Job satisfaction isn’t a typical state of mind for most U.S. workers, according to the The Conference Board’s 2015 Job Satisfaction survey. They found 48.3 percent of U.S. workers are satisfied with their jobs. While that is an increase of 0.6 percentage points from 2014, it still leaves the majority (51.7) of U.S. workers dissatisfied with […]
Avoid these mistakes when starting a side business
You’re starting a business on the side while working full time? Join the club. You’re in good company. MBO Partners research shows “30 million Americans (are) already…self-employed — either as a main source of work (17.9 million solopreneurs) or by using self-employment as a way to augment other income (12.1 million side-giggers).” Running a business on the […]
How to get recognized at work
Many people feel underappreciated at work. Why? Perhaps the organization does not have a culture that promotes appreciation. Maybe everyone constantly feels under the gun and no one has time to stop and say thank you. You may ask, “How long does it take to say thank you?” The reality is, in many workplaces, “thank […]
How to be grateful at work
As an employee, whether or not your company incorporates being thankful into its mission, do you feel appreciated? Do you believe you should expect more than a paycheck? Bryan Miles, CEO and co-founder of eaHELP, a provider of virtual executive assistants, knew he wanted “gratitude” to be featured prominently in his company’s values. Here are […]
How to get the appreciation you deserve at work
Have you heard? “Employee Appreciation Day” is coming this Friday – March 6th. Are you ready to be appreciated? Perhaps you’re expecting lunch out with the boss or a mug full of candy? Or, maybe you’re pretty sure no one appreciates you at all. (Perhaps it’s time for a new job, no?) Have you stopped to […]