Tag: Owl Labs
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Should You Work From Home Today? [Flowchart]
Owl Labs Blog – 8.1.19 (7.29.19) If you’re lucky enough to have a flexible schedule, you kind of have it made. You can build a schedule that works for you, depending on the time and location you work best. Flexible schedules can take different forms for different people, but if you have this flexibility, it…
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5 Slack Team Building Ideas for Your Remote or Hybrid Team
Owl Labs Blog – 7.30.19 (7.25.19) Being a part of a remote or hybrid team can at times feel disconnected, lonely, or just lacking in the day-to-day office banter. Good news for some organizations, Slack and other instant messaging software create an easy platform to initiate more casual conversations throughout the workday and create a…
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10 Ways to Network When You Work Remotely
Owl Labs Blog – 7.15.19 (7.12.19) If you talk to a friend from among the nearly 50% of the US workforce currently working remotely, they’ll will likely rave about awesome it is, rattling off the many benefits that include the opportunity for flexibility and work/life balance, less time spent on commuting, and the chance to engage…
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A Conference Room AV Checklist to Review Before Every Meeting
Owl Labs Blog – 7.11.19 (7.9.19) More employees are working remotely than ever before. In fact, 68% of employees around the world, work from home at least once per month. This is an upward trend that shows few signs of slowing down thanks to advancements in audiovisual and video conferencing technology. Read more: A Conference Room AV Checklist to…
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5 Tips for Fostering Inclusivity on Your Team
Owl Labs Blog – 6.24.19 (6.21.19) How can you foster an inclusive work environment? Creating an inclusive environment is something leaders of teams, both big and small, need to consider so everyone is welcome, involved, and able to share their ideas. And as a team member, it’s important to ensure your colleagues feel comfortable during…
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Everything You Need to Know about Flexible Schedules
Owl Labs Blog – 6.18.19 (6.17.18) The U.S. Department of Labor recognizes flexible work schedules as “an alternative to the traditional, 9-5, 40 hour work week.” The DOL continues to note that some company policies may require employees to be present during “core hours” with the rest of their schedule up to them. Flexible jobs and work…
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What’s The Ideal Work Environment For Your Personality? [Quiz]
Owl Labs Blog – 6.15.19 (6.13.19) Not all employees thrive in the same work environment. Consider personality traits in general. Introverts typically refuel with alone time, or maybe spending time with one or two close personal friends in a comfortable environments. Extroverts are more likely to gain energy spending time in larger groups, meeting new…
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11 Ways to Improve Your Presentation Skills, Whether You’re Remote or In-Person
Owl Labs Blog – 6.3.19 (5.31.19) No matter what industry or department you work in, public speaking is typically part of the job. And whether you need to present for two minutes on the results of your latest marketing and sales campaign, or thirty minutes on your team’s goals and results for the quarter, it more…
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What Is a Virtual Classroom?
Owl Labs Blog – 5.23.19 (5.22.19) If you’re interested in learning a new skill, expanding a skillset you already have, or pursuing an advanced degree, it can be challenging to make the time for class if you’re a working professional. That’s where online learning comes in. Nowadays, you can take one-off training courses or even…
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16 of the Best Podcasts for Remote Workers
Owl Labs Blog – 5.15.19 Remote work encompasses a new era in the business world of job flexibility, autonomy, and personal growth. Telecommuters have more independence when it comes to balancing their work day and projects, making every remote worker their own boss in some way. Read more: 16 of the Best Podcasts for Remote Workers