In the modern business world, it’s easy to let work time slip into off time. The advent of the pandemic encourages many businesses to try remote working. The expectation to be “always on” can be draining. Simply put, it’s easy to work too hard too often. And this is especially the case during the holiday […]
Every month brings with it a series of observances. These are special occasions that may take place on a specific day or span up to a week or even more. Some of the November holidays are the classics you know of, like Thanksgiving, Veteran’s Day, and so on. Others you might never have heard of […]
So I woke up yesterday and saw that many national chains have started holiday shopping “sales.” One headline said, “black Friday starts on Halloween this year.” Cray-Cray — Seriously, Cray-Cray! Did I hop on the ads and look at what they had? Of course I did. Did I think about holiday stress? Of course I […]
As businesses become increasingly digital, adapting to consumer demand, and swiftly transitioning towards the online world, ongoing threats of cybercrime and cyberattacks are becoming a significant challenge for small businesses that are ill-prepared. There are Digital Tools to Help Defend Against Cyberattack Today, with the onset of digital tools that can help businesses remain relevant […]
Take a moment and think about a schedule for your nanny and kids. You may think it’s a relatively adult thing to consider. That’s true — your calendar rules when you work, when you schedule appointments, and when you squeeze in some downtime. You’re not the only one who needs a schedule, though. Even babies […]
Between the near-total shutdown of 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the highest inflation rates we’ve seen in decades, and the economy entering a downturn in the first quarter of 2022, companies across all industries have had to institute some incredible business efficiencies to adapt. From rethinking traditional workspaces and schedules to carefully evaluating investments […]
The time has come for you to redesign your home office, but how do you go about it? It can be challenging to picture the room differently after spending so much time in its current arrangement. So instead, think about concepts and tactics you’ve learned to increase your own productivity and try applying them to your […]
While dashboards are one of many methods, there are situations when a dashboard is still the best tool to assist in making the correct choices. Dashboards are associated with analytics. It moved us away from the early days of legacy reporting when IT was the only data specialist. But they also spawned a plethora of […]
Let’s face it — sometimes life can feel like a drag. Maybe a work project has got you down, or it’s hard to bring yourself to do mundane tasks like cleaning. Whatever the case may be, finding ways to help yourself stay focused and on-task is essential to staying productive. This may or may not […]
Halloween is coming up, and it’s one of the most fun holidays for kids all year. The expectation of candy, spooky aesthetics, and Halloween parties is a lot to live up to! The last thing you want is to give your children a disappointing holiday, so stay on top of potential activities! Here’s how you […]
