It would be nice if everything at work was smooth sailing, butterflies and rainbows, with everyone working in a perfect rhythm. We all know that that’s not the case, and work can be stressful. There can always be tricky situations for even the most confident people to face. For some, it might be getting in front of a big group and making a presentation or standing in front of the boardroom and doing a speech. Someone who is facing these types of situations, do not worry! Here

Have you found yourself in a lull or in need of some inspiration for your small business? It can be difficult to stay motivated as a small business owner, whether you've been in the game for a while or just looking to start your brand. Check out some of our favorite reads for this week to help small businesses, even in COVID era. Here are some great ways to revamp your local business today! The New Rules for Landing a Job in the COVID Era 4 Tips for Promoting Your Small Busin

What should we expect from the job market now? Well, a lot has changed since May. With everything being more virtual now, it is vital that you refresh your technical skills to keep things running smoothly, especially if you are working remotely. You absolutely have to be willing to engage with your fellow employees and colleagues on a daily basis to maintain some form of social normality, as well as understand how everyone works inside and outside of the office. Understanding

Recently, the P&T team has been utilizing webinars to promote our services virtually! We have had some great feedback so far, and people are able to learn about professional development for free, but it makes us wonder--how important are these virtual events? With everything becoming more virtual dependent, P&T, along with other small businesses, are quickly adapting and using resources that allow our content to stay accessible while prioritizing your health. So, why are webi

While the world slowly becomes more digital and work slowly becomes more remote, it's time to start doing things ourselves. Whether it's stepping into multiple roles or picking up slack from around the "office", there are plenty of great (and free!) business tools that connect you and your work effortlessly to your coworkers, boss, or maybe your own customers. Anyone on your team can navigate these easy apps and allow your business to run smoothly no matter where you are! Bel

At P&T, one of our top favorite shows is The Office. If you haven’t seen this show, better start now. It is leaving Netflix soon and is the perfect summer binge. Check out our list below and see how you can learn from these bosses and see which one you may be! Michael Scott: The Office wouldn’t be The Office without Michael Scott. Although Michael often says things that are awkward and off-putting, throughout the show, his character often proves his knowledge around the paper

Whether you just started a job or are a familiar face around the office, connecting with coworkers can be awkward! How do you bridge the gap between surface-level coworkers and dependable friends? Investing in the people around you not only makes work more productive but also makes your time at a company meaningful, even after you leave! Look out for a few simple tips to create positive connections around the workplace! Connections: Don’t be afraid to connect online through s

Having a sick day or a Friday night in (maybe both)? We all know that Netflix feels like the same old thing over and over again! Check out the ultimate Best Business Movie List below that focuses on everything from corporate America to just making tough decisions in everyday life. Moneyball In this movie, Billy Beane, general manager for the Oakland A’s, risks it all to reinvent the baseball recruitment process. Pouring more time into the player’s stats over their physical ap

Let’s talk about your office space. Whether it’s your home away from home or four grey walls, keeping it clean and organized can boost your productivity and positive atmosphere. Keeping your space neat says so much about professional character and consideration for others in a shared space. Need some help on how to get started? Keep reading! Trash: Stash your stink and take out your trash! Get rid of old papers, smelly food, and empty mail! Don’t build up a trash tower, but r

So you were just assigned to go on a business trip. Maybe it is across the world or just a conference up the street. Either way, a business trip, far or near, reflects how your employers see you. You are trusted enough to represent your company, brand, and mission. Although business trips can often be inconvenient and tiring, take advantage of this hidden opportunity! This could be your leg up in the company, or maybe just a small way to build your rep around the workplace. T

Happy New Year! A new decade of possibilities! It is easy to continue the New Year and treat it as any other work day. But a New Year is the perfect time to do reflections, revamping, and reorganization. What are your goals? What do you want to change for the new year? No need for some deep spring cleaning quite yet, but it is good to start slowly cleaning out your phone, inbox, and especially social media for future employers and others interested in your profile. Keeping yo

Guest post written by Karen Weeks: Things change as we get older. Our bodies lose some of their vibrancy over the years, making illness and limited mobility more likely. We go through challenging times emotionally as people we care about pass away, we step away from our careers, and we lose some of our independence. In some cases, our cognitive abilities wane. While change is a fact of life, it doesn’t mean that you must accept a declining quality of life in your golden years

"Do I really need a LinkedIn profile?" This is a question that we often get asked by clients who are either starting out or who are knee deep into the job application process. And the answer is easy....YES! While it might not seem like a platform that would reap many benefits, LinkedIn has become the #1 professional social networking platform in the world. In fact, did you know that LinkedIn has actually been around longer than Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram? The

Our youngest brother Colin says a lot of…..interesting things. Things like “baths are overrated” or “sprouted grain bread tastes really good.” He does say some smart stuff too, just more rarely. For example, he shared a quote with me the other day that has been percolating since: “What we practice grows stronger.” I like this quote, as it presents a very clean and clear approach to our daily lives: what are going to practice each day? What skill, emotion, action are we going

Sharing an interesting article this week from USA Today: Read below (or click the link)! ADP which covers how the job market is leading to a more difficult hiring process for companies. https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2018/05/30/adp-expected-report-190-000-private-sector-job-gains-may/653584002/ "After two months of weather-related volatility, the skies may have cleared for the labor market in May. Payroll processor ADP said Wednesday that businesses added 178,000 jobs,

Goooood morning Vietnam! Welcome back to our second installment of business lessons we can derive from The Office, one of the “best” examples we have of the 9-5 grind available on Netflix. Meeting Mania “Conference Room. Five Minutes” is arguably Michael’s most widely used directive to his team. The Dunder Mifflin gang easily meets over 100 times throughout the show for matters such as ageism in the workplace, sexual harassment and about fifty other corporate initiatives Mich

I think every college senior believes that their first place of employment will resemble Dunder Mifflin. In reality, the professional realm does not allow for beets or Battlestar Galactica nearly as often as one would hope. Thankfully, Netflix allows us the opportunity to binge the show constantly so we can get our fill of jello-encased mugs while we’re not at work. Recently, while watching an episode for the 3,987,654th time, I started thinking about what I’ve learned regard