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Keeping the Paleo Diet at work

The paleo diet is based on the hunter-gatherer eating habits of our ancestors. Before the development of agriculture, humans’ diets consisted of entirely unprocessed foods. The main components of the paleo diet include proteins like fish, meat, and poultry, vegetables, fruits, and natural fats like coconut and olive oils and avocados. Processed foods like sugars, […]
How to revamp internal office communications

All organizations need good internal communication to work effectively, and productivity increases when employees can easily talk to team members and upper management. According to WillisTowersWatson, companies with good communication practices offer their shareholders 47 percent higher total returns than shareholders at other companies. On the other hand, creating a committed, skilled workforce is difficult […]
How to write a good job description

A good job description is an important document for every role in your organization. It can be used as a tool for attracting the best applicants when the position is vacant. It can also be used as the basis of a new employment contract. Once an employee has been with your company for some time, […]
How to hire your first assistant

Busy professionals often find there aren’t enough hours in the day to accomplish all they want to do. If your work-life balance isn’t balanced enough, it may be time to hire an assistant. The recruitment and hiring process can be daunting, but these tips will help you hire an assistant that meets your needs. Write […]
Why you should be promoting from within your startup

When you have a new position to fill, one of the first choices you’ll make is whether to accept outside applicants or promote from within. Promoting from within is a value-packed option that will help foster business growth, increase loyalty, and cut costs. You don’t have to look far to find compelling reasons to fill […]
Tips for welcoming your new employees

Finding the right employees is stressful. The hiring process is not easy or much fun for anyone involved. Now that you’ve found the right employees, you want to make sure that they are happy and set up for success. If an employee feels appreciated, then they are more likely to do more than what is […]
Six companies hiring the best talent—and how they do it

  Today’s professionals are looking to work for startups and growing companies more than established firms. Being a part of something new is a lot more exciting than working for a company that’s done the same thing for decades. According to LinkedIn, the total revenue for the top 20 Fortune 500 companies fell by one […]
How to negotiate a raise

Many people find negotiations nerve-wracking, but they’re absolutely necessary if you want to command the salary you deserve. Don’t expect your boss to offer more money unprompted. If you believe your work is worth more than you’re getting, it’s time to schedule a meeting to discuss what you need from the company. You should never […]
How to improve your customer engagement

Everyone talks about customer engagement, but how many people truly understand what it means to have good customer engagement? More importantly, how many people know how to improve and grow customer engagement with their company? Discover why customer engagement is so important and learn some tips you can start implementing right now to improve your […]
How to engage your brand advocates

If you’re growing a small business or a startup, brand advocates can help your business expand at a much faster rate. These individuals are often designated as low-cost, high-return marketing strategies, and though they’re excellent for newer companies, they can also be used to give established brands a boost. Discovering and cultivating brand advocates does […]
How to hire your first office manager

Hiring an office manager is a big task. An office manager is responsible for overseeing the smooth operations of an office-based workplace, so selecting the right person is crucial. If you’ve never done it before, you may be wondering how to hire an office manager. These tips will put you on the right track. Write […]
Tips for networking with investors

Network With Investors Use Every Avenue Available Using all your available resources might sound obvious, but people don’t take advantage of every avenue they have. Contact family members, reach out to your college professors, or use social media and online business network platforms. Strike up conversations with people in the gym or in line at […]
How to start a startup

Many people get so wrapped up in the pre-starting education phase that they stay perpetually focused on how other startups form, never trying to bring their own business idea to life. Creating a startup is fundamentally a learning process on top of being a productive, creative endeavor. There are lessons you’ll only truly learn in […]
Why you should leave your phone at home

In our modern society, we feel particularly attached to our phones. In fact, it’s almost impossible to go a day without seeing nearly everyone staring at his or her phone. While some people enjoy having news and entertainment constantly at their fingertips, others like knowing they can always be reached in an emergency. However, there […]
How to hire developers

In a market where there are five developer jobs for every one developer, knowing how to hire developers can be a challenge. Especially when you are battling against huge tech companies with seemingly endless budgets. Here are a few steps you can take to help your company hire the best developers out there. 1. Hire […]
How to show admin appreciation

Although you shouldn’t just show your appreciation to your administrative staff one day a year, Administrative Professionals Day is a time of year to really go above and beyond for the people who do so much for your company. There are so many ways that you can show appreciation for your administrative staff during Admin […]
Offering child care benefits to employees

Providing child care benefits can greatly improve employees’ lives—and a business’s success
Write great content that works

Good content can be an excellent marketing tool and a way to educate others about your business. These tips will teach you how to write content that gets noticed and remembered by readers for all the right reasons. Make it original If your content isn’t original, why would anyone stop to read it? Why would […]