Many professions, including consultants and lawyers, charge by the hour. However, more people bill customers this way. Service-focused businesses and freelancers have made charging an hourly rate a common practice.  Some people manage to record …

Most of us want to be productive, and it is the driving force that motivates us to work. However, being prolific is not as easy as it seems. You have to be proficient in managing …

It’s understandable that many people who are considering switching from a traditional office job to a work-from-home contract have a reasonable question: “Do remote jobs pay less than traditional jobs?” Let’s explore this topic by looking at minimum remote work salaries and state laws that apply to remote employees. Labor Laws for Remote Employees FLSA rules for remote nonexempt and …

So you’ve got a remote team and are looking for some ways to bring them together and build camaraderie, even across the miles. You want your people to feel connected and engaged but just aren’t …

Time is the only thing you can spend where you can have nothing to show for it. We’ve all been sucked down the rabbit hole of social media, only to emerge minutes, if not hours …

More than anything, retirement parties bring colleagues together to recount their best moments. These special events mark the end of a great career and the beginning of a beautiful, new life. Even if your coworker …

In the journey of any professional, there may come a time when you feel like your career has hit a plateau—a point where growth seems stagnant, and advancement prospects appear limited. Recognizing this plateau is …

In 2024, mastering productivity will be essential, and one of the best ways to achieve this is through the use of time management apps. There are a variety of free and paid options available, making it easier than ever to find the perfect time management app for your needs. Apps for time management help employees stay …

Managing a remote team can save on office rental costs, but it’s still important to build relationships with your team members. Instead of simply sending messages, try organizing virtual team building games.  These can help remote workers feel more valued and help them get to know each other better, even if they’re located in different parts …

As freelancers, we are drawn to the freedom of being our own boss, having the thrill of creative/meaningful work, and the flexibility to avoid tasks we don’t enjoy doing…  Sorry to burst your bubble but …

If you’ve been managing employees for some time, you’ve likely come across the term “full-time equivalent”. Perhaps you encountered it while you were getting details about the Paycheck Protection Program loan. On the other hand, …

The recruiting process can undoubtedly be improved when you use a modern applicant tracking system (ATS). However, once you start looking around, you will quickly learn that there are plenty of options available for you. …