It is important to know work strategies that you can use to become more efficient in the office but none of this will matter if you are exhausted, stressed, or overworked. The first – and most important – thing that you need to do is focus on your mind. By doing so, [...]
Being productive does not just mean spending a huge amount of time staring at your computer screen. In fact, the most productive people tend to work less hours than you would probably suspect. There are some tips and tricks that you can start using to help you be as productive as possible. [...]
Technology has greatly improved communication and allowed us to streamline processes and improve final work products. As a result, you would think that the number of required work hours would continue to decrease. Unfortunately, it seems as though the opposite is true. Many of us are now staying connected around the clock. [...]
In the last installment of our productivity series, we talked about the importance of staying organized. As more companies are allowing employees to work remotely, this could mean that your office is at home, a coffee shop, or an exotic location. No matter where you are, make sure that your workspace is [...]
There are a lot of things that go into improving productivity. One of the most important foundational qualities is being organized. If your workspace is filled with clutter, then chances are that you are wasting time by looking for documents or mis-prioritizing your tasks. By dedicating time and energy to organizing your [...]
Many of us start our days with the best of intentions. We have great plans to cross off everything on our to-do lists and maybe even focus on some extra-curricular projects we have in mind. But by the end of the day, it can sometimes seem like we have not accomplished anything [...]
Without trust, your team will never produce their best work, and as a result lower company morale and employee retention rates occur. Trust is essential to an efficient and successful business. But how do you establish trust? It’s the same as in any other relationship: with time and effort. In this article, [...]
There is no secret recipe to becoming a great leader. Some leaders are more direct and engaging, while others tend to quietly lead by example. The type of leader that effectively inspires one team member may not work for another. That said, there are certain qualities that tend to be inherent among [...]
We hear it all the time: communication is the key to happy and productive teams. Open door policies are generally accepted as a good leadership practice today, but there are some big downsides that also need to be considered. Not only can they discourage employee autonomy, but they can negatively affect the [...]
You might have a very clear idea of the type job you want to apply for. But even if your skills and expertise are very specific, your application should still be tailored to the particular job opening. And while this can certainly add more time to the process, it could very well [...]
The words that you choose on your resume and cover letter can make all the difference when it comes to the hiring process. You could be the most qualified and experienced candidate out there, but if your application does not engage or intrigue the hiring manager, you may not get the chance [...]
When lots of people are applying for the same open position, your resume has maybe, about three seconds to appeal to a hiring manager. There are key points that should always be included in your resume. If you forget to include one of them, or if something is unclear, you could lose [...]
