Every time you turn around, your kids are staring at a smartphone or screen. Of course, they like playing video games, texting with friends, watching television, and surfing the internet on the computer. But that can become much lost time without interacting or participating in physical activity. There are ways to reduce your children’s screen […]
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Quality employee onboarding is one of the most important things you can do for your business. You want your new hires to feel welcome and wanted as soon as they walk in. You need to give them an excellent first impression of your business and show that they matter. For many new employees, it’s essential […]
Henry Ford’s five-day work week was seen in 1926 as a revolution when it gave his employees Saturdays off. How gracious of him, right? And a short time later, in 1932, the five-day week was officially codified for all workers in the United States. But, after a century of Ford’s “radical” l idea, is the […]
What’s one of the biggest concerns for the 61.8 percent of 2021 high school graduates enrolled in colleges or universities? Adjusting to college life and time management while in college. A college schedule is not as rigid as a high school schedule. In high school, administrators plan nearly every moment of every day. Sure, it’s […]
Whenever marketers talk about marketing, there’s a phrase they like to throw out. And that phrase is “content is king.” It’s believed that Bill Gates coined the phrase back in 1996. And, it turns out, he was right. When you consistently create valuable content, it builds meaningful relationships with your audience. It also improves brand […]
You may ask whether face-to-face or in-person meetings are still vital in today’s digital era of communication. Yes, they are; let’s see why. Despite technological advancements, many firms still prefer face-to-face meetings because they allow for more effective communication, the development of solid connections, and increased participation. Learning how to hold an effective face-to-face meeting […]
Working from home has its own set of challenges as many employees are working remotely for the first time. Getting the hang of everything, especially productivity — takes a bit of time, and remote team managers should commit themselves to providing as much information and guidance to their teams as the onboarding process starts to […]
Online and offline, first impressions matter a lot. However, due to how much power customers now have, online reputation is more critical than ever. What’s more, in an era where online reviews are ubiquitous, and anyone can Google your or your business in seconds, it might seem impossible to manage your reputation. At the same […]
The creative process can be disorganized and difficult to predict. Content creators who struggle to maintain balance should assemble a production schedule to help. Content creation takes a lot of time. This is true whether you’re a writer, illustrator, podcaster, or any other kind of creator. Research, writing, collaborating, recording, editing, posting, and marketing all […]
For some people, the worst part of their vacation is planning the details. But this is where you can get the most for your money and ensure you book as much fun as you can pack into your trip. Good planning is the key. You can avoid the stress of overpaying for flights, finding the […]