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TrendingAre you looking for ideas to decorate your office this Christmas? You have come to the right place. Decorating the office during the holiday season is a great way to lighten up the mood, embrace festivities, and bringing all the employees together. These Christmas office decoration ideas are
Read MoreSafety has to be a priority of all people wherever they go, especially in the workplace. To achieve this, you need to be aware of the various types of workplace hazards to which you may have exposure. At the same time, employers must also conduct the proper procedures to plan and imple
Read MoreFor several years now, I have been working as a human resource manager in a multinational corporation. One common thing I noticed among the people in my department was that they would use social media during working hours. This phenomenon is unacceptable in some companies, but the firm I work in
Read MorePerhaps office etiquette is something that differs from office to office and place to place. Even if this is true, comprehending basic etiquette in the workplace helps things run a bit smoother. Even if we know what social etiquette is, in an office setting, it is a little different when it comes
Read MoreYour boss or manager has asked you to fill out an employee engagement survey. You figure this will give you an opportunity to have your voice heard, so you accept. While you want to offer constructive criticism, something is giving you pause. You can’t help but wonder, are employee engageme
Read MoreStress in the workplace is a costly phenomenon. Thousands of employees suffer from health issues due to severe stress. Many cite workplace stress as a top reason for leaving their jobs. Companies lose millions of dollars from workplace stress. However, what are some ways by which companies can he
Read MoreDavid Allen in his book Getting Things Done: The art of stress-free productivity has devised a method to help managers and anyone else who feels overwhelmed by an ever-increasing workload to stay afloat at work. The aim of this method is to free time for you to concentrate on things that re
Read MoreIn some organizations, an employee meeting can be a dreaded event. A Lengthy, dull presentation can leave workers feeling drained and ambivalent towards the meeting’s significance. The purpose of a meeting is to inform, inspire and motivate your team to perform at their best. Whether you&rs
Read MoreAfter a dismal 2020, business owners can look forward to beginning a new year. Although many are skeptical that 2021 will return to normality, most analysts are optimistic that companies will adapt to a new business environment and continue to prosper and grow. Your business depends on exceptiona
Read MoreCreating a luminous environment in the office has a positive impact on how workers feel and how they interact with one another. Even as you update the artificial lighting, it is imperative that you optimize natural lighting in the office. We spend most of our daylight hours working in an offi
Read MoreIn the workplace, drug usage is nothing new. In fact, according to a 2013 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) survey, out of the 22.4 million illegal drug consumers aged 18 and over, approximately 70% were working either full- or part-time. It may be difficult to br
Read MoreThe success of your business is dependent on employee productivity levels. You may not realize that productivity does not mean your employees have to work tirelessly on tedious or demeaning tasks. Productivity refers to the amount of time or level of effort used to get something done. When an emp
Read MoreOften, newer employees struggle to make experienced colleagues see them as leaders at work. Fortunately, leaders are not born but are made. Besides, being a leader doesn’t mean supervising or heading a team of people. Think about the leaders or managers you have ever come across or hear
Read MoreEvery new year comes with swaths of resolutions about your weight, your bad habits, or keeping in touch with your friends. As we enter this new year, why not focus on an aspect of your life that you often ignore in your self-improvement efforts. Why not work to become better employees. When y
Read MoreLarge companies plan their real estate way in advance – large companies know what it takes to plan an office relocation, negotiate a lease, design, and build out an office. But, most companies, those companies that have 100 employees or less, make real estate decisions once every five
Read MoreWorkplace safety threats are increasing every year - imposing a heavy burden on organizations’ resources. Workplace security staff are constantly on the lookout for new technologies and and solutions to meet their fast-paced and high-stakes work environment. Protecting important data, netwo
Read MoreThere’s no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has put small businesses through the wringer. Many entrepreneurs have found their brick-and-mortar establishments shut down or subjected to stringent and exhausting social distancing and safety protocols. The realm of small businesses impacted by
Read MoreAs a business owner, you are likely always looking for ways to improve your office's technology. Employees are more apt to enjoy working in a place that has modern technology that makes work easier. It is important that you listen to employee suggestions, and try to find things that make the
Read MoreThanks to the pandemic, the number of Americans who are working remotely is continuing to grow. In fact, it has increased by more than 173% since 2005. Along with the pandemic, there are other benefits offered by transitioning your employees to work from home, including cost savings and improving
Read MoreNowadays, when a business goes green, it's not just about doing something positive for the environment. It's done with the understanding that having a sustainable and responsible workplace pays dividends for everyone associated with the organization through improving the space in which pe
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