The workplace is a strange beast. You’re taking a group of people with wildly different personalities, throwing them together for 40+ hours a week, and asking them to act like a cohesive unit. It’s a mix of professional deadlines and how about those Mets? water-cooler talk. Whether your office is a suite downtown or a series of icons on a...
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Technology and extreme weather don’t mix. Whether it’s a heatwave or a deep freeze, your office equipment is sensitive. If the temperature isn't just right, your hardware can slow down, break, or even die permanently. Here is a simple breakdown of why your tech hates the weather and how you can protect it. (more…)
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How often do you find your day, meant to be spent on running your business, instead being spent on keeping your business running? How frequently do you see your day being eaten away by all the minor issues and interruptions that arise? If your answer is any more often than “rarely, if ever,” you have a problem. (more…)
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If your business works with a Managed Service Provider (MSP)—an IT company that handles things like computers, networks, and security—it’s worth knowing how to get the most out of that relationship. MSPs like us can help keep your tech working smoothly, but to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth, here are three simple ways to work with us most...
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Sitting at a desk all day, five or more days a week can be hard on a person's body (and often their mind). Even though there isn’t much that can be done about the type of work people in these positions have, there are some things you can do to prioritize their physical and mental health. This month, we give...
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Artificial intelligence has officially moved from science fiction into our daily toolkit. Whether you're drafting an email, brainstorming a new project, or debugging code, AI tools can dramatically boost productivity. Like any powerful tool, however, knowing how to use it effectively is growing in importance. This week, we thought we’d give you three tips on how to get AI to...
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The hiring process is long and tiring, but hopefully by the end of it all, you end up with the perfect candidate for the position. While they might be eager to get to work, they might find themselves ill-equipped to do their job—a position you don’t want them to be in. Unfortunately, this is how many new hires start their...
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Picture your team for a moment and consider the experience a new hire might have during their first hours on the job. How effective are they at accomplishing tasks, or is their time spent jumping through hoops and getting set up with their technology? Similarly, what does one of your team members’ last days look like? Amicable or not, a...
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Do you feel as though you're constantly battling the clock and never really making progress on your to-do list? You're not alone. Luckily, small shifts in your workday can lead to significant gains in productivity. Let's explore some actionable workplace hacks to help you thrive. (more…)
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We talk a lot about digital security for your business, but what about physical security? Are you doing all you can to secure your physical office location and the assets, resources, and employees within? Today, we want to discuss some of the options you have for controlling your physical infrastructure. (more…)
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