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Nov212021 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Why happy employees may not be motivated

Business

But what if it's wrong? After all, happiness is a mood state and that is not the same thing as motivation or commitment. There are plenty of immensely happy people who are quite average or even below average as performers on the job. There certainly is a relationship between job satisfaction and productivity but while everyone wants to work in an environment that makes them happy, the reality is that satisfied employees are not necessarily more productive. Productive employees tend to be happy however. They are productive when their leaders emphasize quality and customer service and they are well trained, empowered, and involved in making decisions. This allows them to be more engaged and to communicate and collaborate with each other. Consider the resources currently being wa...

Jan52019 by David Koller5 Comments

The Top Ten Tips You Should Know to Improve Physical Security in Your Workplace

Business

Every business has physical assets which need to be protected, and some businesses have more assets than others. There are those which also have special needs when it comes to security, such as night-time security, special CCTV systems, security or mobile patrols, and authorised access. Your security measures can range from special and complex to simple and basic, but there’s no denying the fact that every business needs a security procedure, plan, or measure in place. It is your responsibility, after all, to protect whatever physical assets you have. If you are concerned about security for your business and are thinking of improving your security measures, here are the top five tips you should know to improve physical security in your workplace. Make sure all doors and ...

Feb72018 by Paul LinusNo Comments

How To Set Up Home Office

Home & Garden

For a long time, earning a decent living meant daily commutes to a 9-to-5 job. But these days, more and more workers are drawing paychecks without joining the rat race, opting instead to engage in a home-based business or occupation. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Americans who worked at home rose by nearly two million, from about 9.5 million in 1999 to about 11.3 million in 2005. The figure is expected to rise, driven by the growth of the service and outsourcing sectors, availability of computers and laptops, access to broadband Internet, and technological advances. But while being one’s own boss has many benefits including personal freedom, savings in travel and clothing, and reduced stress, it is not for everyone. The feeling of isolation and lack of a regu...

Jun92017 by Ruchi GuptaNo Comments

BYOD Programs are becoming increasingly popular in the workplace

Infographics, Technology

Almost everyone has a mobile device, and most people take their devices to work even if their employers don't know it. Some of them even do work-related tasks on their personal devices — again, even if their bosses aren't hip to the skip. That's just one reason why BYOD adoption is on the rise. Introducing a Bring Your Own Device approach is also smart because it saves money. If staff members use their personal devices for work, then their superiors don't have to buy them laptops, smartphones, and tablets. It's a win-win situation if done correctly. Transparency and trust are both necessary for successfully implementing a BYOD office. Tackle security issues from the get-go. Make it a requirement for employees to register their devices, and look into a mobile security management suite ju...

Jan102016 by Ruchi GuptaNo Comments

5 Growing Industries for Women

Lifestyle

Women workers in the U.S. are making their move. The Women’s Bureau of the U.S. Department of Labor reports that women account for 47 percent of the total U.S. labor force, and they are the driving force behind a projected 51 percent increase in workforce growth between 2008 and 2018. From work-at-home moms to women in the boardroom, female leaders are redefining America’s workplace and improving the economy in the process. Take a look at five industries to watch when it comes to women surging ahead: STEM. Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) jobs are predominantly held by men but that landscape is slowly shifting. Companies like Google and Apple have implemented stronger recruitment and hiring policies for women and minorities in order to create a more diverse STEM...