A business rarely follows a linear pattern. You’ll have days where the lobby feels like a ghost town and others where the same space looks like a sardine can. Supply, demand, and interest all fluctuate, and your business has to be prepared for the slow season and busy seasons. Luckily, most businesses can tell you […]
Just because April showers bring May flowers doesn’t mean you have to spend the whole month staring out a rainy window. Unless, of course, that’s your go-to springtime activity; and then, by all means, go for it. Rainy window enthusiasts aside (represent!), April is actually jam-packed with fun events, holidays, and springtime activities. The weather […]
Spring is one of the most anticipated times of the year. Even if you love the holiday season and the falling snow, endless nights of cold and darkness can get tiresome. Spring symbolizes fresh starts and new beginnings, which are always welcome, especially during crazy times such as these. A worthwhile goal to set this […]
Jam-packed schedules, picky eaters, and rising grocery prices can make it difficult to have nutritious meals every day. However, with a little planning, you can help make this arduous task a little easier. Not only will your family enjoy healthier meals, but you will also be teaching crucial life skills. Here are a few reasons […]
It is not uncommon for conflicts and disagreements to occur in a work environment, such as when people spend significant time together. The workplace can be a place where conflicts can arise because of a variety of reasons, including personality clashes, poor communication, tight deadlines, or cultural differences. Workplace conflict is becoming more prevalent. The […]
Trust is essential for a productive and thriving workplace. Employees do better when they have faith in the company and the leaders they work to support. Building confidence inside organizations comes primarily from more minor actions that build up over time. This increased faith leads to more employee collaboration, empowers decision-making, and increases loyalty to […]
It’s 2023, people! With all the new, energy-efficient technology out, it’s easier than ever to be ecologically conscious. That doesn’t mean you have to go out and buy an electric car tomorrow, though. There are many simple ways to help conserve energy, starting in your own home. All you need to start is some scheduling […]
Kids’ exercise is built into daily life at school. Running around at recess and playing outside after school are fun activities that also happen to be healthy. But as we age, those experiences become few and far between. We’re no longer hitting the playground midday or participating in sports on weekends. Most of us don’t […]
Spring break vacation is an amazing time to finally get away from it all and have a ton of fun. You can take the opportunity to travel to somewhere you’ve never been before and potentially have life-changing experiences. But a lot of planning goes into such a big trip, so it’s better to start your […]
A high-functioning team in 2023 looks a little different than it did in 2010. At that time, Malcolm Gladwell’s “Designs for Working” argued for open office spaces. Now, in 2023, nearly 26% of U.S. employees work remotely. Alone. At home. Well — maybe alone with their favorite four-legged friend. With evolving technology and work-from-home rates […]
