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To-Do Traps: Why Lists Lead to Delays

To-Do Traps: Why Lists Lead to Delays

“Ditch the to-do list. I'll bet you half the tasks on there have been there for six months--or more. If you really want to get it done, put it in your calendar. If it's not in there, it wasn't as important as you thought in the first place.” - Kevin Kruse. (Source:...

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Guide to Ethics in Social Media Marketing

Guide to Ethics in Social Media Marketing

"Deceiving customers to achieve financial gain is ethically wrong. On the other hand, establishing trust through honest interactions is an ethical gain, and is more likely to lead you to financial gain as well." - Michael White.   Ethical marketing practices are...

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How Effective Are Flyers in the 2020s?

How Effective Are Flyers in the 2020s?

"Flyers are marketing material that your customers can touch and keep. They offer a fantastic opportunity to provide value to recipients in a way that online ads don't. If you take the time to create a beautiful and memorable flyer, there's a better chance that...

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Should I Avoid Multitasking? Why?

Should I Avoid Multitasking? Why?

“According to neuroscientists, our brains aren’t built to do more than one thing at a time. And when we try to multitask, we damage our brains in ways that negatively affect our well-being, mental performance and productivity.” - Mayo Oshin.     Multitasking...

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How to Build Customer Trust in Retail

How to Build Customer Trust in Retail

“Trust blossoms when companies prioritize it, develop strategies to build it, track metrics that can show them when and where to change course and then consistently apply those learnings over not just days and weeks but years and decades.” - Hayden Harrison.  ...

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What is Employee Risk-Taking in Organizations?

What is Employee Risk-Taking in Organizations?

"The biggest risk is not taking any risk. In a world that's changing really quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks." - Mark Zuckerberg.  The concept of employee risk-taking stands out as a catalyst for innovation and progress, yet it...

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Why Does HR Need A Strategic Vision?

Why Does HR Need A Strategic Vision?

“A vision is the embodiment of our hopes and dreams in a particular area; the picture of what has not yet happened, but what the future may hold. In business, having a clear vision is absolutely critical. It is an extremely powerful tool to achieve the results you...

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How to Implement Personalized SMS Marketing!

How to Implement Personalized SMS Marketing!

"The SMS marketing industry will be worth $12.6 billion by 2025 with a CAGR of 20.3% over six years." - Luisa Zhou.   As the consumer trend toward personalized messaging continues to evolve, SMS marketing has become an increasingly important part of business...

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Is it Time to Incorporate My Small Business?

Is it Time to Incorporate My Small Business?

Are you a small business owner wondering if it's time to incorporate your business? Consider your business’s current circumstances:   Is your business demonstrating financial stability with consistent revenue and profitability over $100,000 per year? Do you want...

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How to Conduct Personal Self-Audits

How to Conduct Personal Self-Audits

“The point of the audit is not to see every missed step; it’s to find any kind of trend you can work to resolve,” - Teri Weber, Spring Consulting Group.     Personal Self-audits serve as practical tools for self-improvement and professional performance...

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Leadership Styles: What is Rotating Leadership?

Leadership Styles: What is Rotating Leadership?

“Rotating leadership encourages team members to share the burden of responsibility, and it helps to create an environment where everyone feels responsible for the team's success.” - Dr. Rodney King, Ph.D.   Rotating leadership is a dynamic and inclusive style of...

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Immersive Retail: What is it? Why is it a Trend?

Immersive Retail: What is it? Why is it a Trend?

"Retail environments have become places where consumers look for unique and memorable experiences, not just products. Compared to traditional retail environments, space becomes "alive" and gives customers the opportunity to interact actively with the brand, and on all...

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How to End Unproductive Conversations at Work

How to End Unproductive Conversations at Work

"Employees spend an average of 40% of their workday engaged in non-productive, inefficient communication." (Source: Zipdo)   In a work setting, an unproductive conversation typically resembles talking in circles without a clear purpose or end goal. It's often...

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Thanksgiving to American Customers

Thanksgiving to American Customers

Dear Valued Customers, As the 2023 Thanksgiving season approaches, we want to take the time to express our gratitude to each and every one of you. Your support and trust in TimeWellScheduled have been essential to our success, and we are truly thankful for the...

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A DIY Guide to Cost-Benefit Analysis

A DIY Guide to Cost-Benefit Analysis

"With everything in business, the benefits gained should exceed the cost incurred." ― Hendrith Vanlon Smith Jr. Making smart, data-driven decisions is the cornerstone of successful business management. Cost-benefit analysis (CBA) is a powerful method that helps...

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Happy Halloween, TimeWellScheduled Customers!

Happy Halloween, TimeWellScheduled Customers!

We want to wish you and your family a happy and safe Halloween filled with plenty of treats and spooky fun. As you continue to use TimeWellScheduled for your workforce management needs, we're grateful for your trust and support.  Enjoy the day, whether dressing up in...

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Is it possible to Fix A Toxic Work Environment?

Is it possible to Fix A Toxic Work Environment?

"Toxic workplaces are not only costly — they are also common. Our research on large U.S. employers found that approximately 1 in 10 workers experience their workplace culture as toxic, an estimate that is in line with other studies." - MIT Sloan Review.   Yes, it...

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What is Workplace Conflict of Interest?

What is Workplace Conflict of Interest?

“An apparent conflict of interest is one which a reasonable person would think that the professional's judgment is likely to be compromised.”  - Michael McDonald.   Conflicts of interest (COI) can enter the workplace, undermining trust, fairness, and employee...

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Key Retail Touchpoints For Physical Stores

Key Retail Touchpoints For Physical Stores

"Customers may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel." - Horst Schulze, Co-founder of Ritz-Carlton.   In retail, "touchpoints" matter. These customer-brand interactions are pivotal moments that can either build a robust and...

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Thanksgiving Message to Customers

Thanksgiving Message to Customers

Dear Canadian Customers, Thank you for choosing TimeWellScheduled. We want to express our deep appreciation for your partnership during this Thanksgiving season. Your unwavering support and trust in us have nurtured mutual growth and improvement. We hope your...

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The Trend Toward Dog-Friendly Retail Shopping

The Trend Toward Dog-Friendly Retail Shopping

"Millions of dog owners are more likely to visit a business that allows their four-legged friend inside, which is why we've always welcomed dogs into all of our Metro Bank stores" - Jessica Myers, Marketing Director, Metro Bank.   Embracing a dog-friendly retail...

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How to Manage Workplace Conflict and Disputes

How to Manage Workplace Conflict and Disputes

"In 2022, there were 73,485 workplace discrimination charges in the USA, resulting in more than $39 million in damages for victims in federal court. This does not include hundreds of millions in damages granted by state and district courts" (Source: EEOC)....

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Reach New Customers with Pop-Up Retail

Reach New Customers with Pop-Up Retail

"Pop-up Shops make people feel like they're getting something special that's only around for a short time, so they have to go there" - Valentino Teoli.  Pop-up retail is an innovative and cost-effective strategy, enabling brands to reach and engage new customers. With...

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Learn How to Say No Gracefully

Learn How to Say No Gracefully

"The difference between successful people and really successful people is that really successful people say no to almost everything." - Warren Buffett.  When life gets demanding, it's important to remember that saying no isn't just an option; it's a necessity for...

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How Can Businesses Support Grieving Employees?

How Can Businesses Support Grieving Employees?

“Grief can be a burden, but also an anchor. You get used to the weight, how it holds you in place.” -Sarah Dessen.  Supporting grieving employees is not just a moral obligation but also has significant implications for the business. When an employee experiences a...

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The Benefits & Power of Celebrating Small Wins

The Benefits & Power of Celebrating Small Wins

"The great victory, which appears so simple today, was the result of a series of small victories that went unnoticed." - Paulo Coelho. Celebrating small wins is a crucial aspect of personal and organizational growth. Small wins represent the incremental achievements...

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How to Build Confidence in Peers & Coworkers

How to Build Confidence in Peers & Coworkers

"We gain strength, courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face ... we must do that which we think we cannot." - Eleanor Roosevelt. Confident employees play a pivotal role in driving organizational success. Their ability...

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What is the role of a Gatekeeper in Business?

What is the role of a Gatekeeper in Business?

Gatekeepers play a crucial role as intermediaries between salespeople and decision-makers. They probe, filter communication and determine who gets access to company leaders, and who does not,  optimizing their time and minimizing distractions. To excel, gatekeepers...

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10 Step Guide to Conducting Employee Surveys

10 Step Guide to Conducting Employee Surveys

“The way your employees feel is the way your customers will feel. And if your employees don’t feel valued, neither will your customers.” - Sybil F. Stershic. Employee surveys play a crucial role in understanding and improving various aspects of the workforce, such as...

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Talent Management: How to Mitigate Talent Risk?

Talent Management: How to Mitigate Talent Risk?

"51% of HR professionals surveyed ranked talent risk as the top risk to future growth" (HumanResourcesOnline) Talent risk significantly impacts productivity, employee satisfaction, and workforce stability. By proactively managing talent, businesses can mitigate these...

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Top 6 In-Demand Soft Skills Employers Love

Top 6 In-Demand Soft Skills Employers Love

"Take advantage of every opportunity to practice your communication skills so that when important occasions arise, you will have the gift, the style, the sharpness, the clarity, and the emotions to affect other people." – Jim Rohn, Entrepreneur. Managers often see...

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Leadership Styles – The Inspirational Leader

Leadership Styles – The Inspirational Leader

Inspirational Leaders are remarkable individuals with unique qualities that inspire their team and foster a sense of trust, engagement, and commitment. From remaining calm in stressful situations to actively listening and demonstrating resilience, inspirational...

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Guide to Employee Attendance Tracking

Guide to Employee Attendance Tracking

"Leaders affect the entire workplace. When leaders are late, it sends an irresponsible message to employees, which may lower morale; when leaders are punctual, it exhibits a work ethic to aspire to." - Johnson D. Elias. Employee attendance tracking ensures that...

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How to Improve Workforce Management Capabilities

How to Improve Workforce Management Capabilities

“Time Well Scheduled has been an excellent tool for our scheduling and HR purposes. It’s easy to use, and the support team is always responsive. They have also been open to building the infrastructure we need for our reporting purposes.” - Jon W. - Manager, Home...

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