What do salons, consultancies, and home service providers all have in common? This question may seem like the prime setup for a joke, but there’s no punchline to look forward to. Although the above industries may seem worlds apart, they share one common need: calendar scheduling. Many businesses use scheduling approaches that are, unfortunately, rife […]
With the holidays upon us, you might start hearing one specific question a lot more. Without fail, more than one person will probably ask you, “What are you thankful for this year?” After all, Thanksgiving is nearly here, and the holidays are usually a time to show your appreciation. Between work, school, and any personal […]
It’s common to feel stressed during the holiday season. In addition to your daily responsibilities, you must also review your year-end checklist, which is a formal list of tasks you set at the end of the financial, business, or calendar year. Additionally, there are managing time-off requests and balancing life outside of work, such as […]
It’s been more than three years since the virus raced through our meetings, upending the status quo. And the apple cart isn’t going to change back. Many of us have been working remotely for so long, using digital collaboration platforms like Basecamp, Slack, and Zoom, that it’s difficult to recall what it was like to […]
As adults, many people complain that they don’t have fun like they used to. Between work, raising children, or financial stress, it’s no secret that being an adult can be hard. However, one could argue that means grown-ups deserve to have some fun. Some people complain they don’t have enough time for activities anymore. However, […]
It’s no secret that Google Chrome has dominated the global market share for years now. According to statistics, Chrome is used by 63.58% of the global population. Comparatively, Safari has a market share of 19.37%, which is the second most popular browser worldwide. In other words, you’re probably reading this with Chrome. Additionally, some people […]
Is your company on track to make extra revenue in 2022? Then, it’s time to consider how you will reward your employees for their hard work. To retain employees and continue your great success, it’s essential that your team feels valued and like they belong. We know we belong when someone notices us or does […]
Working during the holidays is the last thing anyone envisions when thinking of the holidays. Many employees want to take PTO over the holidays to spend time with their families, which can be challenging for business owners. Managers in the retail and service industries, for instance, may have to cover even more holiday shifts during […]
The question is, how do you deal with disruptive folks without losing your cool — especially in an essential meeting? Here are some suggestions on how to maintain control. How to Deal with People Who Cause Disruption During Meetings Having individuals talk and interrupt you can be highly irritating and aggravating. However, if they interrupt […]
Scheduling may cause tension and difficulties as managers try to match the best personnel with the most significant shifts. And things can get even trickier with employees during your holiday scheduling. Getting employee shift scheduling properly added to the time sheets leads to happy workers, efficiency, and millions saved. Meetings become productive again when all […]
