Instant Messaging Etiquette Guidelines for the Office

Instant Messaging Etiquette Guidelines for the Office

Office and Homeworking
Let's face it: Everyone is guilty of using interoffice chat to send pictures of cats to their co-workers or complain about a difficult client to a team member. But as instant messaging becomes more prevalent in offices, it's now more important for anyone to understand and be respectful of the etiquette associated with chatting with a boss, co-worker or anyone else in your office. As with any office communication tool (such as emails or memos) there are clear do's and don'ts for instant messaging with folks at work. Read on for some of the most important chat guidelines you should keep in mind:Avoid Being Long-Winded Chat should not be used as a replacement for sending an email or having an in-person discussion or meeting. In fact, use interoffice chat for only the…
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5 Tips for Nailing Your Next Networking Event

5 Tips for Nailing Your Next Networking Event

Marketing, Office and Homeworking, Starting a new business
Networking can feel kind of awkward - especially for younger professionals. But if you're starting a new business, you know just how important creating a network of the right people can be. These connections will help you gain clients, take advantage of word-of-mouth marketing and build a team of people you want working for you. That doesn't make putting yourself out there any easier, though. Events are a great way to get started (as opposed to trying to build a network online) because they allow you to control the first impression you give people while also providing you the opportunity to meet plenty of people in one evening. If you're ready to start building your network at an event, take a look at these five tips for working the room successfully:1.…
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Boost Your Productivity While Working From Home

Boost Your Productivity While Working From Home

Office and Homeworking
There are a lot of benefits to having a job that allows you to work from home every so often. Folks with a particularly long commute, for instance, can avoid a rush-hour headache while also saving money on gas or public transit. Plus, research has shown productivity may even increase from home in some cases because of the quieter environment with fewer distractions. However, working from home isn't necessarily productive for everybody. It can be difficult to focus on work if you feel like you have a lot to do at home or don't have anyone keeping an eye on what you're doing. To that end, check out these tips for boosting your at-home productivity:Get Ready One of the top ways to get down to business is by making yourself…
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