In its October issue, Working Mother magazine marks the 25th year of recognizing the 100 best companies for working moms. These companies offer family friendly programs and benefits with an eye toward helping moms keep their careers on track. Interestingly, there are two companies that have been on the list all 25 years: IBM and [...]

What does your cubicle say about you? Isn’t it interesting to see the items people scatter about their desks and tack to their bulletin boards? Sure, most everyone has the mundane family photo, picture of a significant other,  potted plant, snapshot of a beloved pet and a messy children’s drawing displayed as a masterpiece. But [...]

Despite news out this week that the recession has long since ended, those who are struggling to keep their jobs, customers and pay the bills might disagree. Consumers – both individuals and businesses – continue to keep a tight hold on their dollars. It’s competitive out there, meaning you absolutely have to set yourself apart [...]

September is National Yoga Month, a 2-year-old initiative to expand awareness of the health benefits of yoga. This could be the perfect time to host on-site yoga classes for your employees. Think of it as the complete wellness initiative, helping employees with both their physical fitness and their mental wellbeing. According to YogaMonth.org, here are [...]

Ah, the fall season, what a great time of year. We’re settling into the back-to-school routine and the weather is cooling off. Football season is in full swing, making for lazy Sunday afternoons on the couch. Fall is the respite before the busyness of the holiday season kicks in and our social calendars become packed [...]