‘Tis the Season to Say No: 3 Tips for a Less Stressful Holiday
Working during the holidays can be exhilarating, but more often than not, it’s also stressful, tiring and overwhelming. If you find yourself constantly overbooked or doing more than you should to make sure the holidays are perfect, it’s time to get some perspective and say no to some things so you can enjoy the holidays […]
The Top Five Ways to Avoid Making a Bad Hire
At some point, many companies hire someone they later regret. It happens more than you may think. But that doesn’t mean you should let it happen to your business, and there are a few key things you can do to avoid the bad hires. Hiring the wrong person can be costly, not only in terms […]
Thanksgiving: Why Being Grateful is Good for You, Your Family and Your Career
What does Thanksgiving mean to you? It’s a time to get together with family, eat plenty of good food, and reflect on what we’re thankful for in our lives. But why exactly are we encouraged to have this attitude of gratitude? Most people would answer that it’s just something nice to do — to feel […]
7 Reasons to Set Up a Separate Bank Account for Your Home Business Income
Guest Contributor: Cristina Par When you start a business from home, your priority will typically be to get it up and running so that you can serve those first customers successfully and start bringing in some money. Unless you’re particularly well prepared, you probably choose to make use of your personal bank account to take […]
How to Prepare Your Resume for a Remote Work Position
Guest Contributor: Corissa Peterson Working remotely has become common and acceptable in the last few years. According to Forbes, 97% of people working from home don’t want to go back to work at the office, and an increasing number of companies offer either fully remote or hybrid positions. But if you’re looking for a job […]
The Perks of Hiring People with No Experience
Hiring new talent can be an exciting and frustrating experience, especially if it’s your first time hiring employees. There are so many things to consider, like how much to pay, what benefits to offer and how to keep your new hires from leaving once you get them on board! But, how do you decide which […]
How to Write a Cover Letter: The Ultimate Guide
If you’ve ever applied to a job online, then you’ve probably had to write a cover letter of some sort. But despite their commonality, many job seekers don’t know how to write one well. If you’re struggling with writing a cover letter that will impress employers and get you hired, we can help! Here are […]
Preparing Your Team for a Successful Holiday Season
The holiday season can be stressful and tiring, but it doesn’t have to take a huge toll on your employees. Get your team in the right mindset before the holidays begin by following these tips to prepare your team so they can enjoy the holidays and come back without feeling overwhelmed. You’ll all start refreshed […]
The Person in the Mirror, NOT the Person on Social Media
Recently, I was working with a mompreneur on her business plan. Her business has been around for a couple of years, and she wanted to lay out better, comprehensive career goals. She confessed to me that she wasn’t sure where to start. Soon after that, she reconnected with an old friend from high school on […]
The Busy Mom’s Guide to Creating a Work-From-Home Schedule
When you work from home as a stay at home mom, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you have all the time in the world to get everything done, when in reality time seems to slip away from you and then you’re behind on everything and don’t know how to catch […]