Insperity
OCTOBER 12, 2021
In a tight recruiting economy, the pressure is on employers and their HR teams to hire the right people and engage them in their organizational culture. Using personality tests in the workplace can often address both of these needs. As a hiring tool, assessments may help you select better candidates and positively affect your bottom line by reducing turnover.
Wellable
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Whether you’re exploring wellness programs for the first time or are a seasoned veteran looking for something different, choosing a new employee wellness platform can be a daunting task.
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The Assistant Room
OCTOBER 10, 2021
In a recent survey we opened to Personal and Executive Assistants around the world, over 2000 business support professionals answered 'As a PA/EA, what are some common misconceptions that you have either heard of or experienced from others regarding your role?' The answers did not surprise or shock us.and not in a positive way. The post The Truth About the PA Industry first appeared on The Assistant Room.
Tanveer Naseer
OCTOBER 13, 2021
In 1973, Kodak hired engineering graduate Steven Sasson to work on figuring out whether a device the company had invented a few years prior had any practical benefits. Two years later, at the age of 24, Sasson’s experiments lead him to invent the world’s first digital camera. Sasson ran a. Click to continue reading.
Insperity
OCTOBER 14, 2021
You probably know that a professional employer organization (PEO) can help you with benefits and payroll. But that’s not all it has to offer. Many PEOs offer several services that can be just as, if not more, beneficial to your employees and organization. Below are five little-known PEO services to consider before you choose a company. 1. Compensation services.
Wellable
OCTOBER 13, 2021
When it comes to improving the health and wellness of employees, the common approach appears to be that weight loss is an unquestionably good place to start. This is unsurprising given that 74% of US adults are overweight. Since higher weight levels have been associated with a variety of negative health outcomes, it makes sense to think that, by encouraging employees to lose weight, the overall wellness of one’s workforce will improve.
Success
OCTOBER 13, 2021
We often credit Henry Ford as the benevolent figure behind the five-day workweek. In 1926, Ford Motor Company became one of the first businesses in America to institute that standard for its workers. But the events leading up to that concession stretched back some 40 years. On May 3, 1886, a large group of workers gathered at Chicago’s Haymarket Square to support a strike for the eight-hour workday.
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Go Burrows
OCTOBER 10, 2021
Nick Ginsburg is a passionate and innovative Executive Assistant and mental health advocate. By day he is the Executive Assistant to the Provost and Senior Vice-President at Monash University and by night he is the host of The Open Drive Podcast and Founder of The Collective, a judgment-free community for administrative professionals worldwide. Nick and I talk about authenticity, building and cultivating a community, and more!
Quantum Workplace
OCTOBER 14, 2021
The ever-changing work environment of 2021 has left leaders wondering what to prioritize as they navigate uncertain business conditions and adapt to evolving employee needs. With this high rate of change, safeguarding the employee experience has been difficult. This disruption has prompted leaders to focus on what matters most to actively engage and retain their top talent.
Success
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Happiness is a tricky thing to master. After all, the joy we feel can be replaced by emotions that grip us even tighter, like fear, uncertainty, anger and doubt. In this episode of Brilliant Thoughts , SUCCESS People Editor Tristan Ahumada talks to Jenn Lim about true, lasting happiness. Lim is the co-founder and CEO of Delivering Happiness , a coaching company for businesses, governments and health care systems.
Productivityist
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Pamela Slim uncovers how to connect with potential clients and customers using the true breadth of the marketplace. Pamela Slim is an author, community builder, consultant and former corporate director of training and development at Barclays Global Investors. Since 2005, Pam has advised thousands of entrepreneurs as well as companies serving the small business market such as Infusionsoft, Progressive Insurance and Prezi.
Go Burrows
OCTOBER 12, 2021
What does it take to land a job with Oprah Winfrey? Libby Moore was lucky enough to realize her dreams and work side-by-side as Oprah’s chief of staff for years. But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. Libby had a decade-spanning career as an assistant to Maury Povich, Jane Wenner at Rolling Stone, and, of course, Oprah. These days she encourages others to unlock their self-worth and reach their full potential.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 14, 2021
This post, when the red flags are even more ominous than you know… , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. In 2014, I received this letter. I get more mail than I can answer, and this one didn’t end up getting published. But read on, because there’s a twist coming. After following your cover letter and resume advice, I landed an interview for a position I would love to have.
Success
OCTOBER 12, 2021
However big (or small) your platform is, you’ll get so much more out of it if you use it to do good in the world. Sadie Robertson Huff became an accidental influencer before the term was even in common use. Between 2012 and 2017, she starred in her family’s reality show Duck Dynasty , about their family duck hunting business. Since then, Sadie has claimed the spotlight in her own name, occasionally in a literal sense: She came second on Dancing With the Stars in 2014.
Vantage Circle
OCTOBER 14, 2021
Starting a new job can be exciting but nerve-wracking at the same time: new colleagues, new culture, and a whole new level of responsibilities. New hires need a little extra help along the way to get settled in their new roles—something like a buddy system at work. The buddy system is a method of training that many people still use today. As a child, you were probably assigned a buddy or a student mentor at school.
Ruby
OCTOBER 13, 2021
#WOCinTech Chat licensed under CC BY 2.0 In recent years, sales teams across the business spectrum have shifted toward a needs-based approach. But what is needs-based selling, exactly? And more importantly, does your business need it? (Sorry, couldn’t help it.) The short answer is yes. Needs-based selling results in more wins for your team by addressing the specific needs of each potential customer —something that larger businesses, perhaps including your competitors, often struggle with.
Workplace Psychology
OCTOBER 10, 2021
As an internal consultant and a member of an internal consulting team (although “internal consultant” or “internal consulting” is not in our “official” job titles), my colleagues and I are often called on to lead, support, and offer coaching, consultation, or facilitation services on wide-ranging areas, projects, and initiatives including culture, change management, conflict management, leadership development, organizational development, learning & develop
Success
OCTOBER 13, 2021
I was so fired up by this week’s conversation on SUCCESS Line. I talk to Mehdi, an ambitious young entrepreneur living in Iran. He has long dreamed of becoming an entrepreneur and recently quit his job in order to go all in on his new business. He has a business idea, and he has a business partner. So now, how does he actually sell the product? How do you get prospective buyers to see the value in your product, especially when it’s costly?
Vantage Circle
OCTOBER 14, 2021
As new trends and dynamics emerge, companies must adapt to these changing standards. But, to understand what you are missing out on, you must conduct a gap analysis as soon as possible. New developments are part of evolving work culture. However, what suits best for a smoother workflow needs to be acknowledged in time. But the major roadblock is that we have very little knowledge about the things we need to focus on.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 12, 2021
This post, another manager complained about my employee, resigning before you’re fired, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. Another manager complained about my employee. I work for a small company and we have a part-time student employee who reports to me. About a week ago, another manager came to me and politely asked if she could “borrow” my staff member for a small project and I agreed.
Success
OCTOBER 11, 2021
You hear investing advice about how to time the market or make big gains before an inevitable market drop, but that information isn’t usually beneficial to the average long-term investor. You want to do what’s right, but with so much contradictory advice coming at you, you might be making decisions out of fear instead of level-headed thought. One way to mitigate this volatility is to focus on investing consistently over time, no matter what highs or lows the market experiences.
Success
OCTOBER 14, 2021
You need problem-solving skills to succeed in work and in life. Whether you are an entrepreneur or an employee with an entrepreneurial approach, solid decision-making is paramount. We recommend each of these books to hone your problem-solving skills and level up in business and life. Cracked it!: How to Solve Big Problems and Sell Solutions Like Top Strategy Consultants.
Success
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Standing out from the competition is a constant endeavor. Decisions regarding business hours, marketing automation, or ordering and finance all attempt to gain a tactical edge over our competitors. But what are your strategic competitive advantages? And how can you develop yours? Here, we will look at seven. And although they address best business practices, they can apply to other aspects of your life too.
Success
OCTOBER 10, 2021
In the early years of our marriage, the holidays used to throw a wrench in our financial plans. We’d spend the majority of the year being diligent budgeters and ignoring our desires to take lavish vacations, spend heavily on meals or buy the newest gadget. And then November would roll around. Once the holiday-themed marketing campaigns started, we would be bombarded with messages that we needed more stuff and the fact that we already had one didn’t matter.
Success
OCTOBER 9, 2021
Problem-solving is hard. Resolving complex issues is certainly too complicated to be automated with software tools. You’re better than a robot, of course. But you’ve already done the heavy lifting. You’ve established a plan. You’ve set the criteria. And you’ve sourced the necessary data. All that work requires a savvy mind. That’s the hard part. The smart part.
Vantage Circle
OCTOBER 13, 2021
Job openings are at an all-time high, and employees are quitting in record numbers. In a pandemic-influenced economy, it can be tough to keep engagement and productivity high. That's why transparency in the workplace is more important than ever. Right now, employees feel uncertain about their job security and their future. They're scared about the impacts of the pandemic, business closures, and economic factors.
Vantage Circle
OCTOBER 12, 2021
When delivered in a thoughtful and empathetic manner, employee feedback has the power to enhance the relationship between you and your people. But, given that you're searching for "positive feedback examples," I'm guessing you already are aware of that. In layman's terms, positive feedback is the process through which one person recognizes and appreciates another person's accomplishments.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 11, 2021
This post, employer says candidates must accept the job if it’s offered , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I recently was referred to a job posting by a friend in my industry. While I am happily employed, it was definitely something I would consider. However, the posting ended with the line, “It is understood that any candidate applying for a full-time position will accept employment.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 11, 2021
This post, my manager talks about religion daily, my boss makes a huge profit on my work, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. My boss talks about religion every day. I am currently one month into my new job and am so far excited about the possibilities of the position.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 10, 2021
This post, company wants our baby photos, getting away from a boss who’s yelling, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. My employee submitted an over-the-top, glowing self-assessment that doesn’t match up with his work. I’m in the process of doing annual performance reviews for my direct reports and I’ve run into a situation I haven’t faced before.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 13, 2021
This post, our head of security took upskirt photos of an intern , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: Curious to hear your take on a situation that came up a long time ago at a previous workplace. Shortly out of college, I got a job working for a nonprofit cultural institution that had a fair share of unpaid interns working across the organization.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 13, 2021
This post, boss says we can’t share our lunches, employee fell for a scam, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go…. 1. Our boss told us we can’t share lunches with each other. I have been having lunch with some of my coworkers for over four years. Sometimes we bring food and share it among us.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 12, 2021
This post, what do I do about work if my kids are sent home to quarantine? , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: After most of us being remote since March 2020 due to Covid, my office is now bringing everyone back a minimum of three days a week, with a clear preference for us to be there more than that. But I have two school-aged kids and every time they have a potential Covid exposure at school, they’ll be sent home for two weeks.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 14, 2021
This post, update: how much of a red flag is it if a job candidate was fired twice previously? , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. Remember the letter-writer asked about a job candidate who had been fired twice previously ? Here’s the update. I wrote in about six months about a job candidate who was fired twice previously, and my uncertainty about whether to move them forward in the process.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 14, 2021
This post, my friend’s work problems are stressing me out, I got accused of trash-talking a former job, and more , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s four answers to four questions. Here we go…. 1. My friend’s work problems are making me anxious. I have a friend who can’t seem to hold down a job for very long before becoming very frustrated with it.
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 15, 2021
This post, it’s your Friday good news , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. It’s your Friday good news! 1. “I emailed you a few weeks ago asking for advice after I was told that I would never be promoted again even though I had just received a great 1-year review and a promotion. (Note from Alison: this exchange was unpublished.).
Ask a Manager
OCTOBER 11, 2021
This post, my employee keeps changing her appearance during the work day , was originally published by Alison Green on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I am hoping to get some advice on a situation I am having with one of my employees. Michelle has worked here for almost a year. This is her first job after college and her second job ever. There are no issues with the quality of her work.
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