9 ways to balance a business with raising a family | Multi-tasking on video calls can be a positive | Report: Employees take steps to prove they're working
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June 11, 2024
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Getting Ahead
Nine business owners who have families share advice on running a company while managing family life. "Maintaining a flexible schedule, even if that means working early or late hours and being willing to change your priorities as needed, is key -- even if it means scaling back," says Keira Rumble of Krumbled Foods.
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Most individuals tend to multi-task on video calls, according to Iowa State University research, but this can be a positive if people manage communication properly. Communicating to multiple people while on a video call can be helpful if it's related to the primary task, shows Binghamton University research.
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Report: Employees take steps to prove they're working
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Remote and in-office employees in the US are making an effort to be noticed at work amid the push for people to get back to the office, according to a BambooHR report, which found 64% of remote employees keep work messaging apps open to prove they're present. Remote employees also participate in social conversations on work apps and schedule the sending of emails in an attempt to be visible, while in-office employees walk around the workplace so colleagues can see them, according to the report, which surveyed 1,504 full-time employees.
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The Landscape
Navigating the job market can be tough for new graduates, but parents and grandparents can play a crucial role in supporting them. From understanding their career preferences to offering practical advice, there are several ways to help graduates stand out in a competitive job market, including reading over resumes and LinkedIn profiles.
Full Story: Kiplinger (6/10) 
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Gen Z set its social media sights on blue collar jobs
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Driven by skepticism about the costs and value of four-year degrees, Gen Z is increasingly turning to vocational careers. Social media influencers play a key role in reshaping perceptions of blue-collar jobs, showcasing their economic benefits and job satisfaction. Companies like Klein Tools and Carhartt are also partnering with influencers, who often earn significant income from brand deals.
Full Story: The Wall Street Journal (6/9) 
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Your Next Challenge
Kathleen Davis outlines various methods to enhance organization, such as creating effective to-do lists by batching tasks and managing different types of clutter (physical, digital, emotional and spiritual) as explained by professional organizer Barbara Hemphill, who also suggests using time-blocking and color-coding techniques.
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Balancing Yourself
Five tips shared by career expert Amanda Augustine help employees mitigate the effects of isolation, since socialization with coworkers can have positive effects on a person's career and well-being. Social isolation may lead to mental health and sleep issues, and a lack of interaction may reduce networking opportunities and reduce professional visibility and recognition.
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The Water Cooler
Chicago airport ranked most stressful in US
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Heading off on your summer travels soon? Well, the 2024 Stressful Airport Index found the Chicago O'Hare International Airport to be the most stressful major airport in the US, based on factors such as the overall passenger satisfaction score, car parking fees and total number of passengers. John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport came in second and third place, respectively, while Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport was deemed the least stressful.
Full Story: Business Traveler (6/6) 
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