Over the last month, I’ve been sharing weekly reports of life with my Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy Lily. As Mike and I settle into our new groove, my focus turns to how I can apply what I’m learning about good puppy-raising into my professional life. This week led to...
With benefits like greater employee productivity and engagement, lower employee turnover and cost savings, it’s no wonder that more companies are looking to hire remote employees. But while there are many advantages to having a remote team, there are also challenges. Communication requires more planning, there’s no water...
We spend most of our waking hours at our jobs, so when we dislike what we’re doing, it has a huge impact on our well-being. When we feel burned out, even the best weekends, filled with our favorite people and activities, are not enough to carry us through the...
In partnership with Britain's National Work From Home Day, comparethemarket.com and the University of Sheffield joined forces for new research that shows just how beneficial working from home can be. A third of those surveyed reported feeling more productive when working from home. Almost half (48%) said...
Working from home is a perk some view as a luxury. I love working from home -- it gives me the freedom and flexibility to work my own hours and escape from some of the less attractive parts of working in an office. But, working from home isn't...
In today's hyperconnected world, there are endless ways we can communicate with team members or coworkers that work remotely. To ensure maximum productivity with minimal effort, Laura Stack, a productivity pro, recommends taking the following 7 measures to stay connected and productive. 1. Study your coworker's...
