Tag: remote work

State Farm and Allstate Chart New Paths in Workplace Policies

Marc
State Farm and Allstate Workplace Policies

State Farm Ends EV Charging in Parking Garages State Farm employees who drive electric vehicles (EVs) are facing new challenges after the company decided to remove EV charging stations from its parking garages. The shift began on October 28 at its Illinois headquarters and will expand to all locations nationwide due to fire safety concerns. A company message shared with employees described the decision as a precautionary measure aimed at maintaining a safe environment. After assessments by local fire departments and workplace safety teams, risks associated with EV-related fires in…

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Unlocking Seasonal Secrets: How Business Owners Can Boost Productivity and Sales Year-Round!

H. Cutner
How Business Owners Can Boost Productivity and Sales Year-Round!

Seasonal Productivity Trends: A Guide for Business Owners As a business owner, understanding the seasonal ebbs and flows of employee productivity can be an invaluable asset. Not only can it help you schedule performance reviews and set realistic sales objectives, but it can also assist in predicting sales numbers and timing new policy writing for insurance agencies. Let’s delve into seasonal productivity trends and provide actionable advice for optimizing business operations throughout the year. Understanding the ‘August Slump’ The “August Slump” is a well-documented period of decreased productivity that many…

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Easy Ways to Create the Ultimate Home Office

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Over the last few years, more and more people have transitioned into a remote working scenario. To be sure, working from home carries with it a variety of benefits for businesses and employees alike. For starters, by not having employees in the office five days a week, a business can save a great deal on the cost of keeping things running. Moreover, employee satisfaction is higher in many cases because people are no longer spending an inordinate amount of time commuting. In general, this has allowed for a more balanced…

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