Being a good boss can be a difficult job in itself. You need to get the job done and manage all the things that need to be done as part of your role as well as keeping your team happy and productive at the same time. If you are a … [Read more...]
Proper Etiquette for the Office Bathroom
The office bathroom, that lovely shared space offering limited privacy and awkward coworker conversations. It’s a place you visit several times each business day but, have you ever considered whether your habits are deemed as proper etiquette? Could coworkers be gossiping about your bathroom … [Read more...]
Savvy Shopper Sites for Bargain Hunters
Everyone wants to save money. In fact, in this pathetically consumer driven world people run over helpless Grandma’s in Target or pepper spray their fellow man merely to strike a deal on the latest gadget. But, hopefully, you are one of the sane shoppers that only wish to be a good steward with … [Read more...]
Friday Night Links: Pfeffernuesse Edition
Friday Night Links Pfeffernuesse Edition is all about a cookies and links! This time of year, pfeffernuesse is eaten in Germany, Denmark and The Netherlands. It is a small round biscuit, spicy in taste and many recipes call for ground nuts. Some even have a chocolate base. There are many … [Read more...]
How To Deal With A Negative Co-Worker
Dealing with negative people can be a challenge, especially if they are also your co-worker! We can usually choose to spend less time or walk away from negative people but at work, it isn’t always that easy. Don’t Get Dragged DownIf you have a negative co-worker or co-workers, it … [Read more...]
After the Crash – How to Survive a Stock Market Freefall
In today’s rocky financial market, do you have days when you wonder should I still be investing? Trust me. I do, too. Most of us have had that passing thought at one time or another and even more so in the last few years since the big stock market crash. It seems one day the market goes up only to … [Read more...]
SWOT Analysis: Determine Your Workplace Forte
Realizing your professional strengths can help you maximize your workplace potential. One way to determine your strengths is to conduct a SWOT analysis: a look at your strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. When developing a SWOT analysis to assess your professional strengths, … [Read more...]
25 Christmas Gifts Under $25 That Don’t Suck
This is a frugal blog, so of course I have to write an article about top frugal Christmas gift ideas! This post will be a little different though. Instead of giving you general ideas, I have handpicked 25 totally awesome gift ideas that don’t suck. Many of these gifts are things that could … [Read more...]
Employers Are Testing for Skill and Personality
Employers are testing for skill and personality to find the best match! Is this the best way to find a good employee? Does a high score on a test mean you are a good employee? Can a test really determine personality? Can a test really tell if you will fit in the company? Why? Is this just … [Read more...]
An Office Move and Rebranding: How to Make It as Painless as Possible!
MOO has kindly donated 3 sets of 100 business cards to lucky Jobacle readers! For a chance to win one of the 100 business cards, all you have to do is post a comment below and give us your best business one-liner that you could write on a business card! As with any major upheaval, there’s a … [Read more...]
