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Workplace Communication Etiquette: Best Practices for Response Times and Setting Boundaries

Success

Do you have to respond to an email within a certain number of hours? She often feels the need to immediately respond to emails. “I Try to respond to emails within 24 hours. Pick up the phone in lieu of an email if the tone or subject matter could be misinterpreted. IM (Microsoft Teams, Slack, Skype, etc.)

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The Cognitive Scientist’s Handbook to Working an Optimal Day

Success

Instead of checking your email or Instagram the moment you wake up, fall into a productive morning routine that helps set the tone for a productive day. If you’re browsing social media or checking emails, that’s not mental recovery—that’s like trying to rest your muscles by doing pushups in between bench presses.

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Digital communication tools are a constant source of workplace strife

Workplace Insight

With half of companies now employing three or more generations, the report claims to reveal a pressing need for clear digital communication guidelines to support effective collaboration and workplace efficiency among diverse age groups. Eliza Filby, a Historian of Generational Evolution.

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Leveraging Procedures for Effective Training and Onboarding

All Things Admin

You might be using a new phone system or dealing with new project management software. Communication Introduce them to the company’s communication channels and email distribution lists. Set up a branded email for the new hire, complete with an appropriate title and auto-signature.

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6 Email Principles To Boost Productivity And Reduce Stress

Productivityist

David Ly Khim is a growth marketer for Sidekick by HubSpot where he writes about email productivity. Email is a strange beast. These email principles will help you take control of your inbox and reduce the stress that comes with using time and energy effectively. If you respond to an email, archive it. Save your energy.

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3 Tips to Ensure Remote Workers are Accountable

Office Dynamics

As a business owner, you’ll want to check in with your remote workers on a pretty regular basis, either through scheduled phone calls or with email updates. With a few guidelines and clear communication, letting your employees work remotely may boost your productivity and help your business succeed. Set Clear Expectations.

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Simple Cybersecurity Rules Everyone Should Follow

Jen Lawrence

Some are great about following guidelines at work but completely ignore them at home (or vice versa.) You fill out interest forms or cart check-out fields and you’re being asked for your phone number, birthday, and blood type. Your best bet is to utilize the personal hotspot on your phone or set up a VPN (virtual private network.).