Sponsored by Super A-Mart: It's becoming more common these days to work from home. We’re either bringing work home with us or running a home business. A cluttered environment can stifle your productivity. Maximizing your productivity when working from home can be possible by simply turning your chosen space into an area that gives you an incentive to work. You need to … [Read more...]
9 out of 10 Employees Waste Time at Work – Infographic
Wasted time is lost opportunity and lost money. In 2012, I shared an infographic that explained how wasted time affects workplace productivity. At the time, it was estimated that the annual payroll loss from employees spending time on tasks that were not work-related was at least $130 billion. With no significant changes made to reduce wasted time in the workplace over the past … [Read more...]
Set the Stage for Business Success in 2014
The second full workweek of 2014 is here, and if you haven’t put last year’s challenges behind you or taken the lead on 2013 to-do list holdovers (including past-due invoices), you’re f—d. Starting the new year in the red, mentally and financially, doesn’t necessarily spell failure, but it does conjure up feelings of being frustrated and frazzled—a frame of mind that … [Read more...]
What and How to Outsource – Infographic
Contrary to popular belief, women cannot do it all. There simply aren't enough hours in the day. It's far better to outsource tasks that don't require your expertise to other people. If you're not in a position to hire employees to provide the assistance you need, then outsourcing tasks to freelancers or vendors is an excellent, strategic decision. In a new infographic … [Read more...]