You know the drill. Click “join meeting,” watch the webcam flicker on, and hope the faces you’re staring at feel more enthusiastic than you. How is it that 87% of workers report wanting work-from-home flexibility yet most of us dread virtual meetings? And what’s the cost of boring meetings? Employee disengagement, lost productivity, and poor workplace satisfaction.…
Read MoreCase for a Four Day Work Week If you’ve ever felt trapped at your desk on a Friday, anxiously watching the clock until the weekend arrives, you’re not alone. The four-day work week is like a mythical land of increased productivity, reduced burnout, and better work-life balance. But what if this utopia could be a…
Read MoreID Theft and Mitigation of Risk With the widespread acceptance of the remote work environment, identity theft has become a greater concern than perhaps ever before. In spite of heightened levels of awareness and implementation of improved technologies aimed at prevention and protection, identity theft continues to increase at an alarming rate, putting both employees…
Read MoreWestmoreland Chamber of Commerce’s Inaugural Roundtable Sparks Insightful Dialogue on Regional Growth The Westmoreland Chamber of Commerce recently convened its inaugural Roundtable discussion for 2024, marking a significant milestone in fostering collaboration among diverse business leaders, board members, and stakeholders. The event aimed to facilitate an open exchange of concerns and ideas, not confined…
Read MoreThe Cost of Employee Turnover The Great Resignation touched a lot of employers not so long ago. As people reprioritized where and how they wanted to work, if their employers couldn’t meet their expectations, they simply left. This may not have seemed like a terrible thing for the employee. After all, they found places…
Read MoreAmping Up Productivity with the ‘Quiet Protocol’ Let’s face it, in this hyper-connected, always-on world, it’s tougher than ever to maintain focus and keep productivity levels high. We’re surrounded by ceaseless interruptions and noise, causing a disruptive ripple in our workflow. But there’s a silver lining, folks. Inc Magazine has spotlighted an ingenious strategy – the “Quiet Protocol.” Renowned…
Read MoreIgnite and Empower Your Team with Verbal Feedback Verbal feedback is a great way for bosses and team leaders to demonstrate their appreciation and encourage their employees. When used correctly, this kind of feedback not only boosts morale but also creates an atmosphere where employees feel valued, respected, and encouraged. If using words to affirm…
Read MoreUnlocking Reciprocity: How Gratitude Transforms Workplace Culture Where does gratitude fit in the workplace? If you ask Benjamin Laker, a leadership professor at the Henley Business School, he will tell you that organizations that lead with gratitude foster a very special brand of thankfulness-reciprocity. In an article written for Forbes, Laker describes reciprocity as an innate…
Read MoreWorking Moms Starting Home Based Businesses Staying at home with your little ones is a luxury that many moms desire, but they simply can’t afford. Fortunately, the internet, one of the best gifts of the century, has multiple business ideas and income opportunities that stay-at-home moms can exploit. Moreover, the growth of work from home…
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