Insperity
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
What began in late 2020 as a spate of post-pandemic turnover has quickly accelerated into a much larger and widespread phenomenon: what everyone now commonly refers to as The Great Resignation. These conditions have persisted for a few years now, and affect all industries and job categories. So what is going on? And how do you best protect your business.
Jen Lawrence
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Are you stuck in an unfruitful networking cycle? Attend a networking event. Exchange information with a bunch of people. Gain a bunch of social media followers. Never connect with those followers. Feel like something is missing. Sign up for another networking event… and the cycle starts over. Imagine how different this would look and feel if you set goals before attending the event.
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The Receptionist
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
When visitors arrive at your business, are they greeted with smiles or frustration? Your visitor check-in process can set the tone for not only the meeting but also for the way that your visitor feels about your organization. To guarantee a positive sentiment, you must completely manage the visitor’s experience, from arrival to departure. In this post, we’ll look at common mistakes that organizations make during the visitor check-in process.
Tanveer Naseer
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
If there’s one thing leaders everywhere want to avoid it’s conflict in the workplace. Not only is workplace conflict counterproductive and stressful, but it makes everyone feel uncomfortable. But what if the problem is not with conflict itself, but with how we mismanage conflict? That’s the perspective of conflict expert. Click to continue reading. If there’s one thing leaders everywhere want to avoid it’s conflict in the workplace.
All Work
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
Gen Z believes in making the world a better place. How does this translate to the work environment? In the workplace, they expect flexibility and transparency, with flexible spaces and work zones that enable that all-important autonomy. RSP’s Kelsey Sullivan explains how designing offices and policies for Gen Z will positively impact workers of every generation.
Jen Lawrence
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
Networking events can be intimidating, exhausting, and somewhat frustrating – just by pure nature. However, all of these feelings are exasperated if you don’t seem to get what you need out of the event. The three simple tips below will help you network better so you can build your contacts list and better relationships. Speaking of…. Build Relationships – not Leads.
Success
SEPTEMBER 4, 2022
I grew up in a wonderful, loving, positive family. I don’t ever recall my parents criticizing anyone—it just wasn’t allowed. So you can imagine the transition I had to make when I got out on my own and began to receive the stinging criticisms of those I was leading. In fact, one of the most difficult emotional hurdles I faced was in handling criticism.
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All Work
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
Finding time in the day to exercise can be a struggle; riding a bike while you work keeps your body moving and your mind from feeling sluggish. . The bike’s 300-pound weight limit makes it an option for heavier people to use. . Lesley’s overall assessment of the bike is positive with high ratings for comfort, noise and assembly, but minor critiques about the desktop and cupholder. .
Great Place to Work
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Numbers can reveal opportunities to ensure every employee has the opportunity to succeed. Business leaders have been touting their commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging for years — but what’s really changed? After the murder of George Floyd in May of 2020, many business leaders made promises to make meaningful change for underrepresented communities.
Success
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Need a creativity boost, looking for advice on creative problem-solving or considering a new path in life? Take a look at this list of 10 books on all things creative: 1. Creative Acts for Curious People: How to Think, Create, and Lead in Unconventional Ways. By Sarah Stein Greenberg. All problems require solutions, and Creative Acts for Curious People is here to help you learn how to find them.
Tanveer Naseer
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
If you look back to the types of business found in the early twentieth century, you will see businesses that appear almost completely different to those of today. This is because progress and development have grown the world in such a way that, within the span of a hundred years, Click to continue reading.
All Work
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
The concept of identifying the factors that bring buildings and humans closer together is still fairly new, but PLASTARC’s founder wants to make this the norm. . Creating a dedicated space that nurtures innovation, creativity and the overall employee experience drives feelings of loyalty and initiative. . Sitting down with Allwork.Space’s Future of Work Podcast , Melissa Marsh explains what it actually means to create the ideal workspace for occupants, how humans are innately connected to their
Vantage Circle
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
As an HR professional, you must have come across the term “Workplace Inclusivity.” The term isn’t a fad or trend that organizations may consider incorporating. It is a vital concept that must foster in every workplace. Inclusivity is inherently associated with broadening the dialogue to embrace people who practice different faiths.
Success
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Transcendental Meditation (TM) offers similar health and well-being benefits as other forms of meditation. It helps reduce anxiety, increase mindfulness and manage insomnia, among other benefits. Developed from earlier, traditional meditation techniques in India, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi popularized the method beginning in the 1950s. Today, TM has millions of adherents worldwide, including creative influencers such as Tom Hanks, Lykke Li, Tim Ferris, David Banner, Ramani Ayer, Russell Brand and dir
TinyPulse
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Although the pandemic may have accelerated the transition to remote work, it will continue to grow. Organizations that embrace this and strategize to get the most out of their dispersed teams will have a leg up on those that treat remote workers the same as in-office employees. If you want to start strategizing or build upon remote team member initiatives already in place, keep reading.
Go Burrows
SEPTEMBER 4, 2022
Dr. Sharon Grossman helps high achievers crack the code of their burnout so they can find tailored solutions for recovery. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast , Dr. Sharon walks us through the why we burnout, how to fight it, and how assistants can lead by example to help their executive’s resist burnout. I hope you enjoy our conversation!
Vantage Circle
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Friday marks the beginning of the weekend, the day employees anticipate the most after a long week. So much so that the last working day is now referred to as "Friyay" as a mark of celebration. This is where Casual Friday comes into the picture. Introducing the concept of Casual Friday will be the ideal way to kick off your employees’ weekend.
Success
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
The quality of our lives is determined by the choices we make: which career path we take, which partner we choose, the lifestyle we embrace. Just as you have the responsibility and the power to make choices about your wardrobe, your relationships or the car you drive, you have the same responsibility and power to choose your attitude and approach to life.
Eat Your Career
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Your communication skills (or lack thereof) play a big part in how others perceive you in the workplace. Unfortunately, many professionals fall into bad communication habits—and they often don’t even realize it! These bad habits can damage your reputation, harm your relationships, and limit your effectiveness. If you want to be a high-performer, communication mastery is a must!
Ruby
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
The average person says hello 27 times a day. The (not so) average virtual receptionist does it 250 times a day. And if you’re a (definitely not) average pop superstar, you say it 9 times in 5 minutes and break records worldwide. Whoever you are—average or not—we all spend a significant portion of our lives greeting one another. And like a lot of things in life, we do it absent-mindedly.
Productivityist
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
In this episode, I am joined by Katie Stoddard. Katie is an award-winning international coach whose mission is to support entrepreneurs, founders and executives world-wide to reach higher levels of performance. She is the person behind The Focus Bee. She hosts a super informative podcast, The Focus Bee Show and is the writer behind The Focus Bee Blog.
Success
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
According to the World Health Organization , “People who are insufficiently active have a 20% to 30% increased risk of death compared to people who are sufficiently active.” Additionally, a 2021 study published in PLOS ONE found that obese adults spent about $1,800 more in medical bills than the average person, which accounted to over $170 billion annually in the U.S.
Ask a Manager
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
This post, my male colleagues wait for me to set up all our meetings (even meetings I’m not in) , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I am a senior manager at a nonprofit. I am also female. I do not have an assistant. Increasingly I have noticed that my male colleagues at other organizations or divisions, equal to me in stature (and even people I consider close friends), are deferring to me to schedule meetings for them.
Ruby
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
Looking for something? A reputable contractor? Hiking boots? Cat cafes in your area? Whatever it is, you’re in luck—the power of modern search engines allows us to find whatever we need in just a few clicks (or taps, or shouts at your AI assistant). However, with so many options available, it’s only natural that not every website will be on the level.
Minding the Workplace
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
On this Labor Day 2022, the world of work is certainly calling for our attention. Among other things, we’re seeing: A sharp uptick in labor union organizing, led by workers at Starbucks locations across the country, as labor studies professor John Logan explains in The American Commentator ; A sudden outpouring of talk about “quiet quitting,” or doing the bare minimum at one’s job, as explored by James Tapper in The Guardian ; A potentially permanent, significant shift to
Success
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
In a cancel culture climate, it can take only one error to bring your company down. This week, political consultant and author Wesley Donehue talks with Tristan Ahumada about his efforts to save SeaWorld, how to prepare for and, if necessary, create a strategy to bounce back from damaging accusations. Donehue’s new book, Under Fire: 13 Rules for Surviving Cancel Culture and Other Crises , utilizes his work in political and corporate brand reputation to provide guardrails to prevent or mitigate a
Ask a Manager
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
This post, how can managers spot people who are working two full-time jobs at once? , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I read your column about an employer who found out their new hire was working two jobs at once. This is becoming surprisingly common, with some people working as many as four jobs at once. We have been burned by this several times, costing us key partnerships and customers due to lack of performance.
Ruby
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Outsourcing marketing, accounting, or receptionist positions can save your roofing company time and money. Editor’s note: This article was originally published on rooferscoffeeshop.com Having a well-rounded staff of full-time employees for every position can be nice, but it can be pricey for smaller businesses as well as time-consuming when searching for the right job candidate.
Vantage Circle
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Halloween is right at your doorstep with its eerie and mysterious vibes. It is now time to fend off evils not only from your mind but from the workplace too, with spooky decorations and themed costumes. Alongside traditional Halloween celebrations in the workplace , you can also add another unique way of celebrating. The idea of Halloween trivia questions at work can be your additional layer to the festivities.
Success
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Q : I’m an entrepreneur. Lately, I don’t feel inspired to manage anything beyond my must-do list. How can I reignite my inspiration? A : Earlier this year, I planned a spontaneous trip to Sedona, Arizona, with two women I’m blessed to call peers and dear friends. We each packed a small bag filled with soft, comfortable clothing—not one makeup brush or high heel in sight.
Ask a Manager
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
This post, fantasy football offensiveness, asking about my boss’s personal situation, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. Offensiveness in the fantasy football league. I need to gauge if I’m overreacting. It’s fantasy football season, and as an HR professional I’m studiously ignoring the emails about joining “work” leagues (due to gambling being illegal).
Success
SEPTEMBER 5, 2022
It was just back pain. That’s what Boston Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester kept telling himself. When you throw like a 25-year-old left-hander does, muscles are often sore—but the pain wouldn’t go away. Lester went to see doctors and heard words he never expected: He had cancer. It wasn’t just any form of the disease, but a rare form of blood cancer known as anaplastic large-cell lymphoma.
Success
SEPTEMBER 3, 2022
Your most important relationship as an entrepreneur isn’t with your investors, your partner, your customers or your spouse—it’s with time. I have three kids, a media company to run, a daily radio show, a new TV show and an entrepreneur husband with three restaurants. I don’t have any time, but I do have a powerful relationship with time. It wasn’t always that way.
Success
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
The clock says it’s 12:01 a.m. on Sunday—the beginning of a journey. I switch off my phone and stash it out of sight. I let my Kindle and laptop die. I watch each of the wireless router lights hesitate before fading to black. Admittedly, I’m excited. This isn’t the first time I’ve considered unplugging. And I’ve come prepared: Red wine, Sudoku, a 2,000-piece puzzle and a journal to record what I hope will be a week filled with pensive thought and deep revelation—seven days without TV, Internet,
Success
SEPTEMBER 3, 2022
Many people are talking about the likelihood of a recession, and according to some metrics, we may already be in one. For anyone who lived through the fear and uncertainty of the 2008 financial crisis, hearing ‘recession’ from news anchors and pundits can bring up anxiety and fear. Although it may be some time before we’re officially declared to be in a recession, preparing mentally and financially may ease any fears you’re facing.
Success
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Sabbaticals are as old as the Bible. And, for many sectors, they are as rare as the miracles described in the Old Testament. The idea of a sabbatical is found in Leviticus, who stated that in the seventh year, “the land is to have a year of rest.” Deuteronomy took this idea further and proclaimed that every seven years, all debts shall be forgiven. Yet here we are in 2022, with loads of debts and little rest.
Ask a Manager
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
This post, open thread – September 9-10, 2022 , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on any work-related questions that you want to talk about (that includes school). If you want an answer from me, emailing me is still your best bet*, but this is a chance to take your questions to other readers. * If you submitted a question to me recently, please do not repost it h
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