If you must have a meeting and it only needs to be about ten minutes, don’t get everyone together — utilize video conferencing rather than meeting in person or voice alone. In this way, your on-site employees and the remote team can quickly get the information needed in a timely manner. More than half of […]
A degree is a powerful tool for your career. It represents cutting-edge academic training. It also serves as a certificate to earn the attention of recruiters. However, many other talents, experiences, and abilities are just as critical to living life as possessing a college education. Here are several essential life skills you want to have […]
Although this may seem like a modern concept, “work-life balance” was popularized in the 1970s and 80s. The idea? Stressed baby boomers were attempting to balance work, family, and other things. However, due to shifting generational experiences, HR leaders have reevaluated the term. According to Forbes, Gen X is big on balance, […]
Part of the fun of a vacation is to explore places and sights unseen, to learn about new locations and cultures. It’s not always about the destination, but what you do when you get there. But here is a checklist of items to cross off during your next vacation. Make Your List and Check off […]
The media, journalists, and the public are prone to oversimplification. And hackers are no exception. Hackers get a bad rap in movies and TV shows. Their reputation is often that of a shadowy, secretive, or marginal group. Here’s how people make hacking a legit career choice. Possibly it’s the evil genius who can quickly break […]
Learning how to facilitate and participate in impactful virtual and hybrid meetings will be one of the most significant competitive advantages you can give yourself in this new world of work. Why? A concerning (but not unsurprising stat): We have 250% more meetings every day than we did before the pandemic, per a Microsoft study. […]
It’s the little things that keep your home together. I know. That sounds hyperbolic. However, by repairing that leaky faucet, cleaning your gutters, and weatherstripping your windows, you can prevent more significant problems, such as severe water damage. Simple maintenance, beyond checking that everything works, can also extend the life of your appliances and systems […]
Sporting events have the unique ability to inspire generations and bring us together for fun and exciting experiences. However, if you’re not a rabid sports fan but more of a casual watcher, it might be easy to miss out on some of the most significant events of the year. As a result, you might miss […]
We all have those days when we don’t feel like doing anything. Mentally and physically, we are exhausted. It’s tough getting out of bed in the morning. And, it’s a challenge just to get out of bed, let alone seize the day. As much as we wish we could stay in bed all day, we […]
Every person fails at some point in their life. And, it’s undoubtedly one of the scariest parts of starting your own business. Though, that concern is valid. After all, it’s long been reported that an astounding 90% of startups fail. Moreover, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), approximately 20% of new businesses […]
