How to Avoid Burnout in the Middle of a Pandemic

Article Link: https://vitals.lifehacker.com/how-to-avoid-burnout-in-the-middle-of-a-pandemic-1843322169?utm_source=pocket-newtab   By: Rachel Fairbank   Burnout is defined as a state of emotional, mental and physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged stress. Given the nonstop barrage of stressors these past few months, many of us are probably well on our way to developing burnout, if we aren’t there already. “Burnout is chronic…

San Francisco Area Construction To Restart May 4, But Safety Requirements Questioned

Article Link: https://www.enr.com/articles/49290-san-francisco-area-construction-to-restart-may-4-but-safety-requirements-questioned By: Erica Berardi   Seven San Francisco Bay-area health officers are reopening all construction, effective May 4, under updated shelter-in-place orders. But new required safety protocols, in place of social distancing requirements, are prompting questions from firms and industry groups regarding the mandate for third-party, COVID-19 accountability supervisors. “Under the new orders, all…

10 Small Habits That Have A Huge Return On Life

Article Link: https://getpocket.com/explore/item/10-small-habits-that-have-a-huge-return-on-life?utm_source=pocket-newtab By: Darius Foroux   Over the years, I’ve adopted many different “positive” habits. To me, a habit is positive when it improves the quality of my life. A lot has been written about forming habits. How hard it is? How long does it take? What’s the best way to break habits? How…

10 Tips for Business Email Etiquette

Article Link: https://smallbusiness.chron.com/10-tips-business-email-etiquette-173.html By: by Lisa McQuerrey; Reviewed by David Weedmark, MCSE     Business email has all but replaced hard-copy correspondence, but that doesn’t mean this quicker approach to communication should be any less professional than its traditional counterpart. Business email etiquette may actually have more requirements than snail mail, particularly when it comes…

7 Office Spring Cleaning Tips to Boost Productivity, Happiness at Work

Article Link: https://www.payscale.com/career-news/2019/03/7-office-spring-cleaning-tips-to-boost-productivity-happiness-at-work By: Gina Belli     Spring cleaning isn’t just something to do at home. Your workspace deserves a little attention, too. And, office spring cleaning can help improve your performance at work and your reputation with your colleagues. The state of your workspace has a big impact on the way you do…

How to Take Notes While Reading

Article Link: https://getpocket.com/explore/item/how-to-take-notes-while-reading By: Scott Young     Note-taking is an incredibly powerful tool for learning. Notes extend your memories. I’ve explained before how writing can be seen as an external enhancement of your brain, allowing you to think more complicated thoughts and solve harder problems. Notes you keep, therefore, act to expand your memory….

4 Tips for Effectively Communicating with Coworkers

Article Link: https://trackvia.com/blog/excelling-at-work/4-tips-effectively-communicating-with-coworkers/ By: Meghan Bassett   Effectively communicating with coworkers is something you cannot afford to overlook. There are many things which can make or break the success of a company, and communication is certainly one of them. Despite the important role clear communication plays in the workplace, there are many employees that have…

4 Employee Personality Types: Understanding and Managing Different Personalities in the Workplace

Article Link: https://www.elorus.com/blog/4-employee-types-understanding-and-managing-different-personalities-in-the-workplace/ By: Elorus Team   Dealing with different employee personality types can be a struggle. Especially if you don’t know how to recognize their traits and weak points. Every person has a unique character. If you add cultural, religious and gender differences into the mix, things may get messy. This is especially true…

10 tips for surviving cold & flu season in your office

Article Link: https://blog.rotacloud.com/surviving-cold-and-flu-season/ By: Phil Kendall   The days are getting shorter and the leaves on the trees are turning red. That’s great news for those of us with a soft spot for Christmas, but it also means that the dreaded cold and flu season will soon be upon us. According to the Office for…

Four Things You Absolutely Must Do in Your Salary Negotiation

Article Link: https://getpocket.com/explore/item/four-things-you-absolutely-must-do-in-your-salary-negotiation?utm_source=pocket-newtab By: Pavithra Mohan   Countless job seekers and employees still struggle with negotiating salaries and advocating for themselves. But let’s say you’ve worked yourself up to asking for a higher salary. You could still be missing out on perks that can further enhance your compensation package–and they may not be that far…