If you watch the evening news or read current events online, you will have no problem finding situations that need to change. However, if you are like most people, you feel powerless to do anything about them — especially if you lack wealth and social status. While it may be common to feel this way,…
In today’s age of technology, it is easier than ever to neglect our written communication skills. With an abundance of instant messages, social media posts, and casual emails flooding our screens, it is no wonder that professional writing has become more of a challenge than in years past. Nevertheless, effective workplace communication still hinges on…
Although much of today’s corporate product is written, employees often struggle to communicate with clarity and professionalism. This problem is likely due to the very structured — and often technical — elements of business writing. Without proper training and a substantial amount of practice, it is easy for workers to fall into error traps, which…
Virtual workplaces were first introduced in the 1990s as new technologies, such as personal computers and the internet, became readily accessible. Taking advantage of reduced overhead costs, increased productivity, and a global talent pool, many companies began opening satellite offices and posting remote job offerings. The trend caught on, and by the early 2000s, the…
In March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that the COVID-19 outbreak had evolved into a pandemic, and life as we once knew it ceased to exist. Schools closed, few people had access to childcare, transportation became limited, and organizations across the country were left reeling. While employees frantically searched for alternative office spaces…
