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As 5G connective laptops become more popular, should you hop on the trend? In this article, we take a look.

Will 5G connected laptops become standard? Cellular connective laptops are nothing new, but they’re not commonplace for work or personal use. In fact, they typically see sales of under a million units per year, compared to 188 million laptops…

Do you really know what's in your business' cleaning products? Turns out, most people don't.

Are your business’ cleaning products putting employees’ health at risk? Employee health and safety is a priority in so many aspects of your business; from labor policies, to illness prevention, to safety equipment, and more. One area you may be overlooking, however…

Is waking up at the same time every day the key to more restful sleep? In this issue of The Pulse, we take a look.

Is waking up at the same time every day the key to a good sleep? Everyone is time poor these days – and one of the casualties of this epidemic is a healthy night’s sleep. It’s well known that sleep deprivation has some serious consequences for your health and work…

Is your fleet monitoring against fuel fraud? If not, you should be. In this article, we take a look.

Don’t fall prey to fuel fraud. If you’re managing a fleet of company vehicles, one of the risks your bottom line faces is employee fuel fraud. A recent survey found that as much as 5% of a transportation company’s total annual fuel…

What are you doing to ensure your business gets the best leg forward financially in 2024? Start the New Year with a complimentary analysis of your expenses!

Customers are keeping wallets in check, and companies are feeling the pinch! From FedEx to Nike, businesses are ditching price hikes for cost-cutting to stay afloat. Dive into the buzz on how industries are adapting to this new landscape!

From FedEx to airlines, companies are starting to lose their pricing power Faced with weakening demand, price-sensitive consumers and easing inflation, some sectors are now forced to grow profits without the tailwind of price hikes.

Customers have reached a breaking point with soaring prices! A surprising 37% of people are willing to risk a recession for relief from inflation. Are we entering a new era where lower prices come at an economic cost? Dive into these unexpected findings and the complex relationship between inflation, recession, and public sentiment.

More than a third of consumers are so sick of inflation they're willing to risk a recession to get lower prices Across-the-board declines in consumer prices are typically associated with recessions, which are… not great.

What do Onsight workers truly value? Despite the rising shift to remote work, 58% percent of employees still need to be in-person. This article takes a look at the difference time flexibility and paid time off make in employee engagement and retention.

In-Person Workers Want More Flexibility. Here's What That Can Look Like Remote work perks may not suit these on-site workers, but employers can still offer attractive options.

A company’s culture defines the way it does business. Difficulties in promoting culture often arise when employees are remote. Several ways to enforce that culture is to consider the personalities of the remote employees, honouring their unique strengths in the way they perform their work. Encourage fellow employees to be social with each other when meeting on and offline.

5 Ways to Instill a Company Culture Even When Your Workforce Is Virtual | Entrepreneur A strong culture grows from working toward shared goals, even when you aren't in the same room.

The role of social media in shaping a brand’s identity and customer interactions cannot be overstated. With nearly every business vying for attention online, social media marketing stands as a crucial battleground. Techniques such as developing a clear strategy, leveraging analytics, and tailoring your content to various platforms increases engagement with your content.

16 Common Social Media Marketing Mistakes Let's explore 16 common social media mistakes brands make and how to sidestep them effectively to get the ROI on their marketing efforts.

5 healthy habits every professional should practice

5 healthy habits every professional should practice Habits like auditing your values, curating your community, and experimenting with your routines can help professionals inside and outside of work.

Unemployment rates are low, signalling that the labor market is very strong and has recovered from recent turmoil. However, this labour market is very different from pre-pandemic trends. Youth employment is rising fast, as well as hiring in the close to retirement bracket. College degrees are less important, women are returning to the workforce, and remote work is still thriving.

The Labor Market Has Recovered From COVID, But it is Hardly the Same The job market is no longer what it was – and that’s a good thing.

Retailers are projecting slower growth this holiday shopping season as inflation, higher borrowing costs, and the resumption of student loan repayments cause many consumers to pull back. Shoppers will be looking for deals, for discounts, finding ways to make the most of monthly paycheques.

Retailers predict a slower holiday shopping season | CNN Business Retailers are projecting a slower holiday shopping season than last year as inflation and higher interest rates take a toll on consumers.

Gen Z workers came of age during unprecedented times which have contributed to some knowledge gaps. While it may be easy to complain about their ignorance, these workers simply ask companies to help them by investing in them and teaching them why things are done the way they are.

Hey managers, we should be answering Gen Z's questions, not just complaining It's easy to complain about Gen Z workers as being lazy or entitled. But often they're reacting to the examples they've seen set for them.