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For most of us, our jobs are a huge part of our life. We spend much of our time there, build friendships and of course, receive the source of income that pays for us to live and provide for our families. The thought of getting injured and not being able to work is a horrible […]

Because there are so few ways for organizations to show employees gratitude and appreciation, most succumb to giving gifts. There are all sorts of employee appreciation gifts available, from throwaway junk, like desk dolls and paper weights, to more valuable and unique items, like crystal awards or expensive wine. Often, the smallest gesture can bring […]

While business travel may look like an exciting and glamorous affair from the outside, if you’re a frequent flyer you will know all too well that this is often not the case. Instead, you’ll be regularly faced with frustrating delays, jetlag, exhaustion and a mounting workload. If you’re a business owner or within a senior […]

The job market is quite fickle, which is its nature, and it seems things are getting a little harder for would-be-employees. Sure, most people expect a little competition when looking for a job, but employers are getting picky. This is making it harder for anyone to get hired. The new job market that folks are […]

The last 50 years have seen a massive transformation for women in the workplace. But even as the gender gap has closed, a substantial chasm survives between ideal equality and reality in too many industries and firms. If you seek to interview for a job in one of these fields, you’ll may have to devise […]

How excited were you when you held your first smart smartphone? With so many devices suddenly compacted into one screen, and a wealth of knowledge and communication at your very fingertips, the opportunities appeared limitless. And they still are, to a certain extent. However, the technology hasn’t been without its negativity. How many times have […]