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Jeff Rumage Jeff Rumage
Updated on December 18, 2024

12 Employee of the Month Ideas

Recognizing employee accomplishments is essential to motivating and retaining employees. Here are a few ideas for designing a program that’s right for your organization.

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Mary Rukavina Mary Rukavina
Updated on December 09, 2024

How to Empower Your People to Unleash Their Creativity

Creativity is vital to every role in today’s economy. Here’s how to keep those juices flowing.

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Neil Morrison Neil Morrison
Updated on December 04, 2024

This Is What’s Missing From the Return-to-Office Conversation

Asking your employees to return to the office is not an outcome-focused approach. Instead, you should think about a much more important task.

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Jarron Vosburg Jarron Vosburg
Updated on December 03, 2024

Why Is Designing an Effective Commission Plan So Hard?

Building a commission structure that incentivizes your sales team and doesn’t break the bank can be tough. Our expert offers some guidance.

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Abel Rodriguez Abel Rodriguez
Updated on December 02, 2024

25 Staffing and Recruiting Agencies in Washington DC to Know

Learn about some of the most influential staffing agencies in D.C.

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Jeff Rumage Jeff Rumage
Updated on November 27, 2024

Leadership vs. Management: What’s the Difference?

Leaders motivate people with their vision, whereas managers guide people with systems. While both functions are necessary, good managers will also motivate and empower others through their leadership skills.

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Jeff Rumage Jeff Rumage
Updated on November 20, 2024

Effective Communication in the Workplace: 12 Tips

Effective communication is the clear and useful exchange of ideas, such that all parties involved understand the communication’s purpose. Here are some tips for effective communication, why it’s important, its benefits and some barriers to watch out for.

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Jordan Gal Jordan Gal
Updated on November 20, 2024

Why Creativity Is the Key to a Successful Workplace

Providing opportunities for employees to be creative can build emotional intelligence and psychological safety, two critical traits for navigating times of economic uncertainty. 

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Jeff Rumage Jeff Rumage
Updated on November 06, 2024

14 Signs of a Bad Manager

Micromanagement, vague feedback and inconsistent communication are all telltale signs of an ineffective boss — the result of which is higher employee turnover and lower productivity.

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Kiranbir Sodhia Kiranbir Sodhia
Updated on November 06, 2024

Why Tech’s Current DEI Efforts Aren’t Enough and What Must Change

Despite extensive efforts, the tech industry still has a poor track record on DEI. Our expert offers some concrete solutions.

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