Laptop computers and tablets have changed the way we work. Laptops and tablets are portable, meaning you can easily pack them up and carry them around. This allows you to take your work with you, so you can get work done anytime, anywhere. With this great benefit of convenience comes [...]
Electronic mail, or email, is one of the most common methods of communicating in the workplace. It’s convenient because it allows you to read and respond to the sender when you are ready. Email is fast, your message is delivered as soon as you press send. It's efficient because it [...]
Have you ever been with people who are always checking their phone? It probably makes you feel like you are not very important, since they are more interested in their phones than talking to you. Well, that’s how your employer and coworkers will feel if you are attached to your [...]
In order for your students to become good decision makers, they need to learn about several factors that influence decision making. Things like behavior style, courage and personal values all influence the way decisions are made. Here are some factors that influence decision making to teach your students: Behavior style [...]
Technology is great! It allows us to do things more easily and faster than ever before. For businesses, that means employees can do their jobs more easily, which saves time and money. On the other hand, with this new technology comes new guidelines, or media rules, on how to use [...]
There is always a better way to make a decision than by tossing a coin. Good decision making always flows from good problem analysis. Good problem analysis will help your students make consistently good decisions when faced with important choices. In this post, we will review the eight-step approach for [...]
It is impossible to avoid conflict at work. Sooner or later, you will have a disagreement with your boss, or find yourself in the middle of a disagreement between co-workers. How should you handle these situations while getting along with your coworkers? Here are five tips for handling conflict in the [...]
There is a tremendous need for good decision makers in today’s world. People are needed who have the ability to make decisions quickly and responsibly. This is why it is so important for you to teach good decision making skills to your students. In order to do this, your students [...]
Balancing your work and your personal life can be tricky. It can be easy to get wrapped up in work and think about it all the time. For the sake of your mental health, it’s important that you leave work at work and find time for yourself. Taking a break [...]
In the workplace, it is crucial to have good social skills and use them regularly. Good social skills are behaviors that will help you form healthy relationships with your peers and supervisor. Some examples are things like being polite and friendly, showing honesty, and socializing appropriately. Social skills like these [...]
