Since the pandemic required companies to switch to remote working, it has become a crucial tool for business operations. However, some employees abuse their remote privileges, affecting the entire team’s productivity and morale. Given this trend, employers must now actively check in with their remote employees regularly and stop any form of abusive conduct. This…
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What to Do During Your Notice Period
Have you recently submitted your resignation, or are you in your final week at work? If yes, you may wonder what you should and should not do during your “notice” period. Some people may use the period to help with the transition and complete their existing work to the best of their abilities. Others may…
Dealing with a Boss Who Doesn’t Understand What You Do
Whether you are a new employee or someone who has worked for a business or firm for a long time, you are expected to report to your boss regularly. Some people are lucky to have a boss who knows their role in the company, takes the time to get to know them and knows how…
7 Types of Workplace Conflicts
With the pandemic now under control, many businesses are asking their employees to return to work in the office. While some employees may be okay with returning to the office to continue working, others may not be happy to do so because of conflicts in the workplace. Workplace conflict is not a rare occurrence because…
The Job Market is Scary. Should I Stay in School?
Are you a recent graduate and looking for a job? Looking at the job market can be disheartening because finding the correct positions to apply for can be hard. In some cases, the number of openings is so low that you may think it is impossible to get a position. Given these difficulties, some new…
Am I The Toxic One at Work?
A toxic coworker can significantly disrupt the team’s productivity in every workplace. They often need to catch up, causing others to pick up their slack. Moreover, they tend to challenge others’ opinions and are reluctant to see things differently, further complicating the work environment. There are numerous reasons why a person may exhibit toxic behaviour…
6 Effective Strategies in Overcoming Communication Barriers @ Work
Communication is vital to success in every workplace. It is crucial in making it happen, whether to keep the operations working or build team camaraderie. However, communicating with others is more challenging than it sounds because many barriers in the workplace prevent effective and consistent communication. So, what can you do to prevent communication barriers…
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