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Humor in the Workplace: How to Be Funny at Work Without Crossing the Line

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economy up to $187 billion every year between lost productivity and health care and medical costs. A 2017 survey found that 91% of executives believe that a sense of humor is important for career advancement, and 84% feel that people with a good sense of humor do a better job. Research has shown that workplace stress costs the U.S.

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The Expanding High Skill Gig Economy

Small Business Labs

More and more professions that require advanced degrees or highly specialized skills are joining the gig and/or on-demand economy. Doctor on Demand , for example, provides video medical consultation service.    As with other types of freelance work, not all highly skilled gig workers are happy with this type of work.

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Develop a Leader’s Mind

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It’s very clear in my head that if I’m healthy and sharp, it’s in her best interest, because I can guide my daughter and granddaughter through the medical system that she’s likely going to depend on for the rest of her life. As of 2017 , more than 90,000 police-reported U.S. Do activities that give your brain a healthy workout.

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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

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Dr. Rajinder Atwal Medical Director, CEO, Founder, Family Physician, M.D., She is the founder, CEO and medical director of Bathurst Walk-in Clinic and Family Practice, which serves marginalized communities. Bathurst Walk-in Clinic and Family Practice Atwal is a trailblazer in the health care industry.

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Virtual Assistant…10 Years Later

Tips From T. Marie

Although I won’t celebrate my 10 th year of being a #girlboss until September of this year, January 2017 does mark an equally important point in my life as a female entrepreneur. In January of 2007 I was working as a real estate paralegal while going to school for medical coding and billing. Literal tears. What’s changed. .

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The sector responds to the Spring Budget

Workplace Insight

Yesterday it was reported that private health admissions are likely to reach record levels in 2023 driven by treatments funded by Private Medical Insurance, and the importance of this market is only likely to increase. There was also very little to address skills and tackle the hard-to-fill vacancies facing many employers.

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Why India Is a Rising Star Among Exporting Nations

The Small Business Blog

But India’s main attraction to buyers is low price, according to companies such as Tamil Nadu-based CareNow Medical, which makes mosquito-repelling sprays and wipes. As some Indian factories turn to exporting, they are moving away from low-skill manufacturing processes in favor of more innovative, value-added production.

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