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3 Common Misunderstandings about the English Language

3 Common Misunderstandings about the English Language

The English language is complex. All types of writing, from business emails, sales collateral to novels, can contain misunderstandings. The following is a guide to the most common of these. Simile and Metaphor A simile and metaphor are both figures of speech. However, a simile compares one item with another; […]

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6 Key Differences Between U.S. and U.K. English

6 Key Differences Between U.S. and U.K. English

Do you work more with clients who use U.S or U.K. English? Which one is primarily used in your workplace? U.S. and U.K. English differ in a number of respects. You need to be aware that when writing, these differences determine your style in the eyes of readers. The following […]

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How to Assess Potential Candidates Fairly and Accurately

How to Assess Potential Candidates Fairly and Accurately

Recruiting can be a headache but it doesn’t need to be. There are alot of resources to support you, and larger businesses will have someone who is responsible for human resources. However, there is no substitute for a manager having a thoughtful approach, lining up expectations properly, and comparing applicants […]

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Employee Privacy: Why Great Companies Guarantee It

Employee Privacy: Why Great Companies Guarantee It

During the depths of the Great Recession, unemployment topped 10%, underemployment was even higher, and employer were clearly in control. Employers with a single position to fill would often receive dozens, if not hundreds of resumes, most of them from qualified candidates. Those employers were free to pick and choose […]

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4 Crisis Management Lessons Horror Movies Teach Us

4 Crisis Management Lessons Horror Movies Teach Us

The average day in the office may sometimes feel like a nightmare, but this perception is probably the only similarity that you can see between a horror film and your place of work. Scary movies may seem like nothing more than cheap entertainment, but they can actually teach managers a […]

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How Employee Engagement Can Help Avoid Workplace Burnout

How Employee Engagement Can Help Avoid Workplace Burnout

Employee engagement is one of the essential aspects of an organisation’s longevity. However, in today’s hectic world, this engagement is constantly threatened by employee’s workplace burnout. This results in low productivity and high staff turnover, negatively impacting the organisation’s bottom line. Dealing with employee workplace fatigue should start at the […]

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5 Easy Ways to Save and Recycle Paper at the Workplace

5 Easy Ways to Save and Recycle Paper at the Workplace

Thinking that our offices are almost paperless today? Take a closer look again. We still print out important documents. We receive glossy, printed promotional brochures. And a whole lot of physical mail — with envelopes! That’s a lot of paper waiting to be reduced or re-purposed. With a little thought, […]

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How AI Can Revolutionize the Human Resources Process

How AI Can Revolutionize the Human Resources Process

Artificial Intelligence or AI has completely changed the game of human resources, there is plenty of room for improvement in all kinds of HR processes thanks to AI. But how can AI revolutionize the human side of human resources? The answer to this question is varied and diverse as the […]

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