2020 – the weirdest year in recent history is, thankfully, in the rear-view mirror! Who could have imagined COVID-19 and all its implications, record-breaking hurricanes, the political and racial turmoil that deeply divided our country, and the toilet-paper shortage? Happiness was elusive for many especially as we social-distanced, wore masks, and declined family gatherings in […]

The 2020 winter holiday season will be very different than any other year we’ve experienced. The COVID-19 Pandemic continues to rage on and the health experts are discouraging large gatherings – the thing many of us love most about the holidays! Family gatherings, office and neighborhood parties, school activities, as well as other holiday social […]

Many people began working from home during the COVID pandemic and aren’t enjoying that opportunity. For those who have always worked from home, it hasn’t been as productive as it was in the past. The typical work-from-home environment has drastically changed for those who enjoyed a quiet and peaceful home while other family members were […]

It only seems fitting to write a blog about the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has affected the workplace. It is the writer’s hope that, in the very near future, this blog will be read with relief that the virus has been tamed and all the extra measures used to tame it are but a […]

These are certainly unexpected and unprecedented times as we all come to terms with the COVID 19 outbreak and the changes that we are having to make in our daily lives. All of our government leaders are urging us to stay home as much as possible in order to “flatten the curve” and to get […]

Suite-style offices bring a variety of businesses and individuals into one office setting. While each client has their own office(s) there are shared areas which require a good understanding of acceptable manners in hallways, conference rooms, kitchens, work rooms and lobbies. Be mindful of phone conversations in shared areas. Walking down the hallway and loudly […]

The winter season has been good to us so far, but that will surely change in the coming month or so. Now is the time to start planning that March getaway to somewhere warm. Let’s face it – by late February, we are sick of the cold and looking forward to Spring. Plan now to […]

Few things are more embarrassing that forgetting a client’s name. Even if it’s a former client, it can cause a missed opportunity to make that personal connection. Many professionals will use a trick or two to help remember names. Here are a few to help you the next time this situation arises!   Truly Listen– […]