You may have heard this one before. As you wait to interview for a new job, you hear the words, “The Director of First Impressions will be with you shortly.” Traditionally, job titles have served as a way to quickly express the nature of an individual’s work. However, companies have used more creative and grandiose […]
It’s no secret that artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing our lives and work. Automation, content generation, and insights provided by AI tools are already used to improve productivity. An analysis of Stanford and MIT researchers found that using AI tools like chatbots helps boost worker productivity by 14% at one tech company. In other words, […]
As your baby turns into a toddler and then your toddler nears kindergarten, it can evoke a lot of emotion. Bottles and diapers are replaced by skinned knees and adventures. It seems like overnight, your sweet baby looks like a full-on kid. You researched and found the best ways to keep your baby happy, healthy, […]
In the first half of 2023, Google began phasing out the Reminders feature of Google Calendar and Google Assistant. Google also incorporated some Reminders functionality into Google Tasks. Users can now use Google Calendar and Google Assistant to create Tasks instead of Reminders. Tasks can be set up to include notifications (similar to Reminders) that […]
Having a scheduling system, like a virtual calendar, can be great for productivity. You can be more organized and on-task with a functioning online calendar like Google’s. However, this software app has so many features that you might not know about some. Here are eight Google Calendar hacks you might not be aware of but […]
Summer has arrived, and with it comes scorching temperatures. Despite the fact that some people enjoy the heat, others find it unbearable. Additionally, studies show that workplace productivity drops by 20 percent between June and August. If you’re not fond of the dog days of summer, you can use your calendar to help. When you […]
July is here, and with it comes lots of sun for summer fun. For many Americans, July is peak summer, and people are looking for things to do. Thankfully the United States is full of exciting places, people, and events to enjoy. So whether you’re looking for a big party to crash or a quiet […]
In an effort to attract and retain workers, employers offer nontraditional perks across various industries. It is not uncommon for companies to implement summer office hours, such as Fridays off or reduced work hours, in order to give their employees a break. The history of Summer Fridays isn’t clear. However, some sources say it began […]
Remote work is incredibly popular these days, with more and more people seeking remote work opportunities. Remote work opportunities can be unparalleled when living a flexible, individualistic lifestyle. However, this emphasis on individuality and flexibility can come at the cost of team cohesion. It can be difficult to ensure your team is bonding and working […]
There’s no denying that our memories sometimes falter in our fast-paced, information-overloaded world. Almost everyone has forgotten something significant or misplaced items like their keys. According to a study done on behalf of Natrol’s Cognium® Focus, the average person forgets something about six times a week, which equates to 332 forgetful moments a year. Additionally, […]
