Tag: Advice
Unionizing on the rise
It’s hard to miss the recent increase in union organizing activity. Every nonunion employer is vulnerable, as more employees are looking for opportunities or...
How to be a boss at giving performance reviews
When you’re a manager, delivering feedback can feel like walking a tightrope. Whether praising an employee’s accomplishments or addressing a shortfall, how you communicate...
Dress for success: Fall attire at the office
As the leaves begin to change and the temperature drops, it’s time to update the work wardrobe. Here’s a guide to dressing for the...
After pager explosions, supply chain security matters more than ever
Supply chain professionals woke up to a new world on Sept. 17 after the synchronized explosions of thousands of pagers in Lebanon killed numerous...
Here’s how to maintain healthy smartphone habits
What is the first thing you do in the morning after you awaken? Many people immediately check their phones for notifications of messages, alerts...
When disability is a plus
Some large companies, such as Walgreen Co., Wells Fargo & Co. and The Proctor & Gamble Co., are successfully integrating people with disabilities into...
When seeking donations, the device matters
Most charities aren’t tailoring their online fundraising strategies to the electronic device donors may use when they decide whether to click a “donate” button....
Now is the time to ID your success factors
As we move deeper into 2024, it’s a good time for Rhode Island small-business owners to reflect on the state of their business and...
Dress for success: The keys to buying quality cashmere
Cashmere holds a coveted position in the world of textiles. But the quality of the luxurious fabric famed for its softness and warmth can...
The cost of layoffs: Looking beyond pink slips
When economic adversity collides with a business plan, the response to the cost issues must be prompt – and it must be right. When...

















