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The Cost of Remote Work in a Technology-Centered World

Success

An often-cited work-life balance article penned by John Pencavel in 2015 looks at an investigation made during WWI to draw the conclusion that increased hours do not necessarily create increased output. The post The Cost of Remote Work in a Technology-Centered World appeared first on SUCCESS. Photos nadyabadya/shutterstock.com.

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5 Tips for Dealing with Annoying People at Work

Success

A 2015 Harvard study shared that 80% of employees report lost work time worrying about a co-worker’s behavior and how to deal with the person. Last week, that led to an argument with a new client and almost cost us the contract. You can both validate and acknowledge your own stress without totally demonizing them in the process. “

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Why Human Connections Are A Business Advantage In A Remote World

Allwork

A report in Science Daily shows that the stress caused by social exclusion or negative social experiences can activate brain circuits associated with physical pain. Paul joined Charter Communications in 2015, and is responsible for all human resources strategies, policies, and practices for more than 101,000 employees.

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The Top 5 Things That Were Wise Investments for My Home Business

Tips From T. Marie

In 2015 when I upgraded my iPhone, I decided to bite the bullet and pay for a separate phone line for the new one and made it my personal phone. I was totally surprised at how much stress this took off my shoulders and how much more I enjoyed my weekends and holidays. Did it cost more money than the others?

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Create Your Professional Development Plan Free Webinar

Office Dynamics

Upcoming professional development events at little to no cost: As Office Dynamics International celebrates our 25th Anniversary in 2015 we will offer a free webinar each month. DOWNLOAD Professional Development Plan Sample Template: (a simple template for your use) Professional Development Plan Template.

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The What, Who and How of Outsourcing… So You Can Let Go

Success

If you go the virtual route, you’ll find virtual bookkeeping services and phone-answering services, and you could even hire a virtual assistant to help you outsource, suggests Paula Rizzo, who covers outsourcing in her book Listful Thinking: Using Lists to Be More Productive, Successful and Less Stressed. Photo by Zivica Kerkez /Shutterstock.

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Poor air quality affects chess players, and it might be affecting you too

Workplace Insight

This carries implications for anyone who makes decisions under pressure in polluted areas and may increase the global economic cost associated with air pollution. The World Bank estimates this cost to be US$8.1 But the recent research implies that poor air quality may be linked to a reduction in cognitive functioning. trillion (£6.7

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