It’s no secret the past couple of years haven’t been the easiest. With the pandemic and social distancing mandates, life has been challenging. But even as we’ve struggled, the Earth has continued to move forward. Planets still rotate, the sun sets, and the Moon rises. However, some of the most astronomical events have occurred in […]
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Many of us have become used to working remotely and balancing work and personal life. Companies are focused on returning employees to work and many have worked through the challenges of the remote “era.” Some companies have taken an approach of “okay, we went easy on you during covid — but now it’s time to get […]
Now that we’re in June, summer has officially arrived — and it’s moving faster than anyone can imagine. So have you accomplished your toughest summer goals? I know summer is a popular time to chill and hang out — whether by the pool, the beach, or attending concerts with friends. But, unfortunately, summer isn’t about […]
To be successful with your online community, you need to make sure your audience knows you and what you stand for. Brand identity is great, but clear brand identity is vital in most markets nowadays. Gray areas leave members unclear where a brand stands and create doubt, so make sure yours is distinct and original […]
The demand for flexible work schedules is on the rise. Almost 80% of the workers in the U.S. would prefer a job offering a flexible work schedule over one without. As a consequence, this results in employers starting to accommodate this request. So, why are so many people expecting flex schedules? Well, flexible […]
No matter what industry you’re in, customers want quick responses when they contact you with complaints. Customer service agents similarly want to resolve issues on the first try. First contact resolution (FCR) is a metric that plays a crucial role in whether your customers keep coming back. It also affects whether they refer you to […]
Being a freelance worker has many benefits. Freelancers often love what they do and are more engaged in their work because they are passionate about it. In recent years freelance work has allowed more and more people to pursue their dreams in place of a more traditional 9-5 job. Freelancing is a hard gig, but […]
Is there anything more refreshing than taking a dip in a pool on a sweltering summer day? In my opinion, probably not. It’s not just about cooling off in the heat, though. You seriously can’t beat a summer pool party with friends and family. So it doesn’t matter whether you’re throwing a birthday party, celebrating […]
The last thing anyone wants is to waste time on tasks that don’t provide any value. This is particularly the case if you are unsure which of those tasks actually produces results. After all, time is too precious to waste on useless tasks. And, this is especially true when it comes to social media. After […]
Everyone at some point sees a garage sale flier and takes interest, only to forget about it minutes later. With so much going on in your life, these little bargains are easy to miss. The same goes for any kind of sale, really — thrift stores, clothing brands, bake sales, etc. Whenever you come across […]