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How to remember names Forget a phone number? Check your cell phone. Forget important information? Get the answer online. Forget how to get somewhere? Ask your GPS! There are a lot of ways for people to remember important information with the help of technology. But what about something that technology can't help you remember—names? Here are a few things...
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Tips for reducing your paper usage at the office The world uses about 1 million tons of paper every day and its use is on the rise. Much of this paper is wasteful, unnecessary, and puts huge pressures on the environment. Expanding production and wood harvesting threatens some of the remaining natural forests and the people and wildlife that depend on them. Many...
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How to choose the right calendar to keep you organized this year Choosing the right calendar is an important decision. The right calendar can help you stay organized and focused all year long. First, think about what kind of personality you have. Whether you’re tech savvy, creative or super organized, there's a perfect calendar out there for you! So...
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Should you buy a Blackberry? Technology is changing more and more every day, and the cell phone industry is no exception. Nowadays a cell phone is more than just something you use to make phone calls. Today’s cell phones are multipurpose tools that help you stay connected to the world around you. One of the most popular devices is a Blackberry. But is a...
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What gift should you give your boss this holiday season? The holidays are approaching. Do you buy your boss a gift? If so, what should you get? You have to avoid sending the wrong impression when giving gifts at work. You want it to be somewhat fun, but it must be tasteful. Think of the individual and what’s been offered in the past. Do you really know...
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How to Beat the 3:00 p.m. Work Slump It's 3:00 p.m. and suddenly it hits you like a Mack truck. You're exhausted and considering sneaking into an empty conference room for a quick nap. An afternoon work slump is perfectly normal and is simply a function of our biological clock. But there are ways you can fight it and renew your energy for the remainder...
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Ways to improve your office people skills Ever notice that when people complain about their boss or co-workers it's almost always about how they interact with others? “She's always yelling at me ,” “ he doesn't appreciate my hard work,” and “ they don't listen to me” are frequently heard complaints that not...
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Cluttered desk, cluttered mind? When you take a look around your office, do you see disorder and chaos? If you’re like most of us, you do. Don’t feel guilty or ashamed by your lack of organization! Although some of your highly organized co-workers may wonder how you manage to get anything done amidst the mess, chances are, the system works for you...
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Workplace Gadget Etiquette As technology advances more and more, employees discover ways to utilize their personal gadgets while at work. Here are some gadget tips to consider in the workplace. Shut it off during meetings: Unless you must use your PDA or cell phone during a meeting, presentation or other gathering, turn off your phone or silence your ring tone...
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Right-Brain Meetings In the mid-twentieth century, Professor Roger Sperry conducted a series of brain studies that ultimately promoted the theory of lateralization of brain function—that the two hemispheres of the brain direct different functions of body and thought. From these studies grew the idea that the “left brain” directed more analytical...
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Ways you can use technology that actually save time We can easily look around in our everyday lives and see how modern technology saves us valuable time, from microwave popcorn to multifunction office machines to programmable robot vacuums. Many doctors are starting to use handheld technology, such as laptops, during office visits, to spare themselves the time...
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Productivity tips: How to file Is lack of organization high on your list of things you wish you could improve about your workspace? Becoming organized can be a real chore, but once a solid filing system is in place, the benefits are endless. Setting up a filing system may sound difficult but it can be a relatively easy task that can be made easier by following...
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Understanding body language at work Since actions speak louder than words, you should probably be conscious of how your actions are displaying, and possibly betraying, your professional demeanor. You can say a lot about yourself without speaking any words. Facial expressions are the most noticeable message senders. With very little effort, your face expresses...
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Keeping your inbox under control Outlook tips and tricks In today’s fast-paced business environment, how do you manage to keep your inbox under control? How can you avoid having so much information and not knowing where to find it? How can you prioritize your correspondence? There are several useful tools in Outlook to help you manage your inbox. Use these...
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Working in a Virtual World With the availability of advanced technology, the work environment is evolving from a rigid in-house business structure to a more relaxed, virtual office. Companies are tapping into a new idea of what working in an office really means. Virtual assistants, teleconferences and telecommuting are quickly becoming the trend. So, how does...
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