Crowdsourcing-like job scams on the rise, FTC report says
Source: Staffing Industry Analysts An online job scam that appears to mimic crowdsourcing has increased sharply in 2024 over 2023, the Federal Trade Commission reported. The scam requires consumers to repeat a set of tasks, according to the FTC. Often, such task scams start with a test or WhatsApp message about online work but with few specifics. […]
Easing Parents’ Return to the Workplace
Returning to work after the birth of a child is one of the most significant transitions a new parent can face. For many, it’s emotionally challenging to leave a newborn, often just a few months old, in someone else’s care. With the added pressures of sleepless nights, new financial responsibilities, and a myriad of other […]
Indoor Gardening is Therapeutic
Gardening is known to have therapeutic and mental wellness benefits; however, you don’t need to have a plot of land or even go outside to enjoy gardening’s benefits. All you need are a few pots on your windowsill. Grow house plants or food. Nurture your plants and watch them flourish. The benefits include reduced anxiety […]
Fall Back The Right Way
As we set our clocks back an hour to end Daylight Saving Time, we’re greeted with an extra hour of sleep but also the challenges of adjusting to darker evenings and a shift in our internal clocks. Here are some tips to help make the transition smoother, so you can stay energized and productive in […]
Why Professionalism Matters More Than Performance
Myth: Good performance is enough to create a successful career. Variations of this myth include: your work speaks for itself, and results matter most. Yes, your performance and results matter. They are necessary ingredients for career success, but they aren’t enough. They aren’t even the most important. Professionalism matters more. What does Professionalism even mean? […]
How to Develop More Authentic Relationships in Business
“Business is all about relationships, how well you build them determines how well they build your business.” – Brad Sugars, Business and Wealth Coach Many business leaders share Brad’s point of view and believe that strong relationships are key to succeeding. However, most business development and sales reps’ success is measured by the number or the […]