Insperity

AUGUST 9, 2022

When it comes to driving the success of your business, organizational culture is – without exaggeration – everything. It impacts the: Engagement and satisfaction of your workforce Cohesion and harmony among people Behavior of your people Leadership style in your organization, which has an effect on the relationships between managers and their direct reports Willingness of your organization to embrace change and evolve Innovation and creativity of your workplace.

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Wellable

AUGUST 3, 2022

A phenomenon that has led to some of the most profound changes in workplace history is known by many names – The Great Resignation, Reshuffle and Attrition, to list a few. Yet, the effect organizations are feeling is the same. Competition for talent is fierce, and retention is even harder. A study by McKinsey showed that 40% of employees are thinking about leaving their job in the next three to six months, consistent with the data from a Pew Research Center survey earlier this year.

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Spiceworks

AUGUST 22, 2022

As a senior executive or decision-maker, learn about ransomware at a high level from Ray Steen in this article. The post The Future of Ransomware Defense: A Primer for Business Leaders appeared first on Spiceworks.

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The Assistant Room

AUGUST 16, 2022

You've probably heard it before: your self esteem impacts every part of your life. The truth is, if you want to be successful at work, you need to feel confident in yourself and the value that you bring. Building self esteem isn't easy—but it is possible! The post How to Build your Self Esteem at Work first appeared on The Assistant Room.

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The Office Management Group

AUGUST 31, 2022

It’s been a while since I properly put fingertips to keyboard to write some new blogs, and there are a few reasons for that. most of all it was down to writer’s block! I had become somewhat fearful of doing another one as I began to find them rather challenging to continue being interesting, creative and relevant to our audience. It’s also been such a wildly crazy-busy time that I’ve had to prioritise so many other areas of the business.

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The Receptionist

AUGUST 29, 2022

If you want to take your customer service from okay to incredible, there’s only one way to do it, and that’s with empathy. Empathy is the key to your success. But what exactly is empathy, and how can you use it to improve your relationships with your customers? In this post, we’ll tackle the ABCs of empathy along with practical advice on how to use it effectively.

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Insperity

AUGUST 25, 2022

In a time where hybrid work is king, the Great Resignation continues to pull competitive talent in all directions and a recession clouds the market, great leadership remains a crucial element of business continuity and success. So, what makes a great leader? There are common answers that scratch the surface: Great leaders can be generally described as good communicators, strategic, motivational, authentic, easygoing and more.

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Jen Lawrence

AUGUST 25, 2022

No one – I mean, no one – likes writing out the same information in emails over and over again. Not only is it fundamentally a time waster, but if you’re anything like me, you’re also often trying to remember how you said it that one time when you were particularly thorough and eloquent. And then you spend about ten minutes looking for that specific email rather than just trying to recreate it.

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 24, 2022

Numerous studies done over the past decade have demonstrated that those who succeed at leadership have not only developed strong technical abilities, but they’ve worked on building their emotional competencies as well. In this latest instalment of my Leadership Espresso Shot series, I share two simple, but powerful steps based. Click to continue reading.

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Success

AUGUST 22, 2022

Life isn’t easy, but over thousands of years of human civilization, people across the world have developed philosophies and strategies to cope with the stressful times and to navigate the trials of daily life. Although most countries can boast a big-name philosopher or literary figure to turn to when a bit of life wisdom is needed, some of the most intuitive and effective daily happiness rituals have emerged from the cultures and people themselves.

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The Receptionist

AUGUST 23, 2022

When Licensed Counselor Kelly Elise Ulmer decided to open up her private practice Bloom Counseling and Nutrition during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, the timing was a tad unconventional. New, in-person workspaces weren’t exactly proliferating as many of us — including her colleagues in behavioral health — turned to remote work. But Kelly, who specializes in treating eating disorders and frequently co-occurring conditions like anxiety, depression, and OCD, felt that face-to-fac

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Insperity

AUGUST 23, 2022

When you think about “taking care of employees,” who first comes to mind? It’s likely the team members who take up the biggest percentage of your workforce, right? A perception exists in workplaces that programs targeting wellness, engagement or retention are designed specifically for individual contributors. But what about middle management? Your team leaders, supervisors and managers.

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All Work

AUGUST 18, 2022

Generation Z, the youngest working generation, is expected to make up 27% of the workforce by 2025. They are hyper-connected, digital natives, with access to a wealth of online knowledge on diverse working styles, office layouts, and workplace amenities. To attract Gen Z workers, Salma Siddiqi of AURA explores how and why companies must evolve to meet the needs of the growing workforce.

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Jen Lawrence

AUGUST 22, 2022

Automation got you overwhelmed? With all the technology today, it’s no wonder business owners are constantly struggling with where to start! You know you should automate “stuff” in your business, but most people either don’t know what automation really means or where the first palace to start is. I’m going to simplify this so you can easily understand how automation really works and how it can help you in your business.

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 10, 2022

It’s hard not to feel as though there’s a growing tide of divisiveness spreading across the world, splitting people into us vs. them camps on a variety of issues. Of course, those divisive issues found in various communities and countries inevitably spill into the workplace. So how can leaders ensure they’re closing the gap between those us and them groups within their workforce?

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Success

AUGUST 27, 2022

I often ask my clients, “If anything will get in your way, what will it be?” It’s an important question, especially during this time of year. Holidays can be both joyful and complicated. Expectations are high, and we can feel tangled and conflicted. We daydream things like, The holidays will be perfect! Our family will enjoy special times together! All my gifts will bring joy and excitement!

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The Receptionist

AUGUST 22, 2022

Looking for a way to improve your customer experience? Have you considered adding video to your customer-facing communication? Marketers have long since discovered the benefits of video for attracting and converting new customers. But video can also be used throughout your relationship with your customers, not just at the beginning. You can use video to build trust, convey your organization’s unique personality, and forge a human connection even if you’re not physically in the same

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Insperity

AUGUST 18, 2022

Does your company have a people strategy? Which is another way of asking: Are you focused enough on your company’s most valuable asset: your people ? If not you’re not sure, you might be falling behind in your efforts to procure and retain employees during the Great Resignation. Furthermore, your organization may not be achieving the performance and results that you expect.

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Great Place to Work

AUGUST 26, 2022

The founder of Thrive Global urges employers to publicly commit to mental health support and embrace ‘work-life integration.’. Arianna Huffington has championed well-being for many years through her bestselling books “ Thrive ” and “ The Sleep Revolution ,” and behavior technology company, Thrive Global , whose mission is to end the burnout epidemic.

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Jen Lawrence

AUGUST 18, 2022

Though often used interchangeably, efficiency and effectiveness are two different sides of accomplishing your goals. It’s vital to understand the difference and how these two sides play together to ensure you’re doing your best work and achieving your goals. Let’s start with some definitions. Efficiency is getting something done with the least amount of time, money, and effort during the process.

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 3, 2022

Most of us find it challenging to communicate with people whose styles and opinions are very different from our own. Learning to listen respectfully and attentively to coworkers and employees, regardless of the cultural or personality differences, is a critical skill that should be developed by anyone who is motivated. Click to continue reading.

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Success

AUGUST 21, 2022

“Think positive!”. “Look on the bright side!”. Sure—in a perfect world. You’ve heard all those mantras before, but welcome to the real world, where life is hard and stress makes it difficult to always whistle a happy tune. So how can you carry a positive attitude every day, at work and at home? How do you actually do it? We all know people who are unfailingly perky and optimistic, always looking at the world through rose-colored glasses.

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The Receptionist

AUGUST 15, 2022

What goes into a successful visitor check-in experience and what can you do to improve it? in this article, we’ll explore the most important things you can do to ensure that your visitors have a positive experience and develop a positive impression of your organization. 1. Set Up Your Office to Welcome Visitors Your check-in experience starts the moment that the door opens and the visitor walks in.

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Insperity

AUGUST 30, 2022

What should you look for in a professional employer organization (PEO) when it comes to service? If you’ve never used a PEO before, you need to know that the level of HR support, breadth of services offered and the delivery model for those services can vary widely among what seem to be very competitive providers. Our aim in this article is to help you recognize and understand these differences when you’re shopping for HR outsourcing services.

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All Work

AUGUST 8, 2022

The workplace is undergoing a significant post-pandemic transformation, but how will we describe this transformation in the future? Whether office-first or remote-first, organizations are recognizing that if their workplace investment doesn’t serve the needs of its people, then it’s a waste of money. Ryan Anderson of MillerKnoll explores the transformation of the workplace and why the processes associated with planning and managing spaces need to be fundamentally redesign.

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Jen Lawrence

AUGUST 15, 2022

For effective operations management, it’s prudent to review your workflows regularly. Routine reviews ensure that your processes, systems, and people management are aligned to current goals and environmental needs. All workflows are designed with the best, most well-informed intentions, but the real work ends up looking different than expected. Often, there are unforeseen circumstances that change the way things get done.

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 15, 2022

A business can grow in many ways but adopting some tried-and-true methods can expedite the process. The following are some of the seven best ways to grow your business: 1. Optimize tax refunds during business trips The type of business you do and where you do it might qualify you. Click to continue reading.

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Success

AUGUST 1, 2022

Nice people don’t always finish first. The more money at stake, the more cutthroat a business is likely to be. All the hedge fund managers in Greenwich, Connecticut, probably didn’t pay for their Ferraris by being nice to people. But what works on Wall Street—at least some of the time—is probably not going to work on Main Street. And Kansas-based Advisors Excel built its business the old-fashioned way—with honesty and care not only for its clients, but its employees, too.

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The Receptionist

AUGUST 8, 2022

In the past years, the idea of normal has been turned on its head. After staring down a global pandemic and scrambling to make a plan for some sort of normalcy, many organizations were forced to adopt a remote work model. Seemingly overnight, the business world transitioned from in-person to remote-first or remote-only. It was a rough shift for almost everyone.

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Productivityist

AUGUST 30, 2022

This week’s featured vault episode is with guest, Jill Blumenstock! Jill is a certified Yoga Teacher and Vedic Astrologer, and has seen firsthand the impact of tuning into your own natural rhythms. It’s a time guide that’s beyond just your horoscope; you learn how to best manage your time. In this episode, we uncover how to chart your astrological patterns, how to apply it to your daily life – and hear Jill’s live reading of me!

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Great Place to Work

AUGUST 9, 2022

How this young cohort of workers is looking to see if you’re investing in their growth. Gen Z workers are the latest generation of employees to mystify well-meaning managers. The demographic, defined as those born between 1997 and 2012, is steadily increasing its influence in the workplace as more and more young people join the labor force. These outspoken newcomers are at the forefront of rising activism in the workplace.

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Jen Lawrence

AUGUST 11, 2022

Too often, when someone doesn’t know how to do something, the advice given is “outsource it” or “delegate it.” This advice is intended to save leaders from taking on too much responsibility themselves or stop them from doing things their team could do instead. However, it’s important to pause and consider how learning to do something, especially technical skills, can better your business and you as a person. .

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 31, 2022

Technological advancements that provide essential conveniences for businesses are constantly evolving. These modern solutions help organizations worldwide to improve operations and enhance the quality of their products and services. Unfortunately, not all business leaders invest in technology for their establishments. Whether they prefer old-school practices, purchase the bare minimum (and.

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Success

AUGUST 21, 2022

Developing new hobbies and interests during the pandemic helped people pass the time and deal with the fear and uncertainty of being in lockdown. Many of us even bought new equipment to help us further explore our passions. Now that the world is reopening, others might be looking to sell items to help recoup their costs, which can mean a good deal on like-new or gently used items.

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Vantage Circle

AUGUST 21, 2022

Sales professionals' skills and productivity strongly impact an organization's ROI and reputation. So, hiring the right resources and managing sales talent is crucial to winning and retaining customers, thereby building a successful business model. The human resource team plays a significant role when it comes to hiring talent management. However, the responsibilities of HR leaders extend beyond these.

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TinyPulse

AUGUST 17, 2022

It's hard to know what No matter how many surveys you run, the results just aren’t revealing anything concrete about your company’s core issues. It might be time to take a closer look at the questions you're asking. Lucky for you we have 25 impactful survey question examples you can use to improve your employee surveys and start collecting the feedback you need to improve employee engagement.

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Great Place to Work

AUGUST 8, 2022

Edward Jones and PriceWaterhouseCoopers share how they are helping workers face the challenges of a changing economy. Economic inflation is a global problem in 2022. Research from McKinsey shows rising prices in the first half of 2022 far exceeded expectations, and the consequences are being felt by employees who are watching their buying power evaporate.

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