Taking a 360-degree assessment might steer you into a job that is a better fit for your skills or might confirm you're on the right path. The assessments are available online or can be done informally by asking colleagues and friends to assess your strengths and weaknesses.
Working from home can be a teachable moment for your children, who will see firsthand what your job entails as well as your work ethic. "Even if you don't love every aspect of your work, demonstrate your commitment," writes sociologist Tracy Brower. "Your actions will reinforce the importance of follow through, responsibility and integrity."
Spread the word of your company's unwritten rules to get everyone on the same page, especially new hires in the remote work environment. This is particularly helpful if it is listed as "It's OK to ..." and includes things such as take yourself off video during a call or admit you need help.
A business' communications should not be overlooked when it comes to ensuring representation and diversity, according to Forbes. Care should be taken around certain words and phrases, and if your business isn't diverse yet, it might be best to recognize this. Story-telling must also be authentic to avoid alienating your customer base; for example, use real pictures of your clients instead of stock photos.
A Facebook video, "#YouCanBeABCs," posted by Bobby White from Memphis has attracted 111,000 likes and 218,000 shares. The video shows six-year-old Sam rapping all the careers from A through Z that anyone can grow up to do.
After the events of this year, one in three Americans are exhibiting symptoms of clinical anxiety -- an increase from one in ten a year ago. Dr. Mimi Winsberg, Brightside chief medical officer, says employees can promote mental health conversations by first reviewing company benefits and being specific about what their mental health needs are.
Do you know the difference between a Maine lobster roll and a Connecticut lobster roll? It's primarily about the temperature. You can learn about more of the subtle differences in this article and even hear about a new offering that has rolled into town: the New York-style lobster sandwich.
