With many offices today having more relaxed policies, it isn’t uncommon to see dogs and cats roaming in between cubicles or taking afternoon naps under windows. Pets can be a great addition to an office, boosting office morale and creating a more enjoyable workspace. While some people love office dogs and cats, others do not,… Read more »
How many emails do you send daily? 25? 50? 100 or more? According to a report published by the Radicati Group, a technology market research firm, business users receive and send an average of 121 emails per day, a number which will grow to 140 emails a day by 2018. In only a decade, email… Read more »
Be honest, how many of you are procrastinating right now by reading this article? (Don’t worry editors, you are pardoned this time.) How many have vocalized your procrastinating habits, only to be met by a room full of agreement and sympathy? It must not be that bad then, right? Think again. Although humans have recognized… Read more »
There has been a lot of buzz within and outside of the tech community about live streaming. From Snapchat’s debut in 2011 to Twitter’s ugly war with Meerkat and its later acquisition of the streaming service, Periscope, Facebook is now tentatively entering the live streaming market. In early August, Facebook announced its release of a… Read more »
Whether you’ve had one or you’ve been there to hear someone vent about one, a bad boss can affect your life both in and out of the workplace. Sometimes it’s easy to feel responsible if your boss isn’t the most friendly, but a bad boss can come in many forms that may be hard to… Read more »
Double and triple digit temperatures, with or without humidity, cause all sorts of problems for humans and pets. Roofing, highway construction and agricultural are just a few industry examples across the northwest where outdoor workers are vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. Heat illness can affect anyone, not just those who work in logging, construction, landscaping, agriculture,… Read more »
With hectic schedules and differing priorities, it can be difficult for employees to find the time to focus on their health. A study by the Society for Human Resource Management looked into some of the health risk factors affecting American employees. Among other factors, they found that 49% are physically inactive, 43% have high stress,… Read more »
With constant bombardment from various distracting things like games, social networking, people, unhealthy food, and the internet, it’s hard to focus on a project or assignment for a long period of time. Even without distractions, attention spans and focused powers can only last so long before wanting to do other tasks. Due to this, some… Read more »
You walk into a meeting only to be immediately received by a pack of angered faces. You look at the time, you’re a minute late. What’s the big deal? You ask yourself. It’s only sixty seconds. This is the type of mindset that puts many employees in a bad place. The fact of the matter… Read more »
Cell phones are one of the greatest advancements in communication technology. In the past five years, cell phone usage has increased exponentially, even replacing landlines in many homes and businesses. According to an April 2015 report released by the Pew Research Center, 64% of Americans now own a smartphone, up from only 35% in April… Read more »
Interviewing is no longer just for active job-seekers. While scouring the job market for a future full-time position, people often forget the value of the informational interview, especially for someone undecided about a field or unconfident about their resume. Though the informational interview won’t directly land a job, it certainly will help advance any job… Read more »
Are attending conferences and tradeshows a large part of your business/job? If so, learning the nuances to get the most out of conferences can be difficult. Whether you are new to the conference scene or are an experienced participant and attendee, understanding how to effectively use your time can save you valuable resources. Here… Read more »
Motivated employees want to advance in their company no matter how much they love their existing position. Entry level workers and newer employees are often passed over for promotions because managers simply don’t see their potential. Sometimes perfect attendance and completed assignments are not enough to earn a promotion. Employees with average performance can blend… Read more »
Gamification. It’s a buzzword that’s hard to escape if you work in the marketing industry, and even more inescapable if you deal with the ever-expanding elearning marketplace. Merriam-Webster defines it as “the process of adding games or game-like elements to something (as a task) so as to encourage participation”. As elements of game playing began… Read more »
As an employer, you want the most efficient, engaged, and happy employees in your workplace. When it comes to using new technology like eLearning courses, it is easy to make beginner’s mistakes that frustrate your employees and detriment the entire company. The knowledge of these 3 mistakes can keep that from happening: 1. Don’t use… Read more »
As a PR Manager, you know how to represent your organization. However, as seasoned and knowledgeable as you may be, if you’re not careful, a minor mistake from a lapse in thought or a hurried report can come back to bite. Before you make any move, double check to make sure you’re not falling… Read more »
Did you know today is National Talk In An Elevator Day? Here at OpenSesame, we’re celebrating the best way we know how: by perfecting our elevator pitches! Imagine you step into an elevator only to see the executive of your dream company, a prominent investor in your field, or even a new client you’re trying… Read more »
Last week, the interns at OpenSesame took the morning off to volunteer at the Oregon Food Bank with a couple of other tech companies around Portland. Taking unbelievably flattering group photos in hairnets, latex gloves and aprons was just one of the perks of the event. We made our contribution through packaging onions waiting to… Read more »
Hey! I’m Blake Johnson, the new Content Specialist here at OpenSesame. I am thrilled to help build and maintain the seller community on our amazing platform for employee training and development. It is an honor to be a part of a growing company with a compelling product that helps connect people from around the world… Read more »
The excitement is virtually palpable when summer comes around. It’s a time to revel in the weather and rejoice. And every summer comes July, which mean it’s also Social Wellness Month. A perfect time to look into your social life outside of the office. Social Wellness Month is a great time to nurture and revive… Read more »
