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Find something (or anything) that the employee or team has done right. Tell everyone what a great job they did at that one thing. Then leave the area. Read More

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Majority of working parents say that employment is optimal, but difficult Sheila McClear

A majority (55%) of mothers in the US with children under 18 are working full time – an increase of 34% from 50 years ago. Read More

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This is exactly how many exclamation points are appropriate for a work email Sheila McClear

First of all, email isn’t going anywhere: only 6% of respondents “strongly” felt they could do their job without email. That is a small number. Read More

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Survey: 35% of employees think their workplace favors this generation above all others Sheila McClear

Are the generations are war with each other inside the workplace, or is their labor peace between Gen X, Millennials, Baby Boomers, and Gen Z? The Addison Group surveyed 1,000 workers to find out. Read More

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These are the 10 best employee perks for attracting (and retaining) talent Ladders Contributor

Here are the actual benefits that will help employees to feel more productive, supportive and engaged long term, as well as suggestions on how to implement them. Read More

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This is the main thing employees want their managers to do differently Sheila McClear

Speaking of appreciation, employers could begin with a pat on the back. More than half of all workers say their last work anniversary was not acknowledged. Read More

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Here are some Fashion Week looks to elevate your Spring 2020 work wardrobe Sheila McClear

Even if you feel like you can’t wear these New York Fashion Week-inspired looks in your office, wear them for post-work drinks. Read More

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5 languages spotlight: words of affirmation Paul White

Communicating appreciation can be powerful and motivating when it is expressed through positive, encouraging words. Read More

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Rebecca Minkoff’s entire NYFW show was about working women (including the ones who are pumping)Meredith Lepore

“When creating this collection these inspiring women were top-of-mind—I wanted to highlight the modern working woman, her wardrobe, and her environment.” … Read More

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