The Four Seasons Hotel Toronto, Four Seasons Resorts and Residences Whistler, and Four Seasons Hotel Montreal have created three personalized packages, available for booking starting February 1, 2023, that highlight the romantic charm of each city. Four Seasons Hotel Toronto City-seekers who crave an escape can expect to immerse themselves in Toronto's historic Yorkville neighborhood while staying at the renowned Four Seasons … [Read more...] about From Canada, With Love: Celebrate Love With 3 Top Four Seasons Hotels

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Asked recently by an Arizona television news anchor to comment on the continuing controversy surrounding the Biden administration efforts to restrict or ban the use of gas stoves in the home, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said , “That is so ridiculous, that story. Because, it sounds like government’s coming in to take your stuff. That is so not true. That is just not true.” In almost her next breath, though, Granholm went on to perpetuate the supposed science connecting the use of gas stoves to childhood asthma, a claim that simply has not been established. That was on January 23. Just nine days later, on February 1, Granholm’s Department of Energy beat the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) to the regulatory punch, proposing a new regulation governing home energy consumption, which seeks to diminish the use of, you guessed it, gas stoves in the home. Thus we see the Biden administration just cannot … [Read more...] about Biden Officials Just Can’t Keep Their Hands Off Your Gas Stoves

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Gasoline prices are rising again – up more than 30 cents a gallon in the past month and around 15 cents in the last two weeks alone. Motorists should brace for more pain. One reason is that the global market for refined products is about to be upended by the latest European Union (EU) sanctions on Russia’s petroleum industry. On February 5, the EU will ban imports of Russian refined products like diesel, jet fuel, gasoline, and heating oil. While global oil markets have recently handled a similar ban on Russian crude imports quite well, these product sanctions could be far more disruptive. Markets for refined fuels are much more complex than for crude, with refineries configured to process certain types of feedstock crudes and to manufacture varying slates of products, depending on regional demand patterns. The issue for Europe is that it relies on Russia for about 40 percent of its refined product imports and … [Read more...] about EU’s Ban On Russian Diesel To Stoke Turmoil In Global Fuel Markets

All products and services featured are independently selected by Forbes Vetted contributors and editors. When you make a purchase through links on this page, we may earn a commission. Learn more Terry Ward , Contributor Forbes Vetted S inger Bob Marley perhaps summed up Jamaica’s laid-back vibes best when he crooned, “Don’t worry about a thing.” With sugary beaches lapped by clear waters and verdant mountains, Jamaica promises the quintessential Caribbean vacation. There are delicious seafood and jerk dishes to sample and vivid sunsets that should be taken in at a beachfront bar to the sound of mellow reggae beats. The third largest island in the Caribbean, Jamaica has diverse landscapes and intriguing culture and history. Your vacation can be intrepid and adventurous or all-out luxurious. The best hotels and resorts in Jamaica offer friendly service, beautiful beaches, world class spas and wellness programs as well as activities for kids, golfers and … [Read more...] about The 10 Best Jamaican Resorts

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin If you regularly host holiday gatherings, dinner parties or after-work happy hours, chances are you’re often mixing up drinks for guests. And if these events are a regular occurrence at your home, it might be time to learn how to set up your own bar. Building a home bar might seem like a complicated and potentially expensive undertaking, but it doesn’t have to be. We spoke to bartenders from all around the country, and they explained that you really just need a few essential tools and ingredients to whip up professional-quality cocktails at home. Your local watering hole might feature rows upon rows of different spirits to choose from, but bartenders recommend sticking to the basics for your home bar. “Tequila, bourbon, vermouth, angostura bitters and soda water are always at my home bar,” says Micky Mullins, bar manager at The Bower in New Orleans. “The real secret is most of these ingredients play well with one another. … [Read more...] about Every Essential Tool You Need To Set Up A Fully-Stocked Home Bar, According To Bartenders

Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The best sectional sofas allow you to really sprawl out while also acting as the centerpiece of your space. Of course, this isn’t a small, inexpensive piece of furniture, so it’s never going to be the most straightforward purchase. Thankfully, there are many stylish sectional sofas on the market right now, meaning you are not likely to have an issue finding one that’s everything you want and more. Our top pick is the Burrow Nomad Velvet Sofa , a stylish and sleek sofa that offers plenty of seating room to comfortably spread out and has high-tech features like a built-in USB outlet. If you’re curious about which factors to consider when sorting through all the options out there, you’re in the right place. Start by taking into account how much space you have and the ideal orientation of your sectional; many of the best couch retailers have modular options that allow you to really customize your choice. If you can … [Read more...] about The 9 Best Sectional Sofas That Suit All Sorts Of Styles And Spaces

Oil Oil prices made modest gains in early trade on Friday but were heading for a second straight week of losses, as the market looked for more signs of a strong recovery in fuel demand in China to offset looming slumps in other major economies. Brent crude futures rose 16 cents, or 0.2%, to $82.33 a barrel at 0110 GMT, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures gained 18 cents, or 0.2%, to $76.06 a barrel. So far this week, Brent has dropped by 4.8%, extending a 1.1% loss from the previous week. WTI has fallen by 4.5% after sliding 2% in the prior week. Mixed signs of a fuel demand recovery in China, the world's top oil importer, have kept a lid on the market. ANZ analysts pointed to a sharp jump in traffic in China's 15 largest cities following the Lunar New Year holiday, but also noted that Chinese traders had been "relatively absent" from markets. Read More The prospect of an economic rebound in China after COVID-19 curbs eased has buoyed … [Read more...] about Oil heads for weekly loss awaiting China recovery signs

Petrol and diesel in Delhi cost Rs 96.72 and Rs 89.62 per litre. In Mumbai, petrol is being sold for Rs 106.31 a litre and diesel for Rs 94.27 a litre Petrol and diesel prices held steady across metro cities on February 3, the latest price notification issued by fuel retailers showed. Petrol and diesel in Delhi cost Rs 96.72 and Rs 89.62 a litre, respectively. In Mumbai, petrol is being sold for Rs 106.31 per litre and diesel for Rs 94.27. Petrol and diesel are priced at Rs 102.63 and Rs 94.24 in Chennai and at Rs 106.03 and Rs 92.76 in Kolkata, respectively. The Union Budget for 2023-24 announced investment of Rs 30,000 crore to state-owned fuel retailers to make up for the massive losses they ran because of holding petrol and diesel prices despite rise in cost in a bid to help the government contain inflation. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has allocated the money under the head "capital support to oil marketing companies". It offered no explanation why the … [Read more...] about Fuel Prices on February 3: Check petrol, diesel rates in Delhi, Mumbai and other cities