Even before COVID-19 put remote work in the spotlight, numerous studies highlighted its benefits. For years, flexible work arrangements have been able to improve the morale and health of employees. As a consequence, they’re more productive. What’s more, for businesses, remote work can attract and retain talent and reduce the cost associated with real estate […]
According to the CDC, “productivity losses related to personal and family health problems cost U.S. employers $1,685 per employee per year.” Considering that we’re all human beings who are susceptible to some sort of illness, whether if it’s the flu, COVID-19, or cancer, this should undoubtedly be on the top of your mind. But what […]
Several factors can influence the success of your business. But, from my experience, none are more important than having a collaborative team. A study from the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) found, “those high-performance organizations are up to 5.5x more likely than lower-performers to incentivize individual, team, and leader effectiveness in collaboration.” Here is how […]
For most people, 10 p.m. seems like a good time to start their bedtime routine. They’ll set goals for the next day, drink some water, brush their teeth, turn out the lights, and go to sleep. For others, 10 p.m. is the perfect time to get things done. They stay up late, cranking out work […]
Like so many other entrepreneurs, I have a million different thoughts and ideas. And, while it would be great to chase as many of them as possible, the truth is that’s just not possible. Even if I were excited about a new business venture or hobby, that shiny object begins to fade. In other words, […]
Although many people enjoy it, “working out” is just that: work. It’s easy to skip out on exercise in the morning or after a long day at the office. Employers know that. They also know, however, that healthy employees are good for business. A Leeds Metropolitan University study found that on days participants visited the […]
When you interview for a job, it has been the trend for quite some time, to be asked about your biggest weakness. “I’m a perfectionist”: It’s every candidate’s favorite answer to the “Tell us about your biggest weakness” portion of the interview? Why is that uneducated and silly answer so popular? Because most people don’t […]
“If you want to change the world, start by making your bed,” Navy SEALs Admiral William McRaven recommends. If you wake up and make your bed first thing in the morning, McRaven explains, you’ve accomplished the primary task of the day. That sense of achievement will propel you to tackle even more difficult ones as […]
Do you feel like no matter how much time you have, you never get enough done? It might not be your work life that’s the issue; it could be what’s happening at home. Here are six at-home bad habits that could be killing your work productivity. Clutter and chaos at home can bleed into the […]
Business management software and team software are advancing at an incredible rate. And, as a business owner or leader, your business technology and savvy must advance, too. This technological development includes productivity software that can help optimize your business and guide your work teams. Changing Work Environments Now, more than ever, it’s critical that companies […]
