How to Handle a Workday When Short Staffed
During the holidays, flu season, or currently during the COVID-19 pandemic, you may find that you don’t have enough employees to handle your current workload. While this will not only cause you much anxiety, it can also affect your performance, reputation, and customer experience. Luckily, if you do find yourself short-staffed on a workday, there […]
Tips for Emphasizing Strong Hygiene at Work
Keeping yourself and your co-workers healthy must be a priority. Each year in the United States, employers lose $450 to $500 billion in productivity due to employees being sick. With the recent coronavirus pandemic, strong hygiene is essential to keep your co-workers healthy and to ensure that business runs as smoothly as possible. However, regardless […]
How to Work Remotely (When You Never Have Before)
According to a recent article on LinkedIn, since January of 2020, the number of searches for “remote working” on the social media platform has tripled. Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, employees from around the world are moving from their office building to the comforts of their homes to work each day. While many are enjoying […]
Don’t Do These Things When Negotiating Your Salary
There will come a time in your career where it will be necessary to negotiate your salary. Whether it is after receiving a job offer or because your current compensation doesn’t accurately reflect your work, this conversation may need to happen. However, before you run into your manager’s office to request a bump in your […]
5 Tips for Negotiating a Job Offer
Negotiating a job offer can feel awkward and uncomfortable. However, it may be necessary to ensure you receive the pay and benefits that you deserve. When you don’t receive adequate pay or many perks, it can cause low engagement levels and result in a lull in your career. Remember that every job offer and personal […]
How Do You Choose Between Two Job Offers?
When you are on the job hunt, you’ve likely sent out dozens of resumes. What happens when you’ve been offered two jobs? How do you determine which job will be best for you? Here are several things to consider as you choose between the two job offers. Make Sure All Of Your Questions Are Answered […]
4 Ways to Deal with Workplace Gossip
Gossip in the workplace occurs no matter your industry, position, or experience. It can be detrimental to a team, affect your engagement, and make you dread going to work each day. Plus, it is a major waste of time and greatly decreases your productivity. What should you do when the rumor mills begin? How should […]
How to Reduce Tension in the Workplace
No matter your industry or position, you will likely experience some conflict in the workplace. When stress levels are high, deadlines are approaching, or personalities do not click, tension can quickly arise. Luckily, there are many things you can do to reduce this unwanted conflict and work in a comfortable work environment. Let’s explore several […]
5 Tips to Stay Relevant in Your Career
No matter if you are just beginning your career or you have been working in a specific industry for 15 years, you want to keep moving your way to the top. You must remain competitive and demonstrate a strong work ethic and self-motivation. You want to be familiar with the latest technology and new developments […]
How to Find a Mentor
A great mentor can be instrumental in helping you grow in your career. A mentor’s job is to help you reach your career goals. They are available to give you advice, teach, and support you in all of the steps in your career. However, a mentor is not someone who is likely assigned to you. […]