Good business etiquette goes a long way in building a good rapport with your clients, co-workers, employees, and other professionals. Keep reading below to discover tips for elevating your business etiquette. Smile When You Answer the Phone This is an easy one to do. Smiling when you answer the phone positively changes your tone, therefore […]
Last week we talked about preventing Identity (ID) Theft. This week I’ll go over response measures you should take if you have become the victim of ID Theft. Put a fraud alert on your credit report – This puts a red flag on your credit report. Lenders and creditors should then take extra steps to […]
Identity (ID) theft, according to the website USA.gov (an official United States Government website), is defined as “…a crime where a thief steals your personal information, such as your full name or Social Security number, to commit fraud.” According to an online survey conducted by The Harris Poll nearly 15 million Americans had their identity […]
It’s inevitable. You hire someone with a good resume, who aced the interview, who seemingly picked up their training quickly, only to find out they’re a difficult employee. So what do you do when your employee isn’t doing what you asked of them, when they won’t or don’t respond to coaching, or they do things […]
In the simplest of terms, a handshake is a way to make a physical and social connection with others. So why is the handshake so important? First Impressions: A handshake sets the tone when meeting someone for the first time. This can be particularly important during a job interview. A firm handshake, along with eye […]
If you’ve been invited to a company picnic, pot-luck, or backyard barbecue this summer, but don’t know what to bring, try whipping up this easy and delicious summer salad from our Receptionist, Fay. It’s easy to make, easy to customize, and keeps well for several days! Ingredients: 1 can each of the following beans, drained […]
We all want to be more productive, right? I don’t know of anyone in the world that actually likes the feeling of being behind, stressed, or even overwhelmed, so I’ve compiled 10 tips for being more productive. Save big projects and tasks for when you have the most energy. I’m not a morning person, so my […]
When business calls for flexible work hours, virtual offices create an opportunity for people to work whenever they like from wherever they are. Not only do virtual offices allow for no commute time, low to no technology costs and lower overhead costs (with no lease to pay), having remote workers also cuts down on commute […]
