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Jenny Plant: Great Sales and Great PM - Can One Person Do It All?

Part of the remit of an ops leader is to ensure they’ve got the right people, in the right place. In many agencies, account managers handle sales, client relationships, AND project management. However, this hybrid role often leads to trade-offs. Everyone’s got their own strengths and preferences – and these responsibilities seemingly require very different personality types.

The role of digital wellness in enhancing work productivity

Technology exists to improve our lives — to help us connect faster and create better. But we’ve reached a point where the always-on nature of technology is sabotaging workplace productivity. Digital wellbeing is the concept that technology should be tuned to everyday life instead of dictating lifestyles. It promotes a healthy relationship between people and tools, which improves mental and physical wellbeing.

15 employee engagement programs to transform your workplace

The foundation of any successful company is its employees. Engaged employees are more loyal, productive, and satisfied, which greatly improves the performance of the entire business. Good employee engagement programs encourage a happy workplace, which attracts and keeps great talent. Employee involvement may boost productivity and result in a 21% rise in corporate profitability, according to Gallup researchers.

The real reasons behind banks' office return push

In recent news from Wall Street, banks and brokerage firms are requiring their employees to return to the office. While the official reasons include compliance and collaboration, there are deeper, more significant motives at play. This article will explore the real reasons behind office return, revealing a conspiracy to protect investments in corporate real estate.

30 employee engagement activities to build team spirit

Establishing a productive and enjoyable work environment requires engaged employees. Diverse engagement initiatives can boost morale, increase productivity, and raise job satisfaction. Here are 30 effective employee engagement activities to enhance team spirit and create a thriving workplace.

We Tried The 10 Best Open Source Productivity Software Of 2024

The age-old adage, “The early bird gets the worm,” perfectly describes the state of the business landscape today. Competition is fierce and every little advantage can mean the difference between coming out on top or falling behind. Ensuring your teams are as productive as they can be is one way to get ahead, and that is where Open Source Productivity Software comes in. While there are several types to choose from, opting for open-source has its upsides.

Top 16 employee recognition ideas to boost morale and engagement

Employee recognition goes beyond a kind gesture—it’s essential for a business’s profitability and smooth operation. Acknowledging employees is not only courteous but also crucial for a successful and thriving company. A company’s culture that is built on gratitude for its workers encourages morale, productivity, and loyalty.

Creating an employee engagement plan: 6 steps to follow

How well and how quickly a business grows depends on how engaged its employees are. When employees are involved, motivated, and productive, they do better work and are more likely to stay with the company. This article goes into great detail about the most important parts of an employee engagement strategy, such as setting goals, evaluating performance, designing initiatives, putting them into action, and keeping an eye on things.

What is resource allocation, and how can you take advantage of it?

Anyone who’s ever even dabbled in project management knows that it can feel a lot like juggling. But does it ever feel like you’re juggling people, not balls? Resource allocation sits somewhere between project and program management, recognizing that many projects (and most IT projects) rely on specialists, shared resources who get juggled between projects.