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5 Things to Do This Month: June 2013

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Monday, June 3rd, 2013

Did you know June is the most popular month for marriages? In fact, one etymology of the name “June” points to the ancient Roman goddess of marriage, Juno. June also marks the beginning of summer in the Northern hemisphere, which for many people means summer vacations, picnics, and trips to the lake. Either way, this month is full of opportunities to get out and be active. Check out this list of five ways you and your workforce can make the most of June.

Father’s Day (Sunday, June 16)

May was all about mom, so this month it’s time to recognize the role fathers and fatherhood play in our world today. Father’s Day was founded in 1910 by Sonora Smart Dodd who thought great fathers, like her own Civil War veteran dad who raised six children by himself, deserved a special day of recognition. So, take some time this month to recognize the fathers in your workplace and show them how much you appreciate their dedication to family. Read More→

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5 Things to Do This Month: May 2013

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Wednesday, May 1st, 2013

We’ve survived April showers and are ready to bring in May flowers and all the sunshine that comes with them. So as the weather warms up and we get closer to summer, consider these five things to do this month!

Plan Ahead to Stay Ahead

School will soon let out for the summer, and families will start to plan vacations. From short, three-day weekend trips to two-week beach voyages to the Yucatan, your office will experience a flux in your workforce. It’s best to plan ahead to ensure productivity doesn’t dwindle while people are on vacation. Make sure you create a schedule for employees who will be out and let other team members know about your plans so they can schedule their projects accordingly. You may also want to consider using staffing services, like Express Employment Professionals, to fill any short-term employment gaps you experience this summer. Read More→

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5 Things to Do This Month: April 2013

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Monday, April 1st, 2013

Did you know that April always starts on the same day of the week as July and always ends on the same day of the week as December? April was also the second month of the year until January and February were added around 700 B.C. One explanation of the origin of the word “April” comes from the Latin verb aperire, which means “to open” in reference to the trees and flowers opening for spring.

And while these April factoids will do little more than beef up your trivia skills, here are five things to do this month that may have a bigger impact on you and your team.

Stress Awareness Month
From absenteeism and lost productivity to turnover and increased medical costs, some estimates show that job stress costs businesses more than $300 billion each year. Help ease some of the tension in your workplace by focusing on and encouraging healthy working conditions. Consider implementing stress-awareness programs or encouraging your employees to take action to address their own stress levels. A healthy, stress-free workplace is a productive workplace. Read More→

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5 Things to Do This Month: March 2013

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Friday, March 1st, 2013

March is a time when we shake off the rust from winter and burst forward into more temperate weather. On the 20^th of this month, we enter into spring with hopeful hearts and optimistic beginnings. So while you open your windows and let fresh air fill the hallways, here are things to do to help kick off the new season!

Go Green or Go Home
Every year on March 17, people from all ethnic backgrounds put on green and are a little bit Irish for the day. Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated across the world and is a great time to build camaraderie in your office. This year it falls on a Sunday, but you could celebrate it in your office the Friday before with green dyed foods and drinks. It’s nice during the hustle and bustle of work to take a few minutes off to sit around, enjoy refreshments together, and take a mental break from the deadlines to enjoy a little culture. Read More→

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5 Things To Do This Month: February 2013

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Friday, February 1st, 2013

We’re officially one month into the new year; how are things shaping up for you and your business? A recent Refresh Leadership poll suggested an air of cautious optimism for 2013 among many companies. And many economic indicators are also showing a positive outlook for the year. So, let’s hope the trend continues. In the meantime, here are five things to do during the month of February.

Review Your Resolutions
According to a FranklinCovey poll, nearly one-third of New Year’s resolutions will be broken by the end of January; and four out of five people who set resolutions will ultimately fail by the end of the year. Don’t let your motivation wane. Take some time to reassess your resolutions, and if you find you’re beginning to fall short, take steps to get back on track. From finding an accountability partner to shaking up a stagnant workout routine, there are a wide variety of tricks to help ensure success. Read More→

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5 Things to Do This Month: January 2013

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Thursday, January 3rd, 2013

The new year is upon us; 2012 has come and gone, and with its absence comes 2013. At the top of nearly everyone’s to do list this month is setting up resolutions to get healthy, be more frugal, or start a new hobby. While those are all great things to start this month, take a different angle and try some of these things to do this January!

Mentor Now, Change Lives Forever
January is the National Mentoring Month, and with its proximity to the new year, it’s a great time to establish a new culture in your office. Whether your company is a simple operation or a several-hundred-employee mega firm, mentoring can change the dynamic of your business. According to the American Society of Training & Development, 71% of Fortune 500 companies use some form of mentoring to continue an atmosphere of learning in the workplace. It’s not a stretch to assume that mentoring had a major influence on putting those companies on the Fortune 500 short list. Read More→

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5 Things to Do This Month: December 2012

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Monday, December 3rd, 2012

Winter is approaching, and though it officially starts Dec. 21, many of you are already experiencing Jack Frost’s effects! Either way, it’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas.

‘Tis the Season
Squeezed between Thanksgiving and the new year, December is choc-full of holidays and special moments to be enjoyed with friends and family. Make sure you are sharing the same cheer you have outside of work with those in the office. Decorating and planning holiday parties are great ways to enjoy workplace camaraderie and celebrate a successful year.

Pay it Forward
We all have things to be grateful for, and this month is a wonderful time to share our blessings with others. Whether it’s volunteering at a soup kitchen, donating to a food pantry, or making a child’s Christmas wish come true, you can make a life-changing difference in another’s life. Opportunities like Samaritan’s Purse’s Operation Christmas Child and Salvation Army’s Angel Tree are all great ways your team can get involved to help brighten a child’s holiday season. Read More→

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5 Things to Do This Month: November 2012

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Thursday, November 1st, 2012

As we get closer to the end of 2012, we also approach the busy holiday season that is marked with family, food, and festivities. However, before the year truly comes to an end, take advantage of the time you have left in 2012.

Check out these five things to do in the month of November.

Book Lovers Day (Nov. 7)
With the heavy workload we’re all faced with, many people find it difficult to set time aside for a good read. This month, try incorporating a useful business or leadership related book in your department. Perhaps, you could set aside a little bit of time each week to read chapters and discuss the book as a group. Read More→

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5 Things to Do This Month: October 2012

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Monday, October 1st, 2012

Fourth quarter has arrived, officially pointing us down the home stretch of 2012. And though there are still a few months left, many businesses are already planning for the new year. How’s your fourth quarter shaping up?

Check out these five things to do in the month of October.

Get Organized Week (Oct. 1-5)
In any busy business environment, stuff has a habit of piling up. From job files to memos to fast food wrappers, when the going gets tough, the tough tend to get messy. Set aside some time for a thorough fall cleaning. Not only will it help you stay on track and organized in your current workload, but it will help clear the way for a strong finish in 2012 and great start to 2013. Read More→

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5 Things to Do This Month: September 2012

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Tuesday, September 4th, 2012

The summer months are winding down and it’s time to welcome the cooler autumn temperatures. Can you believe we’re already closing in on the home stretch of 2012? Here are five things to do during the month of September.

Fight Procrastination Day (Sept. 6)
We can talk more about this one later.

Talk Like a Pirate Day (Sept. 19)
Created in 1995 in Albany, Oregon, International Talk Like a Pirate Day is set aside as the day to dust off that old high seas lingo and incorporate words like “Ahoy, matey!” and “walk the plank” into everyday conversation. And while it may not be appropriate for all business transactions, celebrating this day in the office is a fun way to bring your team together and have a few morale-boosting laughs. Read More→