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More Workers Telecommuting
Gas prices and high-tech tools have more employees working remotely, a survey finds. Read more
Worklife
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LGBT Employees Still Face Discrimination
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender employees continue frequently to report discrimination in the workplace, says a new UCLA report. Read more
Big Surprise: Most Workers Faking Sick Days
Last-minute absenteeism can cost employers in direct payroll losses, lost productivity, and staff morale, according to a new survey. Read more
Most Employees Peeved By Workplace Gossip
Gossiping at work and leaving a mess in communal spaces top the list of the biggest workplace pet peeves, according to a recent survey. Read more
Employees Feeling Underappreciated
Most workers prefer to receive thanks and appreciation in person, survey finds. Read more
The Dos and Don'ts of Office Dating -- for Employees and the Boss
You just might find that special someone in the next cubicle. But office relationships can also end in disaster. Here are some ways to avoid heartbreak -- an... Read more
Work-Life Balance Key for Job-Seekers
Oct. 31, 2006 -- Salary, benefits, and the opportunity for work-life balance are key deal-makers for job-seekers in considering a new job... Read more
Mother May I?
Having a workplace where women are supportive of other women's work-family issues can help businesses more successfully manage the lifestyle challenges emplo... Read more
7 Ways to Improve Employee Satisfaction
Good managers know that happy employees are loyal, productive employees. Below are seven areas to improve employee satisfaction. Read more
Employees View Leadership Through Lens of Work-Life Balance
June 8, 2005 --If your employees have trouble balancing work and life, odds are they have less confidence in you as a corporate leader, a ... Read more
Entrepreneurs Rank High in Work-Life Balance Survey
Sept. 2, 2005 --Despite the long hours, entrepreneurs have found a happy balance between work life and personal time according to a recent... Read more
Why You Should Take Your Kids to Work
This month is a good time to focus on creating a true work-life balance atmosphere in your organization. Today is "Take Our Daughters And Sons To ... Read more
Why Can't We Be Friends?
So you're working on site, and the first thing you notice when you sit down at your desk is the person right next to you -- a total babe. You think, "A me... Read more
New Hires Struggle to Fit In
Adjusting to a new workplace culture is a big challenge, employers say. Read more
Career and Family
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Flexible Work Arrangements
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Sexual Harassment
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Sick Leave and Personal Days
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Flu Shot Shortage Could Hurt Business Productivity
Oct. 14, 2004 --American workers may be at increased risk of catching the flu this season as a result of a shortage of vaccinations and th... Read more
Small Firms Offer Work-Life Balance
Jan. 30, 2007 -- The main benefit of working at a small business is a good work-life balance, according to a recent employee survey by Sa... Read more
Extended Parental Leave Irks Co-workers
September 12, 2005 --Executive moms and dads risk workplace resentment for taking time off to raise their kids, a recent survey showed.Read more
Younger Employees Lack Basic Skills
A new survey of employers finds that recent high school and college graduates fall short in a number of areas. Read more
Miss Management: Office Gossip
Each week, Inc. staff writer Nadine Heintz (Miss Management) will help you tackle office etiquette problems both big and small. <... Read more
What Do Workers Want?
Survey results on what employees want from their jobs. Read more
How to Hang on to Top Talent
A new survey says a third of companies will consider raises, while others may offer flexible working hours or bonuses. Read more
Office Romance
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Stress and Long Hours Prompt Employees to Lie, Cheat, and Steal
A new survey finds a connection between work-life balance and workplace ethics. Read more
When It's Time Leave the (Home) Office
There are two kinds of entrepreneurs; those who like working at home, and those who don't. Here's how to know when it's time to go. Read more
Are Your Employees Scared to Take Vacation?
A new survey found that two thirds of employees failed to use all of their vacation days last year. Is this a sign of increased productivity or a recipe for ... Read more
10 Ways the CEO Can Reduce Office Stress
The CEO of a company is in the unique position to set the mood for the entire staff. Here are 10 ways to create a Zen office environment. Read more
Economy Hurting Employee Morale
A survey finds a growing number of U.S. workers are worried about losing their jobs. Read more
Most Employees Believe They Can Outperform Their Bosses
Two-thirds of executives also say they would like to replace their bosses one day, according to a new survey. Read more
Hot Tip: Signing bonuses
Thanks to a tight labor market, signing bonuses for new employees are becoming increasingly common. "You don't have to be Bill Gates or Michael Jordan to ... Read more
It's just not that difficult!
I'm not that different from millions of other knowledge workers around the world: I sit at my desk every day and send out emails, make phone calls, create... Read more
Fewer People Die on the Job
Overall work-related fatalities fell by 6 percent last year, while homicides increased by 13 percent, according to new research. Read more
Get a Life!
When employers help staffers reach the right work-life ratio, both sides benefit. Read more
5 Good Reasons To Let Your Employees Work From Home
It seems telecommuting is finally hitting critical mass. According to a recent survey put out by Gartner Research, one in four Americans worked from home ... Read more
Sexual-Harassment Guides
Resource guides for understanding sexual harassment in the workplace. Read more
Screening For The Best Employees
There is hardly a chief executive officer around these days who doesn't swear, often publicly, that employees are a company's most important asset. In pr... Read more
Take Your Life Back: Work-Life Advice from the Inc. 500
It may be a challenge, but true work-life balance is not a myth, according to some of the nation's top entrepreneurs. Watch video
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