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TodaySeptember 26, 2017

The essential list for your church supply closet

by Kevin Wheatley in Tutorials

A well-stocked and organized church supply closet requires much more than extra copies of prayer books. Religious gatherings and structured worship are all about community, and one of the best ways to foster a strong sense of togetherness is to…

4 minutes

YesterdaySeptember 25, 2017

How to use a Cuisinart Coffeemaker

by Cara Stevens in Tutorials

Cuisinart is the coffeemaker of choice for most homes and offices. Just peek behind the actors in the kitchen of just about any TV show and you'll find a Cuisinart Grind & Brew or Brew Central coffeemaker. There are a…

7 minutes

4 days agoSeptember 22, 2017

Five cheap and easy ways to remove 3M adhesive residue

by Donna Rose Consulta in Tutorials

Besides calculators, staplers and paper clips, many office workers rely on 3M adhesives to make their days more efficient. Look around - there are probably Post-It Notes and Scotch Tape on your desk right now. These supplies can be used…

2 minutes

A young woman is cycling into the sunset in the park

6 days agoSeptember 20, 2017

Top 7 things to consider when biking to work

by Lori Hil in Lifestyle

Biking to work can be a great lifestyle change that makes you healthier in body and mind. And that's not just an anecdotal statement: it's backed up by real science. A study by the British Medical Journal followed a large…

4 minutes

6 days agoSeptember 20, 2017

How to make your waiting room child-friendly

by Lisa Tanner in Tutorials

Is your waiting room kid friendly? Bored kids often act out, so having a welcoming space helps decrease crying, whining, and other problem behaviors. Kid-friendly spaces also mean happier, less-stressed parents. When you make it easier for parents to run…

5 minutes

Last weekSeptember 18, 2017

How to make your laptop battery last longer

by Rosemary Anthony in Tutorials

Laptops are great for people who travel and work on the go, but batteries may only last 4-6 hours. Here are 10 practical ways to extend battery life. Use power saver mode. Select 'Power Options' in control panel and customize…

2 minutes

September 15, 2017

How to eliminate office pests and bugs

by Samuel Muriithi in Tutorials

Your office, that place where you showcase your professional skills, should have a zero-tolerance policy for pests and bugs. Thoughts of the threats posed by an infestation, however slight, should send a shudder down every spine at the workplace. The presence…

5 minutes

September 13, 2017

How employee engagement drives growth

by Caroline Wittenberg in Tutorials

What keeps an employee feeling engaged in the office? Is it the friendships he or she develops with coworkers? A manager that serves as a mentor? Stimulating and challenging work? Or a healthy dose of all three? For each and…

5 minutes

September 11, 2017

Setting your classroom up for maximum student engagement

by Stephanie Faris in Tutorials

For teachers, few things can be as challenging as capturing and keeping students' attention. At one time, a classroom meant rows of desks, each facing in the same direction, but those days have ended. Today's students are often situated in…

5 minutes

September 11, 2017

How to avoid freezing from office AC

by Lori Hil in Office Tips

Summer might be on its way out, but that doesn't mean the temperature in the office will suddenly be exactly the way you like it. We all want to stay cool and chill on hot summer and warm fall days, but…

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September 8, 2017

Beyond steps: Wearables, productivity, and health

by Eugene Feygin in Lifestyle

In recent years, a lot of discussion in the human resources world has revolved around the value of employee wellness programs. There’s a good reason: A growing body of research suggests wellness programs can benefit companies in a number of…

8 minutes

September 8, 2017

How to convince your boss to let you work remotely

by Elizabeth Woodard in Tutorials

If you’re reading this, I don’t need to sell you on the perks of working remotely. Remote work lets you avoid long commutes and irritating office distractions. Frankly, it rocks. You aren't the person who needs convincing of the benefits…

5 minutes

September 6, 2017

How to measure employee performance

by Cyrus Vanover in Tutorials

Having a team of productive employees is a key component of any successful business. One of the best ways to keep productivity high is to evaluate each individual employee’s performance on a regular basis. Praise for a job well done…

6 minutes

September 4, 2017

How to determine the best means of communication

by Suzanne Jaochico in Tutorials

Most of us have been a part of an email thread that has gone back and forth for hours. At the end of it all, we realized that the entire conversation could have been solved with a two-minute phone call.…

3 minutes

September 1, 2017

Why employee retention is important

by Sarie Robertson in Tutorials

More than 70% of American workers admitted to being disengaged at work in 2016, and less than 50% of employees were pleased with their jobs. Making matters worse was the millennial generation who switched companies at alarming rates in 2016,…

5 minutes

August 30, 2017

How to develop administrative assistant skills

by Elizabeth Woodard in Tutorials

If you’re applying for administrative assistant jobs, you’ve got a fair bit of competition. According to inc.com, every corporate job opening attracts 250 resumes. Out of those 250, only four or five are called to an interview. When you’re competing…

7 minutes

August 28, 2017

Dealing with a negative employee effectively

by Stephanie Faris in Tutorials

In an ideal world, workplaces would be filled with positive employees, ready to tackle any challenge with a bright outlook. Unfortunately, as a business grows, its workforce generally grows with it, bringing together a wide variety of personalities. Among those…

3 minutes

August 25, 2017

5 tips for returning to work after maternity leave

by Abby Quillen in Lifestyle

Your maternity leave may be the longest length of time you take away from the office. But before you know it, you’ll be tucking away your yoga pants and reacquainting yourself with your work wardrobe. If you’re planning a pregnancy…

9 minutes

August 23, 2017

How to tell if a job ad is a scam

by Elizabeth Woodard in Tutorials

Being out of work can be incredibly stressful. Bills start to pile up, morale goes down, unemployment eventually runs out and you need to get back to work as fast as possible. That's when your situation is at its most…

7 minutes

August 10, 2017

How to Answer ‘Do You Have Any Questions for Us’ in a Job Interview

by Elizabeth Woodard in Tutorials

"Thanks for coming in! Do you have any questions for us?" This is probably the most terrifying part of any job interview. Even if everything has gone well up to this point, you know that how you answer this question…

3 minutes