Activities for Thanksgiving at the Office

Thanksgiving at the office

You spend 8 hours a day 5 days a week with your colleagues. In a way, you are all a family – and families celebrate together. What are some good ideas for activities for Thanksgiving at the office? Well, we’ve  gathered a few tried and true ideas  in hopes of inspiring a meaningful event that’s…

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How to Ask for a Raise

Asking for a Raise

Asking for a raise can be an intimidating and tricky conversation. However, with some preparation and a plan, you can increase the likelihood that the conversation goes in your favor. Here are some do’s and don’ts to have in mind when entering into a salary negotiation. Things Not to Say When Asking For a Raise…

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Halloween Costume Ideas For The Office – 2021

Costume Ideas

If your workplace allows team members to wear costumes, we’ve got some ideas for you! Side note – if so, check out this blog entry for some fun ideas. OK, onto the costumes! Here are our costume picks for Halloween 2021 at work *As always, remember that workplace costumes should be within the parameters set…

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Halloween Activity Ideas for the Office

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Ideas for Celebrating Halloween at Work Halloween is a one of those holidays enjoyed just as much by kids as it is by some adults. This special time of year is conducive to several workplace activities and as such it’s an opportunity for some office fun and camaraderie – without breaking the budget. Here are…

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Bosses Day Gift Ideas for Remote Boss

custom bobblehead of boss

If you’re a remote employee, you likely see your boss almost daily on-screen but rarely in person. That could present a challenge when shopping for Bosses Day, which falls on October 15th this year. Here are some Bosses Day gift ideas that are will make your supervisor feel the love (in a totally professional way…

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How a Hybrid Office Works

a hybrid office

If you’re a business owner, executive or manager, you be asking yourself, “How does a hybrid office work?” COVID-19 has a huge portion of the workforce logging in from the comfort of their homes. Others have returned to work full-time. Then there are the hybrid workers – those who divide their time between a home…

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Improving Customer Service With Language

customer service language

Improving customer service starts with creating an experience better than anticipated for those who buy your products and use your services. There are many tactics for accomplishing this but one of the easiest and most front-line is the language your team uses when communicating with clients, guests and visitors. A few subtle adjustments to the…

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The Psychology of To Do Lists

handwritten to do list

To Do Lists are highly effective for a number of reasons. Whether you make your list on paper, a dry erase board, a phone app or even on the back of your hand, the odds of those things getting done goes up exponentially once you write them down (or type them out).   Benefits of…

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Different Types of Work Meetings

work meetings

With any job there are work meetings galore. They come in all lengths, sizes and time periods. Here is an overview of a few of the most common types of meetings and what happens at each one. Stand Up Meeting A short meeting that is held on foot. The meeting doesn’t have chairs or a…

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How to Use a Sit Stand Desk

It’s a sit-stand desk – but do you sit? Do you stand? Do you do both? This blog will discuss a few of the ways people use their desk. Keep in mind that the purpose of a sit-stand desk is to provide options for changing posture throughout the day. It’s not recommended that anyone stand…

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