Productivity What Is Lateral Communication and How to Foster It in The Workplace? July 31, 2023 by Nikola Baldikov With technology evolving at tremendous speed, new business opportunities emerge daily. This implies the creation of new jobs, roles, and, ultimately, the development of new skills. Having multiple domain-related skills has proven to boost careers, making professionals highly desirable. Nevertheless, when making hiring decisions, many companies would instead focus more on a candidate’s soft skills, […] Read more »
Instant Messaging Cyber Dust App Review: Taking Secure Messaging Seriously July 31, 2023 by Nikola Baldikov How safe are your private messages? Once you’ve sent a message from your phone and it’s no longer in your control, who has access to it and where is it stored? Different messaging apps answer this question in different ways. Some use end-to-end encryption to make sure no one—even the app owners—has access to your […] Read more »
Productivity What is Nonverbal Communication, and Why is It Important? July 21, 2023 by Radina Skortcheva Nonverbal communication is crucial in our everyday lives. Whether it’s work, at home, or in the wider world, we all rely on nonverbal cues to understand each other. In recent years in particular, the impact of nonverbal communication in the workplace has become increasingly evident. With more team members now working remotely, face-to-face interactions are […] Read more »
Productivity Emotional Barriers to Effective Communication in the Workplace: How to Overcome Them July 20, 2023 by Nikola Baldikov As technology evolves and new communication and mediums continue to emerge, more and more obstacles to effective communication arise as well. One of the most common roadblocks being emotional barriers. Surely everyone can think of a situation when their emotions got the best of them and got in the way of effective communication, right? As […] Read more »
Productivity Intranet vs. Extranet: The Main Differences Explained July 18, 2023 by Stefan Chekanov In today’s digitized work sphere, many companies use the internet, intranet, and extranet for different purposes. While all of them assist business and communication, they are inherently different types of networks. For most of us, the concept of the internet is pretty straightforward, but understanding the unique differences between intranets and extranets can be a […] Read more »
Productivity Building the Ideal Work Environment: A Simple Guide July 10, 2023 by Radina Skortcheva The question “what is your ideal work environment?” is becoming increasingly common in job interviews. Today’s talented employees want to work in environments that nurture their creativity, skills and spirit. At the same time, team leaders are searching for dedicated, engaged professionals, who are productive and motivated at work. Focusing on developing an ideal work […] Read more »
Productivity 20 Must-Use Communication Platforms to Enhance Business Efficiency and Collaboration July 6, 2023 by Nikola Baldikov The demand for communication platforms is high. Already a billion-dollar industry, the communication software sector is expected to grow at 10.3% CAGR globally by 2031. Corresponding with this huge growth, businesses today have tons of options to boost communication. This can make it difficult to figure out the right platform to choose. To help you navigate, […] Read more »
Productivity What Is a Toxic Work Environment? The Signs of a Toxic Workplace and How to Fix Them July 3, 2023 by Radina Skortcheva Are you dealing with a toxic work environment? There are days when everyone struggles with work. We all have challenging weeks, painful Mondays, and difficult tasks to overcome from time to time. The occasional bad day doesn’t create a toxic work environment. However, if you’re constantly overwhelmed by stress, are unable to communicate effectively with […] Read more »
