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YesterdayMay 25, 2018

How to respectfully commemorate Memorial Day

by Robbie Sullivan in Lifestyle

Memorial Day: a three day weekend set aside for barbecuing and kicking off the beginning of summer, right? It is unfortunate that when asked what is being celebrated on this holiday, that is how most Americans respond. Memorial Day is…

4 minutes

2 days agoMay 24, 2018

The most stolen office supplies: And how to prevent office supply theft

by Tiffany Jersey in Office Tips

If you’ve ever swiped a stack of sticky notes from your office, you probably didn’t think twice about the repercussions. While sticky note stealing is pretty tame, stolen office supplies can add up over time. In fact, employee theft costs…

3 minutes

3 days agoMay 23, 2018

How to daydream productively to reduce stress and foster creativity

by Jacklyn Janeksela in Lifestyle

We’ve been told early on in life that daydreaming can get us in trouble. But studies have shown, that daydreaming is more beneficial than we realize. Daydreaming gives the brain time to recharge, strengthens our imagination, assists problem-solving skills, reduces…

5 minutes

4 days agoMay 22, 2018

How to set boundaries at work

by Abby Quillen in Office Tips

We hear a lot about establishing work-life balance. But in our always-on culture, striving for work-life balance can feel like teeter-tottering with a hippopotamus. However, if you want to be happier and more productive on the job then you need…

7 minutes

project whether business idea will succeed

5 days agoMay 21, 2018

How to project whether or not your small business idea will succeed

by Steve Milano in Tutorials

Do you have an idea for a new product or service? Are you interested in starting a business in a familiar space such as a restaurant, pet-sitting service or gift basket company? Is your current business looking to diversify into…

5 minutes

office lighting affects mood productivity

Last weekMay 18, 2018

How office lighting affects mood and productivity

by Caroline Wittenberg in Office Tips

The proper type of lighting in an office is crucial. If you've ever gotten a headache at work from straining your eyes due to poor lighting, you are not alone. According to the American Society of Interior Design, 68 percent…

5 minutes

Last weekMay 17, 2018

Healthy portable breakfasts and snacks made with protein powder

by Tiffany Jersey in Lifestyle

If you’re a frequent breakfast skipper and/or you make more vending machine runs than you’d like to admit (M&M’s are a healthy snack, right?) then we’re here to help. While it’s easy to trade in breakfast for extra sleep, you…

4 minutes

May 16, 2018

12 tips for reducing business travel fatigue and stress

by Steve Milano in Office Tips

The stress of business travel not only affects you physically, it can also decrease your performance when you're on the road. Follow these 12 tips to minimize travel fatigue and maximize productivity. Check your IT needs Make sure all of…

5 minutes

May 14, 2018

How to add your work email to your Android phone

by Robbie Sullivan in Tutorials

Communication is the key to a successful work environment. In order to communicate effectively, it is vital to be connected and available. What better way to make yourself approachable than by having your work email as accessible as your Android…

5 minutes

May 11, 2018

How to decide if a flexible office design is right for your business

by Whitnie Scruggs in Tutorials

A flexible office design cultivates an environment which implements a new kind of employee/employer and coworker interaction. As a business owner, it’s up to you to decide if this new wave of office culture is something that would benefit or…

5 minutes

May 9, 2018

A guide to aromatherapy in the office

by Cara Stevens in Lifestyle

There are many ways to use aromatherapy at work to make your office space a more welcoming, pleasant environment. Aromatherapy benefits The word aromatherapy has been in use since 1937, but the practice has been around for thousands of years.…

5 minutes

May 8, 2018

How to create a customizable task board to prioritize your life

by Tiffany Jersey in Lifestyle

Staying organized at work and at home has its obstacles. Stacks of ongoing to-do lists can get messy and cumbersome, whether we’re talking about daily chores around the house or big team projects at the office. Task boards simplify project…

4 minutes

May 7, 2018

How to clean and maintain a paper shredder

by Callie Sharkey in Tutorials

The paper shredder is your friend. Whether tasked with a records retention schedule or going digital in the office, having a standard paper shredder available is vital. There are several different types, and this tutorial will cover basic maintenance and…

4 minutes

May 4, 2018

What to do if you are offended by the R-word

by Robbie Sullivan in Workplace Culture

Imagine you are in the breakroom chatting to your colleague nonchalantly over a cup of coffee when you overhear someone on the phone describing a situation in which they received a parking ticket. No biggie. Except their response to the…

4 minutes

May 3, 2018

Declutter your desk in 5 minutes a day

by Tiffany Jersey in Office Tips

Mountains of paper, office supplies, leftover lunch, and who even knows what else can make your desk look like a war zone. While research has linked messy desks to creativity and genius, there are drawbacks to a cluttered workspace. Not…

3 minutes

May 2, 2018

How to celebrate National Nurses Week

by Maureen Bonatch in Medical Practices

The yearly celebration of National Nurses Week begins on May 6th and then wraps up on Florence Nightingale’s birthday on May 12th. Many offices, hospitals and clinics are planning ways to raise awareness, and recognize, the important role of nurses…

5 minutes

May 1, 2018

Don’t ditch your desk calendar: The benefits of handwriting events and tasks

by Abby Quillen in Office Tips

Even with hundreds of available apps to help organize your life, a paper desk calendar may be just what you need to stay on top of your work schedule. Despite dire predictions, desk calendars are thriving in the digital age.…

5 minutes

breakroom hacks promote community relaxation

April 30, 2018

Breakroom hacks to promote community spirit and relaxation

by Christina Parisi in Workplace Culture

As someone who has managed a few offices in the entertainment industry, I noticed the breakroom was where all employees went to at some point throughout their day and the reasons varied. Some office workers enjoyed the opportunity to step…

5 minutes

April 27, 2018

How to choose a space heater for your office

by Bonnie McConaughy in Office Tips

Office space can get quite chilly in the winter, even with a heating system installed and being used. When choosing a space heater for your office, there are six things you should take into consideration that will help ensure that…

5 minutes

turn workplace venting to problem solving

April 25, 2018

How to turn workplace venting into productive problem-solving

by Mark Patterson in Tutorials

“Have you seen the new travel policy?” your colleague asks, clearly agitated. “Talk about condescending. It’s like they don’t even trust us to ride the elevator without permission!” You have seen the new policy, in fact, and have been concerned…

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