The year 2020 has been a doozy to say the least. Just like you, your team is exhausted, frayed and trying to survive the day-to-day. As a leader, your ability to show up, problem solve, and effectively deliver difficult news in these trying times could mean the difference between a business that just gets by…
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Holiday party season is almost upon us. This year with the COVID-19 pandemic still ongoing, many employees still working remotely, and social distancing requirements still in place, office holiday parties are likely going to look a bit different – if they even happen at all. With that in mind, we’ve put together a list of…
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It’s no secret that most start-ups start out in teeny, tiny office spaces. Even technology powerhouse Apple started in a humble garage in the California suburbs. But while some small businesses struggle in small spaces, others are able to make the most of the space and thrive. If you’re an entrepreneur looking to launch a…
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You never really think about how much you say with your facial expressions, until more than half your face is covered by a mask. Although necessary for fighting the novel coronavirus, masks can hinder communication, particularly in the workplace, where those tiny facial cues help to establish trust, convey sincerity, and lend credibility to our…
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The work world as we know it has changed significantly over the past few years, and perhaps even more so in just the last several months with the onset of COVID-19. In this day and age, office set-ups are constantly evolving – and evolving quickly. Some employees are working from home or other remote locations….
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Low morale is contagious, and it can spread through a company like a virus, killing productivity and ultimately turning your office into a terrible place to work. Even in a remote work environment, low morale can become an issue. In fact, without being able to see employees and feel the negativity, low morale can quickly…
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You probably have some kind of cleaning regimen to keep your home or apartment clean, but do you have a routine for cleaning your office space? Heading into the cold and flu season, office cleaning practices become a priority for many employers. In reality, though, they should stay top of mind year round – especially…
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As the end of summer rolls around and we turn the corner into fall, many offices are gearing up to reopen following a period of working remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the shelter in place orders have been lifted in many areas for a while now and some businesses have been back in-office…
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With the Coronavirus Pandemic upending most aspects of daily life, now may not seem like the best time to start a new business, but for enterprising entrepreneurs the timing is actually perfect. In fact, some of the greatest American companies were born during a crisis. The Great Depression gave us Disney, World War II saw…
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Starting a small business is no small task. So why go it alone? Being a solopreneur doesn’t mean never asking for help. In fact, most successful entrepreneurs will tell you that having a network is necessary, and mentors are a must. The good news is that the state of Massachusetts has dozens, if not hundreds,…
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