As an employee, you have many rights and obligations. You will find a lot of essential information about your rights and obligations as a worker, as well as advice for your career or for your personal development.
Its such a common position that we almost dont notice it anymore:someone sitting in front of a computer and leaning their head forward to get a better look at the screen. But this seemingly harmless position compresses the neck and over time can lead to fatigue, headaches, poor concentration, increa
Now that the new year has begun and the old has passed, you may have had a period of reflection and planning. “How did 2018 go? Have I achieved everything I wanted? How can I make 2019 my best year yet?” This thinking inevitably leads to the development of new resolutions. Often a new job is also on
Getting success on social media platforms is not easy; if it was easy anyone could do it. It takes effort and experience in understanding which tactics and techniques will deliver lasting results that allow a company not only to stay competitive in a particular niche, but also to stand out. So here
We all want to be successful. Its that promise to finally reach the light at the end of the tunnel that inspires us to stick around — even when the going gets tough. Yes, success is always the end goal. But stop and ask yourself this:Do you really have a clear idea of what it is? Or do you only wo
Through various campaigns, the government and education have been trying for years to interest girls in training in technology. And it has worked! The number of women taking technical training has risen sharply. But unfortunately not all those women who have received technical training go to work in
Promotion is something that is indispensable for companies, regardless of their size. However, if youre just starting out, its almost the most important thing to do:get your organization widely known. How do you do that? For example, by using promotional gifts. You may think that promotional product
New research suggests that knowing people in high and diverse positions can be good or bad for your health. The guilty? Economic inequality. The study examines the relationship between a persons health and the socio-economic status of their social contacts — whats called entering status. The idea is
You have a brilliant plan! You want to start a business in the hospitality industry. Starting a hospitality business, be it a cafe, restaurant, food truck or bed and breakfast, requires extensive planning. Starting a new business is always a risk. So take the time to prepare well. The right location
Research has examined long-held beliefs that success in school and career is due to more than just high intelligence. Non-cognitive skills are also important. The study is the first to systematically review the entire literature on the effects of non-cognitive skills in children aged 12 years or you
Most of us spend a significant portion of our workday sending or responding to emails. As the number of emails grows, so does the number of email threats. As hackers become more skilled, security professionals are working hard to keep up with the pace. However, email remains an important vulnerable
Communication after work can lead to burnout and stress, especially if it comes from a phone call, according to new research. The researchers found that emails, phone calls and text messages have different consequences for employees. “The technology you use is important,” said the studys co-author.
An extremely cluttered personal space seems to lead people to believe that the owner of that space is more neurotic and less pleasant, according to new research. Psychologists explored the degree of chaos in ones workspace and how it affects the owners perception of personality. In three experiments
In 2015, the Work and Security Act (Wwz) was introduced. Recent research shows that more than 80% of the Dutch do not know how the dismissal rights work under the new legislation. “This does not surprise me,” says employment lawyer Ramon van Lieshout. Research The survey was conducted by research a
Investing can of course be interesting. It can yield more in the long run than saving. But when is the right time to start investing? What amounts do you start with, how do you choose the right investment product and is it actually not difficult and risky? When:the right time to start A changed si
When you have frenemies in your life it can be really annoying, but when you work with them it can be downright difficult. Having a love-hate relationship with a coworker is easier said than done. So what can you do to make working with a frenemy bearable? Here are five ways to deal with frenemies a
Traditional statistics have enabled researchers to understand what things — such as education, occupation, and gender — predict how much a person will earn. Now, in the first study of its kind, researchers have used machine learning to estimate the importance of these factors, finding that a persons
Everyone who works, does business, be it employees or employers, entrepreneurs or investors. So its no surprise that the principles of business success can be translated into your own success – whatever your profession. Here are six ingredients for success that everyone can use for their progress.
You have been working for the same company for a long time, you get along well with your colleagues and you think you are happy with your permanent contract. But then… A conversation with your manager that indicates that your contract will be terminated. Hey?!? Your first reaction may be anger, and
Whether youre looking for a new job or just want to move up the ladder in your current career, there are plenty of books on the market with advice that can help you. We list the newest copies here. Little Black Book Working Womens GuideLittle Black Book is a pocket-sized handbook packed with inspir
Many people now live together. Whether its with friends, parents, children or with your partner, living together can have an effect on what you have to pay in tax. In some cases, when you start living together, you are suddenly tax partners of each other and you may have to pay hundreds to thousands