Why Every Business Owner Needs to Worry about Health of Employees

April 30, 2015

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The employees are the lifeblood of a business. Without healthy employees that are capable of doing their jobs to peak efficiency even having the greatest products and business model will not enable a company to surpass the competition. The health of their employees should be the number one concern of every business. Because this is such an enormously important issue, Wellness Corporate Solutions (WCS) has initiated various wellness programs that are designed to be used by many different companies in an effort to assist them in maximizing production, reduce the cost of healthcare and determine the health risks for every employee. Here are some of the many reasons why the health of employees is very important.

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How Collaboration between HR and Marketing can Contribute to Business Success

April 7, 2015

Collaboration
Most large businesses have distinct departments that are responsible for taking care of their respective functions. This is required to provide a structure and avoid overlaps and gaps within the company. Small and medium businesses, on the other hand, function as one cohesive unit without having such distinct roles and responsibilities. This helps them take care of things rather quickly, which essential for the success of the business.

There are times when even large corporations can benefit from different departments working closely together. HR and Marketing are two such roles that have the potential to contribute to the business with effective collaboration. Here are some of the benefits of collaboration between HR and marketing departments.

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Business Solutions that Provide Strategic Advantage to Small Business

March 25, 2015

Small Business
Running a small business sometimes feels like navigating a ship in the middle of a storm in the ocean while you are still building the hull. There are hundreds of items on your mind at any given time and dozens of people vying for your attention. At the same time, you cannot afford to take your eye off the primary responsibility, which to manage and grow this business. Amidst this “chaos” your best bet is to look for solutions that make your life easier by offloading some of the tasks from your plate letting you focus on strategic aspects of the business. Here are some solutions that can do just that.

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7 Essential Teamwork Strategies for Small Business Success

March 22, 2015

Teamwork
“Teamwork is an individual skill.” – Avery, 2001

When team is effective, emotions of enjoyment overwhelm us leading to everyone in the team feeling satisfied. As productiveness increases, trust grows stronger and satisfaction enhances success and efficiency. The result is a productive team which easily reaches goals.

The question is how productive can teamwork be in a business setting? The answer can be quite simple: since we are egoistic beings and find content in success, if we commit ourselves to our team to that extent to be egoistic about it, our actions will be oriented toward the team succeeding.

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The Fruitful Benefits of Healthy Eating at Workplace

March 21, 2015

Fruits
There is a growing trend among businesses to promote healthy eating and exercise for their employees, and for the right reason. Unhealthy employees and sickness related to that costs businesses billions of dollars in health related expenses and lost productivity. Fruits and vegetables are proven to be the most healthy food choices.

Fruit boxes delivered to your work encourages healthy snacking and helps workers avoid vending machine temptations. Having fruit at work means that you are more likely to reach for an apple or a banana than something fattening and unhealthy from the vending machine. Fruit is nutritious, delicious and you can enjoy it anytime. The benefits of eating fruits are numerous, and doctors recommend eating five servings of fruit per day for optimal health.

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Effective Ways to Reduce Stress Levels at the Workplace

March 16, 2015

Stress
Do you feel anxious while working? Are you feeling that you work too much, and you simply do not feel happy? Are you afraid of losing your job? If the stress from your job is starting to seep to other areas of your life, then it must be time for a change. If you found yourself in the statements I’ve mentioned above, I have to tell you that even though a little bit of stress is natural, and it occurs daily only to remind us of important things in life, a lot of it can have devastating effects on both our mental and physical health. Understanding the importance of such a problem can give you enough time to start repairing things immediately, as stress will negatively influence everything you do.

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Three Strategies Successful Entrepreneurs Use for Business Success

March 9, 2015

Entreprener Success
These days many people from all walks of life are getting interested in leaving their jobs and pursuing their business dreams. If you have the will and desire to start your own business you should know that beginning to think and act like an entrepreneur is the first step to bring your vision to fruition. With that thought in mind, remember that there are a plethora of success habits that entrepreneurs need to cultivate in order to ensure that they are successful at becoming an entrepreneur and a businessman. Here are three characteristics of a successful entrepreneur:

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How to Use LinkedIn for Job Hunting and Hiring

February 26, 2015

Hiring
LinkedIn was launched to help professionals showcase their skills and experience to others. Since then it has evolved into comprehensive platform to help job hunters and hiring managers alike with the job hunting. With the new features being added on an ongoing basis you can not only showcase your skills, but also get endorsements, write professional articles and research companies. Similarly, hiring managers can post their jobs, screen potential employees and find the perfect employee for the job. This balance between job hunters and hiring manages has helped LinkedIn grow to become the go to place for professionals. Below we describe what LinkedIn has to offer to both communities.

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Job Opportunities in Mining Industry in Australia

February 25, 2015

Mining
Despite reports that the ‘mining boom’ is over and recent downturn in the industry, the resources sector is still a lucrative field in which to build a long and rewarding career. Those who are willing to work long hours and in demanding conditions can still find good opportunities with high pay and good benefits. Read on to find out some of the biggest employers in the industry and how you can start working towards a mining and resources career.

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Workplace Safety: How to Keep Employees Safe from Respiratory Issues

February 18, 2015

Respiratory Hazard
Some of the biggest ever claims made against companies by employees and former employees have been related to respiratory issues caused in the workplace. Things are getting better as we come to understand the impact of our surroundings on our bodies. However, this does not mean that you can afford to be careless. There are three primary areas that you need to consider to ensure the safety of your employees from harmful airborne chemicals and particles. You are after all responsible for their safety and well-being, as well as protection of your own interests.

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