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LushBurg Associates Limited is an integrated financial consultancy firm that provides such services as forensic audit, accounting services, advisory services in investment, wealth management, risk management and internal control, specialized human resource services, financial training and facilitation and ancillary business consulting services. We are a niche player and seek to provide expertise t

o small and medium enterprises across Nigeria. We recognize that today’s organisations, large or small, face three key challenges, namely: change, complexity and competition. An organisation’s response to these challenges goes a long way in determining its survival and growth. The same applies to the professional who shockingly discovers that yesterday’s skills are not sufficient to deal with today’s challenges. Our goal at LushBurg Associates, therefore, is to assist our clients - both individuals and organisations alike - to improve performance through a review of how they conduct their businesses, the development and deployment of bespoke solutions tailored to the needs of the client the constant sharpening of skills.

05/04/2019

Clean Up Your Desk[Top] Already

If your desk (or desktop) is a mess, you might be too.

Research shows clutter adds to our stress and anxiety levels, detracts from our ability to focus, and makes us seem less conscientious and agreeable. That’s why you should make a habit of tidying your workspace.

Try blocking off a few minutes on your calendar every week to sort through your piles of stuff. Managers may want to establish “spring cleaning” days (pro tip: order a pizza for motivation) or institute a clean desk policy for shared spaces.

When it comes to managing digital clutter, ask IT for tools to organize online documents and advice on which items can be discarded.

And if you work at home, set up a designated workspace so that you have a boundary between work items and home items. (It’s worth noting that research has also found messy environments can encourage creativity — you just don’t want your desk to get too chaotic.)

Adapted from “The Case for Finally Cleaning Your Desk,” by Libby Sander

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15/03/2019

3 Work Skills That Are Useful at Home, Too

Is your home life more chaotic than your work life? If so, you’re not alone, and some of the skills you use in your job can help.

1. Planning and scheduling.
Do you struggle to finish your personal to-do list? Block out time in your calendar for the things you need to get done (even mundane tasks like laundry and errands). You’ll feel more in control and more productive.

2. Decision making. [This] is about understanding how your actions affect other people. To improve, pay attention to how your colleagues react to things, and ask yourself (or them) what could be behind their behavior.

3. Putting people first.
At work, would you idly check your phone while a client speaks? Of course not — and our families deserve the same respect. Try to give people your full attention at home, even after a long day of work. It will help you feel more connected to the ones who matter most.

Adapted from “To Have a Happier Home Life, Treat It a Little More Like Work,” by Whitney Johnson

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07/03/2019

If a Work Friendship Becomes Draining, Protect Your Time and Energy

Having friends at work can make you happier and more productive. But those friendships can become draining if they take up too much of your time and energy.

What do you do if that happens? Don’t abruptly cut the person off — instead, make small changes to shift the relationship’s dynamic.

Try to tone down the intensity of your interactions and spend less time together. If you usually talk in person, switch to phone calls; if you chat on the phone, switch to email. And emphasize your professional relationship by keeping the conversation focused on work whenever possible.

If you can’t draw such a hard line, set some boundaries while thinking about which aspects of the friendship you’d like to preserve. For example, if you regularly give your friend advice, pick one or two issues you’re willing to help with, and let them handle the rest on their own. It will take time to find a balance.

Stay strong and stick to your boundaries.

Adapted from “What to Do When a Work Friendship Becomes Emotionally Draining," by Amy Gallo

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28/02/2019

When You Make a Mistake, Be Quick to Admit It

Admitting that you’ve made a mistake can be a hit to your ego. But arguing with or blaming others (or trying to dodge by saying something vague like “Mistakes were made…”) will only make things worse.

It’s much better to take responsibility for the situation so that you can clear the air and move on. Swallow your pride and simply say “I was wrong,” offering a brief explanation without making excuses.

If your error had a negative effect on others, acknowledge it. Really listen to their reactions — don’t get defensive or interrupt. Then explain what you’re doing to remedy the mistake, including its substantive impacts (money, time, processes) and relational impacts (feelings, reputation, trust).

Be open to feedback about what you’re doing. And tell those affected by your error what you’ve learned about yourself (“I realize I sometimes ignore people I don’t see eye-to-eye with”) and what you’re going to do differently in the future.

Adapted from “What to Do When You Realize You’ve Made a Mistake," by Deborah Grayson Riegel.

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25/02/2019

For a Team to Work Smoothly, You Need 3 Things

If your colleagues aren’t working well together, there are a few ways to change the team dynamic. Everyone — including you — should consider how they can improve three things: internal self-awareness, external self-awareness, and personal accountability.

1. Internal self-awareness is about understanding how your values affect your decisions. To improve, consider how your emotions and assumptions in a situation lead you to act a certain way. Resist the urge to act until you understand what’s driving you.

2. External self-awareness is about understanding how your actions affect other people. To improve, pay attention to how your colleagues react to things, and ask yourself (or them) what could be behind their behavior.

3. Personal accountability helps you asses how you are contributing to a problem. To improve, accept that you probably share some blame for what’s going wrong. Use internal and external self-awareness to think carefully about how you may need to change.

Adapted from “To Improve Your Team, First Work on Yourself," by Jennifer Porter

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15/02/2019

To Be More Productive, Become More Efficient

Do you find yourself struggling to finish your to-do list — even after prioritizing, planning, and delegating? If so, consider whether you could work more efficiently.

Small changes to your work style could end up saving you hours each week. For instance, before eagerly jumping into a new project, talk to stakeholders about their expectations so that you know what to prioritize. Maybe they want a detailed project plan, but maybe a rough outline would get the job done too.

It’s also helpful to ask yourself if you could reuse any past work to complete the project at hand. Say you’re preparing a presentation to senior leaders — can you pull language from the proposal it’s based on, or draw on other materials to flesh it out?

Lastly, use timeboxing to organize your efforts: Decide in advance how long you will spend on each task, and stick to it. Even if you don’t finish everything in the allotted time, timeboxing will help you focus for short bursts of productivity.

Adapted from “5 Strategies for Getting More Work Done in Less Time," by Elizabeth Grace Saunders

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08/02/2019

To Improve Your Work-Life Balance, Change Your Mindset

It’s tempting to think the only way to get to the top is to work all the time. But you can be an effective leader and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

It all starts with your mindset. Stop thinking of yourself as someone who’s willing to do whatever the job asks, and start thinking of yourself as someone who does great work and also has a life outside of it.

Plan how you’ll set aside and prioritize time for family, friends, and hobbies; consider where you have flexibility and where you need more of it.

To do this, take a hard look at your company’s culture. Does your team measure success by how long people spend at the office, or by whether they get their tasks done on time? If it’s the former, something needs to change — and you may need to lead that change. If it’s the latter, think about what’s stopping you from changing how you spend your time.

Adapted from “You Can Be a Great Leader and Also Have a Life," by Brigid Schulte

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04/02/2019

Create Ways for Your Employees to Learn from Each Other

Peer-to-peer learning can be a powerful (and free) development tool. Research shows that when people want to learn a skill, turning to colleagues for help is often the first thing they do.

You can encourage this kind of learning in your organization by setting up a formal program for it. Start by appointing a facilitator to oversee the program. It’s important to have a neutral party — who is not the team’s manager — to organize sessions, keep everyone on topic, and maintain a positive atmosphere.

You also need to build a safe environment so that people feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, experiences, and questions. Setting ground rules around honoring confidentiality and accepting feedback graciously can help.

During sessions, be sure that learning is tied to real-world situations and problems so that participants can apply the skills they’ve learned quickly. And encourage employees to network, whether online, at networking events, or through another method, so that anyone in the company can get involved.

Adapted from “How to Help Your Employees Learn from Each Other,” by Kelly Palmer and David Blake

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30/01/2019

Don’t Just Have a To-Do List — Timebox It

The only thing worse than having a long to-do list is not knowing how you’re going to get everything done.

Timeboxing can help: It’s a way of converting your to-do list into blocks of time on your calendar, so you have a plan for what to do and when.

Start by looking at your to-do list and figuring out each task’s deadlines. For example, if a promotional video has to go live on a Tuesday, and the production team needs 72 hours to incorporate your edits, then put a hold on your calendar at least 72 hours before Tuesday. Repeat for each item on your to-do list.

If you work on a team where people can see one another’s calendars, timeboxing has the added benefit of showing people that the work will get done on time.

But the biggest advantage of timeboxing might be that it gives you a feeling of control over your calendar — which can help you feel happier at work.

Adapted from “How Timeboxing Works and Why It Will Make You More Productive," by Marc Zao-Sanders

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03/01/2019

After a Vacation, Approach Your To-Do List Thoughtfully

Coming back from vacation can be painful. But you can do a few things to make the return easier.

Use your first 30 minutes in the office to look through what’s on your to-do list and make a plan for it. Keep in mind that what’s most urgent now may not be what was most urgent before your time away.

Check in with key people to discuss what you missed and what needs your attention. Thank anyone who covered for you, and ask them what they need from you now.

If you have to read all the emails that came in while you were away, start by scanning your inbox for key names — your boss’s or a big client’s — and read those first. And as you resume work, don’t let the vacation glow fade.

Take moments to remember the best experiences of your time away, and use them to tap into the joy or calm you need to stay energized.

Adapted from “How to Minimize Stress Before, During, and After Your Vacation,” by Tristan Elizabeth Gribbin

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18/12/2018

Find Ways to Be Productive in an Open Office

An open office can be a nightmare when it comes to noise — especially when you’re working on something that requires your undivided attention.

To get the focus you need, talk to your team to sync up expectations about how you can all work optimally. Develop some ground rules.

For example, you all might agree that when one colleague is on the phone, everyone else will only whisper. It’s also smart to invest in noise-canceling headphones. They not only drown out unwanted noise but also serve as a visual cue that you don’t want to be disturbed.

Another tactic is to scout out a private, quiet space — an underused conference room, say — that will allow you to write and think when you truly can’t be interrupted.

Finally, if noise is still a problem, ask your manager about moving to a new desk. Don’t lodge complaints about your talkative coworkers; be positive and tell your boss that you’ll be more productive in another space.

Adapted from “Staying Focused in a Noisy Open Office,” by Rebecca Knight

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17/12/2018

Good Leaders Don’t Ignore Their Personal Lives

Good leaders put aside their own needs for the good of the organization — but that doesn’t mean they completely sacrifice their personal lives. Leaders who subjugate their need for exercise, sleep, and recreation eventually succumb to brownout: the graduated loss of energy, focus, and passion.

Brownout is often imperceptible to outsiders, but it affects a significant percentage of the executive population.

Today’s superstar leaders supplement their commitment to others with an equally important commitment to themselves. Whether it’s promising you’ll stick to your exercise routine, enjoy hobbies, eat dinner with your family, or reflect on what’s important to you, putting aside time for yourself makes you a better, more fully realized version of yourself.

Start by making one small but meaningful promise to yourself — and keep it. If you’re successful, try another promise. It shouldn’t take long for the performance benefits to be obvious.

Adapted from “Treat Promises to Yourself as Seriously as Promises to Others,” by Michael E. Kibler

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