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Work-Life Balance Advice For New Parents
Reading Time: 2 minutes Welcoming a new life into the world is a profoundly beautiful and life-changing experience for any couple. Yet many new parents find themselves worrying about being able to maintain their professional performance while still giving their family the love and attention they deserve. Fortunately, with the following insights and some planning, it’s possible to…
Read MoreHow to Turn an Office Cookout into a Personal Career Booster
Reading Time: 2 minutes Is your boss hosting an office cookout to celebrate the beginning of summer with your entire team? Or perhaps you and your colleagues decide the beginning of the summer is the perfect time to get together for some social time before people leave for their vacations. Whatever the reason, it’s important to recognize the…
Read MoreEight Tips for a Greener Office
Reading Time: 2 minutes April 22 is Earth Day, and that’s the perfect opportunity to give your office an eco-friendly makeover! Here are eight tips for a greener office: 1. Use less paper, and store files in the cloud. Only print documents when it’s absolutely necessary. In all other cases, read them on your computer or device. In addition to…
Read MoreEight quick tips to stay energized at work
Reading Time: 3 minutes Whether you’re having trouble each morning focusing or the midafternoon slump always drags you down, feeling tired, distracted, or irritable at work isn’t good for your performance or wellbeing—or for your interaction with your coworkers! Read on for eight quick tips to stay energized at work. Make sure you get a good night’s rest. According…
Read MoreCollaborating with a difficult co-worker: Do’s and don’ts
Reading Time: 3 minutes No matter how much you like your job, it doesn’t mean that all your co-workers are a pleasure to work with. In fact, it’s possible that one of your colleagues never fails to push your buttons, and you always dread having to bring up the issue. If this sounds familiar, then it might help to…
Read MoreTransitioning from freelancer to full-time employee: do’s and don’ts
Reading Time: 3 minutes When you were in college, you started doing small developer gigs now and then, both for the experience and the money. Now, eight years later, you’ve built a successful freelance career as an app developer. You have a roster of steady, loyal clients who rely on you to always find a solution and meet…
Read MoreCan you be friends with your boss? Do’s and don’ts
Reading Time: 3 minutes According to recent research, more and more professionals say they want a work environment that fosters workplace friendships. And that’s not surprising, since even though an increasing number of us enjoy flexible work arrangements and telecommuting options, the American Time Use Survey shows we still spend an average of 8.9 hours a day on work…
Read MoreWhat to wear to the office this summer: Do’s and don’ts
Reading Time: 3 minutes Despite the fact that the Midwest and the East Coast were both blanketed in a late spring snowfall a couple of weeks ago, summer is on its way. Just imagine: in a couple of weeks you’ll be enjoying blue skies, warm sunshine, long evenings on the porch, and weekend barbecues with your friends! Work…
Read MoreThe etiquette edge: Use politeness to stand out
Reading Time: 3 minutes Holding open the door for a colleague. Sending a personal thank you email to a business stakeholder after a meeting. Turning off alerts on your phone when you’re at a business lunch. To some people, being polite is second nature. Other people, however, might not be aware that their behavior could be more considerate.…
Read MoreTips for personalizing your workspace to improve productivity
Reading Time: 3 minutes Have you ever wondered what it’s like to have a treadmill at your desk so you can walk while working? Or dreamed about having meetings in a conference room that looks like a vintage subway car? Or longed to take your Labrador to work for some unwavering companionship? If you’ve answered, “Yes” to any…
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