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When it comes to honesty on social media, consumers expect it more from businesses than they do politicians – or even their family.

It seems that a lot of folks are into podcasts these days. With topics ranging from true crime to food-related topics, there’s something for everyone to listen to. Whether you like to listen at work or listen to topics about work to help you be your best self at the office, here are five helpful podcasts to check out:

We all set goals for ourselves but achieving them is another feat. Bullet journaling is a simple way to combine creativity and organization and keep yourself accountable to achieve both short- and long-term goals.

These days, pets are often treated as family members. Having a pet-friendly workplace is quickly becoming common, and has been shown to boost morale and reduce stress levels around the entire office. A study by Nationwide shows that 90 percent of employees in pet-friendly workplaces feel highly connected to their company’s mission, full engaged with their work, and willing to recommend their employer.

Challenge: Your client needs fresh ideas – a WOW. This request is tailor-made for brainstorming.

Cyber security threats are out there every day for businesses, regardless of their size. That’s why business owners should lead by example and teach employees how to protect confidential information, like company finances.

It’s back-to-school season and students and parents are making plans for the first day of school. For some students, technology plays a major role.

Recently we shared a story about how virtual reality can help employees with nerve-wracking job interviews or a fear of public speaking. However, VR is taking on a role on the other side of the desk for employers.

Now more than ever it’s time for women to start supporting women. After all, behind every successful woman is a tribe of other successful women who motivate, encourage and support.

If the first thing you think of when you hear the word “internship” is along the lines of “The Devil Wears Prada,” think again. Throughout college, I held multiple internships (including here at 360 Media) and gained valuable real-life experience that could not be taught in a classroom.

I used to hide my iPhone as I walked down unfamiliar streets. Then I noticed no one was looking at me – they were looking at their phones.

Job seekers are enticed by work-from-home options according to research from staffing firm Robert Half. More than three quarters of surveyed professionals (77 percent) said they are more likely to accept a job offer if there is an option for telecommuting. Those in San Francisco and Los Angeles are most likely to seek this perk, citing long commute times.

Fewer cubicles foster more face-to-face interaction between coworkers, right? That’s the thinking behind the trend toward open workspaces, anyway.

There can be many problems with meetings. They’re not led effectively, information could have been shared by email, or there’s too many participants. A recent study showed that meetings with 5-8 people are the most productive. Smaller groups help build a sense of intimacy that opens rich debates.

When you walk into a job interview or are told to give a presentation at next week’s meeting, the resulting nerves can be overwhelming. However, today’s technology-driven world has solutions for this problem that utilize virtual reality.

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Ideal circumstances for productivity don’t always present themselves while traveling. It’s all about finding your zone amidst chaos. Stay focused with a few tips:

The popular shared workspaces and technology startup, WeWork, has banned employees from expensing meals containing red meat, poultry or pork. The no-meat policy also affects events and self-serve kiosks at company locations. WeWork claims the move is to reduce personal environmental impact, but it feels more like a branding strategy.

We recently saved $2500 when I remembered a little-known feature of many credit cards. A quick call and my thought was confirmed. All of us have benefits we aren’t using because they are often buried in the fine print.

Many companies are looking at different ways to market their business, product or service. In the past, hiring a marketer or communicator was sufficient. Today, considering how people consume information and make purchasing decisions, those positions have morphed into something new, with titles and skills to match.

Are you tired of stocks, bonds and mutual funds? Incorporate alternative investments into your financial strategy. Alternative investments can increase returns and build a stronger retirement. They are not just limited to hedge funds but can include private investments such as equity, credit and real estate and also real assets such as commodities, precious metals, MLPs and REITs.

How many times have you clicked or read an email just to get that unread number to zero? You just wasted a microdecision on opening an email, reading it, and not doing anything with it.

There are plenty of things people love to hate about meetings: They’re too long and too frequent; certain people dominate the conversation and other people don’t pay attention; and nothing gets done. Take charge of your next meeting by following these steps:

HR Management is essential for running a successful business, but it is often overlooked by small-business owners. No matter the size of your business, proper HR strategies are a must. Here are some tips for small-business managers to help optimize employees’ performance and create a safe and professional work environment:

Asking for a raise or promotion can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be. Recently, “Good Morning America” shared some great tips from “Shark Tank” cast members.

Chances are you’ve started working on a project and needed some direction along the way. We’ve all been there. Catch your confusion early and ask for clarification.

A 2018 amendment to the Fair Labor Standards Act has restaurants re-evaluating their tipping practices. The change states, “an employer may not keep tips received by its employees … including allowing managers or supervisors to keep any portion of employees’ tips … ’’

Now more than ever, digital marketing is changing the way we communicate. Social media helps brands connect with target audiences with the click of a button.

Whether for business or pleasure, we break down how to get the most engagement on Instagram:

How each piece of a company’s visual identity works together to communicate the brand’s essence is important. Good graphic designers don’t begin concepting in isolation.