How to Overcome Burnout and Stay Motivated

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Burnout is a very real problem in today’s workforce. And even if you’re not burnt out, it’s often tough to find the motivation to keep going, day in and day out. So, what can you do to stave off burnout and stay motivated at work? It’s not as hard as you think — it just […]

How a Ride to Work Program Benefits Your Recruiting Efforts

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Right now, 7.6 million workers in the United States receive some sort of employer-provided commuting benefits. If your company isn’t among them, it might be time to consider changing that. Not only are commuting benefits like ride-to-work programs good for your current employees, but they’re also good for your organization’s recruiting efforts. Here’s how: It […]

Should My References Be Included on My Resume?

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Everyone has heard of job references. They’re people you list on an application for the employer to call and get their thoughts on your credibility, expertise, and character. But should references be included on your resume? Some people say no, and some say yes. So what should you do? Here are some tips on whether […]

Why Third Shift Work Can Benefit Your Work-Life Balance

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Have you ever worked the third shift before? It’s certainly not for everyone, but the fact is that third shift work also has many benefits. And, perhaps surprisingly, the night shift can be a good thing for some employees’ work-life balance. Here’s how: Fewer meetings. One advantage of third shift or night work is that […]

Home School, Now Summer Care? How to Save and Plan for Child Care

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It’s been a tough past year for parents, especially those with young children. The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting school closures moved many children to home-schooling. Now that summer is approaching, parents will need to consider their options for summer care as well. And that can be made even more complicated as businesses are opening back […]

Five Lifting Techniques That’ll Help Save Your Back

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Few things are more painful than a serious back injury. Even a minor strain can be debilitating. And many back injuries happen because of improper lifting techniques. When you know how to lift heavy objects properly, you can avoid back injuries and stay healthy and pain-free. Let’s take a look at five recommendations for doing […]