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Ashley KZ Showell Of Forwardwithfun: “Reduce screen time”

Thrive Global

Reduce screen time. I rely on that time, and so do they to relax. However, there is a thing as too much screen time. More and more studies are showing that too much screen time in younger children can lower their attention spans and limit engagement with the outside world.

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Andrea Samacicia Mullan: “Have a generous spirit”

Thrive Global

I studied English and political science in college and although I really enjoyed the time I spent digging into those subjects, it was not immediately clear what that background would translate to professionally. In 2009 I was laid off from that agency and instead of landing another full-time role, I secured a number of freelance jobs.

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How to Conduct Successful Remote Interviews

InfoMart

If there will be multiple people participating in an interview, double-check a day or two before that everyone has the event on their calendars. Be sure to adjust for time zone differences. Check Your Tech. Batteries tend to run low at the most inconvenient times. . Technology can be a fickle thing.

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Managing employees across time zones

Insperity

By hiring employees across time zones, many companies are taking advantage of the opportunity to: Extend business hours Make personnel immediately available to more customers, thereby improving customer service Broaden the job candidate pool to obtain top-tier talent Increase diversity in their workplace. or even around the world.

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11 things not to do when leading a video meeting

Insperity

Whether you’re just learning how to host video meetings or have lots of practical knowledge, taking time to consider how you could improve the overall experience for your attendees is worth everyone’s time. Yet, most have attended a virtual meeting that dragged on too long, included cringe-worthy moments or otherwise fell flat.

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10 things managers should never ask employees

Insperity

But instead of allowing or asking employees to take liberties with what’s possible, good managers: Emphasize integrity (over sales numbers, in our example) Communicate the repercussions of misleading information (e.g., Ask or pressure employees to attend optional events. Ask employees to reveal personal information.

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Employee learning curve: Ways to get employees up to speed fast

Insperity

Other times, the learning curve is seemingly paved with mud. Inform yourself once they’re hired. These assessments provide useful information including, how: The new hire learns best To best manage them They naturally communicate Best to reward them. Share that information with the new hire and the management team.