April is Stress Awareness Month, and it doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out that long hours at work, a difficult or unappreciative supervisor, a long commute…or all of the above… could add up to some serious stress. So now is the perfect time to take a deep breath, step back, and evaluate whether […]
Read MoreWho hasn’t occasionally daydreamed at their desk of the perfect office prank? How many times have you caught yourself thinking “If only I could do this to Mr. Big” or “Wouldn’t it be hysterical if I did that to Ms. Crabapple?” Admit it. You’ve probably imagined everything from innocent funny pranks to, well, elaborate sinister […]
Read MoreMany employers strive to limit water cooler chit chat, viewing social behavior as a distraction from work. However, encouraging your employees to engage with each other socially shouldn’t necessarily be considered an outright negative. There are many benefits to a socially interactive workforce. Team building is about creating a workforce that can both listen and […]
Read MoreEmployee conflict rarely happens in a vacuum. In fact, sometimes other workers can unwillingly be pulled into conflicts. If your workforce begins to combat each other, their stress increases as morale decreases and the quality of work drops off. Management may begin to feel helpless, not wanting to choose sides. However, managers are best suited […]
Read MoreWhen an employee quits, it can cost employers thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars. You have to spend time and money to recruit and screen applicants, then interview the top candidates. With these resources used and productivity lost, wouldn’t it be better to not have to fill a vacant position in the first […]
Read MoreWhether it’s to find a new job or boost productivity in your current position, getting organized can save you time. Since time is money, investing in better organization can put more money in your pocket. The Ancient Greek maxim ‘Know Thyself’ applies to many situations, especially when it comes to getting organized. Begin the organizational […]
Read MoreOver the past few years, networking has shifted away from happy hours and coffee shops toward social media. You don’t have to be the savviest online communicator to get results, but putting in some effort is an absolute must. The good news is that networking online doesn’t cost anything beyond a way to connect to […]
Read MoreFrom Apple to Red Bull, corporations have leveraged successful brand building into the overall growth of their entire business. But now, thanks to social media, brands aren’t just the domain of large multi-national conglomerates. Every day it seems like we’re reading about the latest social media phenomenon whose posts or content has been viewed by […]
Read MoreWhen you hire a new employee, a large up-front investment goes into getting them up to speed. Unfortunately, at some companies, this is the last time their employer will ever invest in them or their skill set. Employees are like retirement plans – the more you invest in them, the better positioned you are for […]
Read MoreYou’ve had a long, happy and faithful relationship with your employees, so don’t you think it’s time to take your relationship to that next level. I’m talking about engagement! Engaging with your employees opens a whole new world of increased productivity, higher morale, better retention and happier clients. What is employee engagement? Unlike a marriage […]
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