At Work

Infographic: How to Ask Great Questions at Work

We shared an infographic with you in March that broke down the five scenarios for asking for a raise. This month, we have another “how to” for you. Many of us have career-related questions that we need answered.

Questions arise on the job. The key to asking great questions is to make them clear and effective so that they can be properly answered.

NetCredit provides several ways to get your great questions answered at work. Check out the infographic below for a list of work situations and the types of questions you can ask to get the most helpful response. (more…)

Stress Awareness: 3 Strategies to Reduce Workplace Stress

After enduring a global pandemic, there’s no doubt workers are still feeling the aftereffects of the crisis and are stressed and burned out—it’s more important now than ever to place an emphasis on mental health. According to a Gallup report in 2022, more than 40% of U.S. and Canadian workers say they’re stressed out on the job every day

One of the many ways to encourage a healthy workplace is to make sure employees are taking care of their mental health by alleviating any tensions and stress the workplace may occasionally bring. We want to help you take care of your health and reduce stress at work with these three helpful steps. (more…)

Infographic: How to Ask for a Raise

Seeing the results of our labor is a big part of being satisfied at work. We want to feel appreciated for our efforts since we spend the majority of our week at work serving others.

A pay increase is one way many workers prefer to be recognized for their efforts. Have you ever heard of the saying, “Closed mouths don’t get fed?” We definitely won’t get what we don’t ask for. It can be difficult asking for a raise, and preparing for that conversation can be nerve-wracking.

NetCredit breaks down five scenarios for asking for a raise in their infographic. See which category you fit into by checking out the list below: (more…)

Managing Basketball Team Spirit in the Workplace

March marks the start of spring. It’s also jam-packed with basketball thanks to the NCAA Men and Women’s Division-I Basketball Tournament featuring dozens of college basketball teams competing for top bragging rights.

While it’s a fun time of year for sports fans, some businesses are concerned that employees will be distracted by their game brackets or streaming devices watching games rather than being productive during working hours. A WalletHub article claims businesses lose $13.8 billion annually due to distracted workers during the tournament.

Here are some ideas for encouraging a work environment that is both productive and flexible enough to allow for some sporting pleasure during this time of year. (more…)

Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day!

It’s the first week of March, which means it’s time to honor those who work hard every day. Employee Appreciation Day is March 3. Dr. Bob Nelson, a founding member of Recognition Professionals International, introduced the holiday in 1995, and it has been recognized yearly.

Perhaps you serve on your company’s fun committee and are looking for creative ways to recognize employees. Here are some ideas to recognize your team: (more…)