The hidden problems with offshore freelancers
Outsourcing small projects offshore looks mighty attractive to a small business person facing high domestic costs for small projects. But outsourcing has…
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Swap or auction? Office gifting can be fun
Christmas gift swaps in the workplace can be a fun way to bond with coworkers. Here are five themes for Christmas gift swaps at work: 1. The ever-popular…
Holiday shoplifters hit retailers
A study by Checkpoint Systems shows that holiday shoplifting accounts for about a third of all losses during a retail year. The Retail Holiday Season…
A message you can use or change: A wish for you this holiday
As the year draws to a close, we want to thank you for your help, your support, and your good work in 2016. We wish you the joy of giving, The pleasure of…
Speed culture: When emergencies destroy productivity
Boss needs that finished by 2 p.m. You give an emergency call to Joe; he’ll know offhand that important statistic you need. Joe has a 3 p.m. deadline. He…
Soft skills rank high in the workplace
To succeed in the modern workplace, it’s not enough to have technical skills. In a highly competitive job market, employers are looking for “soft skills”…
National Cliche Day Heard in the workplace and everywhere else
Scene: Viking leader, standing before gathered warriors wielding swords. “Going forward, this is how it will be.” Business cliches are so part of the…
Telecommuting: It’s common
Telecommuting: It’s common In 1996, just 20 percent of employers offered telecommuting. In 2016, that number has soared to 60 percent, according to the…
8 tips for your first job It’s probably the most important one
Never underestimate the importance of a first job. No, not that first career job. We are talking the first job in high school. The very first time you…
What exactly is being professional?
So many people talk about professionalism as if it is a suit you put on. In fact, professionalism is just shorthand for being a respectful, skilled, and…