In today’s dynamic business landscape, temporary staff play a crucial role in providing flexibility and meeting fluctuating workforce demands. Employers benefit from their expertise and the ability to scale up or down without long-term commitments. However, despite their significant contribution, temporary staff often face unique challenges in the workplace. As a business owner or manager,… Read More »
Did you know that the average person will spend 90,000 hours at work over a lifetime? When we think of the phrase “going green” we often think of ways to improve sustainability at home. You may already be taking simple steps to go green, such as recycling and conserving resources. When you think about how… Read More »
Are you taking steps to stay healthy at work? With cold and flu season in it’s prime, it’s important to take extra precautions to remain healthy and to avoid spreading sickness. Here are four simple #tips for improving your health in your office and workplace. 1. Eat Healthy Starting your morning off right with a… Read More »
Are you having one of those days or one of those months? You like your job, but you can’t seem to keep yourself focused. Use these four tips to stay motivated at work. Consider Your Impact Sometimes that project you are working on may seem useless and unimportant. However, take a step back and look… Read More »
Your company has defined its mission. And now, you’re ready to take your corporate culture to the next level. So, how do you weave those values into the everyday aspects of your business? Overcommunicate Your Priorities In his book The Culture Code, Daniel Coyle studied some of the world’s most successful organizations including Pixar, the… Read More »
Discussing your career goals with your supervisor can be intimidating. After all, you don’t want your boss to think you are looking for another job or trying to take over their position. However, this is an important conversation to have, and with the right approach everybody wins. Here are five best practices to follow. Set… Read More »
You have wonderful employees and you want to recognize them. But, what if large paychecks and lucrative benefits aren’t an option? Here are 65 ways to say thank you without breaking your budget. Individual Rewards Handwritten thank-you notes Thank-you text messages or emails Thank-you videos Special recognition certificates or plaques Milestone awards Bonuses Extra vacation… Read More »
Staff meetings are important to keep everyone focused, involved and committed. But unfortunately, meetings have a reputation for being unproductive, long and boring. Best-selling author and former general manager of Hewlett-Packard, Patty Azzarello, argues that companies need to stop having “status meetings” and move into higher-value conversations. So, how can a leader change the meeting… Read More »
There are good bosses and bad bosses. Hopefully, you work for the former. However, for better or worse, it is important to address your working relationship with your supervisor. You will interact with this individual day in and day out. Regular tense encounters are bound to increase your stress level and to decrease your job… Read More »
The first day of work can be daunting for anyone, but as a new employee, you need to feel comfortable asking questions. New employees must become acclimated to a new set of rules, environment and co-workers, and asking questions can prevent any potential confusion. Most of the time, your co-workers and supervisors will expect you… Read More »