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Remote Contractor Management: Best Practices for Smooth and Scalable Collaboration

In a globalized world where digital transformation shapes the way businesses operate, managing remote contractors has become a vital part of many organizations’ workforce strategies.  Whether you’re a startup hiring international freelancers or an enterprise scaling operations with specialized remote talent, mastering remote contractor management is key to success. This article will guide you through…

August 12th, 2025  6 minutes
15 tips on how to be proactive at work

15 Tips on How to Be Proactive at Work

If you’re waiting to be told what to do, you’re already behind. The people who stand out at work don’t just react—they stay ahead of the curve. They solve problems before they escalate and act without needing permission. Being proactive isn’t about doing more work—it’s about doing the right work with focus and intention. It’s…

July 25th, 2025  6 minutes
Contractor vs. Employee

The Ultimate Independent Contractor vs Employee Checklist: How to Determine the Difference

As the gig economy continues to grow, the distinction between independent contractors and employees becomes more important for both businesses and workers.  Understanding this difference can affect tax obligations, benefits eligibility, and legal responsibilities.  In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know to determine whether you’re an independent contractor or an employee,…

April 24th, 2025  3 minutes
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How Does Microsoft Teams Track Activity?

Managers seek affordable, straightforward employee tracking methods, and Microsoft Teams is a viable option. As a hub for workplace collaboration tools, Teams offers communication, meetings, and productivity all in one place. Centralizing these tools reduces time spent switching between apps, allowing more focus on actual work.  In fact, 88% of employees feel Teams helps them…

July 19th, 2024  10 minutes
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Master Your Task Management: How the 1-3-5 Rule Revolutionizes To-Do Lists

Most to-do lists fail because they’re bloated and unrealistic. You end up with twenty tasks, finish three, and feel behind all day. The 1-3-5 Rule solves this by giving your day a clear structure and forcing you to focus on what matters most. Instead of trying to do everything, you work from a prioritized, manageable…

February 8th, 2024  7 minutes
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What Makes a Good Team Member: 21 Effective Qualities

Team members play a critical role in the success of any project or organization. People tend to believe teams must work really hard to be considered good, but when we want to build an effective team, there are other important team player skills that need to be embraced to ensure a team’s success, collaboration, high…

June 6th, 2022  12 minutes
KPIs and metrics for a call center

KPIs and Metrics for a Call Center

To make sure your call center is running at maximum efficiency, it is important to track key performance indicators (KPIs) and essential call center metrics. By tracking these numbers you can identify areas in need of improvement which will ultimately lead to success for the business as a whole. This article shares some of our…

June 1st, 2022  12 minutes
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What is Absenteeism? How to manage absenteeism at work.

Did you know that productivity loss in the US ranges from 22.6% for planned employee absenteeism to 36.6% for unscheduled absenteeism? That’s according to a survey by SHRM. In this blog post, we will discuss what absenteeism is, how to measure it, and how to manage it in your workplace. What Is Absenteeism? Absenteeism is…

March 22nd, 2022  10 minutes

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Best Memorization Techniques

The Best Memorization Techniques for 2024 (proven by science)

Forgetting information can hinder our productivity and performance, causing havoc in our daily routines, especially at work. Besides, that experience of having something “on the tip of your tongue” but that name or that term doesn’t come out, it’s really frustrating! As we all have been there, we are featuring the best memorization techniques for…

March 14th, 2022  13 minutes
Career Goals

The Evolution of Career Goals: How to set and achieve them

Introduction A career without defined goals is like a ship without a rudder. It may seem like you are going somewhere, but in reality, you’re just drifting with the current. That is why it is so important to define career goals and put a plan in place to achieve them. In this blog post, we…

March 4th, 2022  12 minutes

Time Blocking and Work Productivity in 2024

Are you looking for ways to increase your work productivity? If so, you may want to try time blocking. What is a time block? Time blocking is a strategy that involves dedicating specific blocks of time to multiple tasks. By doing this, you can ensure that you are getting the most out of your time….

March 1st, 2022  6 minutes
Employee Time Management

The Importance of Employee Time Management for your Business in 2025

Employee productivity can be extremely high with employee time management. When employees have the tools and skills to do their job, they have everything they need to succeed. With employee time management, employees will know what is expected of them and how long each task should take them to complete.  Successful time management is crucial…

February 16th, 2022  11 minutes

Choosing The Best Employee Scheduling Software

Employee scheduling is a big headache for many companies nowadays. However, utilizing scheduling tools takes care of such an issue.  We analyzed the best employee scheduling system in the market today. This article also provides relevant things to consider before choosing one. Let’s get started! The Hardships Of Employee Scheduling And Management Employee scheduling and…

October 2nd, 2021  16 minutes

How Overworking Affects Productivity

Overworking reduces employees’ productivity levels, and this makes it bad for business. Research shows that there is a correlation between overworking and the productivity level of an employee. Besides, overworked employees usually perform poorly in their duties. Many studies show that workers’ productivity level is higher when they work for less than 40 hours per…

August 12th, 2021  3 minutes

What are the Factors of Employee Productivity During a Project?

With low employee productivity, a team might lose morale or commitment towards a project. They might end up dissipating the project’s importance, and then it might not succeed efficiently. An employee’s motivation towards work is the key factor for any project succession. That’s why it is crucial to discern the factors that can impede the…

July 23rd, 2021  4 minutes

What Makes Employee an Effective Remote Worker

Remote jobs are gaining much popularity nowadays. According to a recent report, remote work increased by 159% between 2005- 2017. But then, it requires specific skills or qualities to be successful working remotely. This post will show what makes an employee an effective remote worker and other interesting facts you should know. Let’s get started!…

July 21st, 2021  4 minutes

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How to Cheat Time Trackers

How to Cheat Time Trackers: Most Common Ways Employees Can Trick Time Tracking Software

Time tracking is an important part of any business. It helps you keep track of how much time employees spend on specific tasks, and it can help you identify areas where you can save money.  However, some employees find ways to cheat the system and get paid for hours they did not work. In this…

July 7th, 2022  8 minutes

Change Management: The Impact on Organizations

“The world is changing very fast. Big will not beat small anymore. It will be the fast beating the slow. “Rupert Murdoch, Change Management Review. Life is a series of changes. It can be exciting, new, and full of possibilities—or it can be scary, uncomfortable, and unknown. Change can have both good and bad consequences…

March 31st, 2022  15 minutes

Top High Paying Remote Jobs

Are you looking for a high-paying job that you can do from home? If so, you’re in luck! We have the top 10 high-paying remote jobs. These jobs offer great salaries and plenty of growth opportunities. So, without further ado, let’s get started! Remote Jobs A remote job is a job everyone can do from…

April 14th, 2023  10 minutes

Do Higher Wages Increase Productivity?

As employers strive to achieve high employee productivity, one strategy that often comes into play is wage increases. Wages affect employee productivity in several ways, but the most significant impact may be on worker motivation and satisfaction. Raising wages will likely make employees happy because they will see an increase in their take-home pay. They…

April 25th, 2024  13 minutes

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