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The Art of Building Rapport with Your Colleagues: 5 Key Techniques

Imagine you walk into an office buzzing with energy. Teammates collaborate smoothly, conversations flow naturally, and you feel part of a well-oiled machine. This isn’t a daydream – it’s what workplaces look like when colleagues share strong rapport. Here are 5 techniques to do just that.

How to Develop Strong Professional Bonds: 12 Key Steps

Photo of Tsvetelina Hinova Tsvetelina Hinova 10 October 2023
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Starting a new job can feel like navigating a maze. The secret to mastering unfamiliar workplaces is building genuine relationships with your coworkers. Here is relationship-building in eight manageable steps.

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14 Ways to Stay Productive When You’re Bored at Work

Photo of Andy Cakebread Andy Cakebread 06 October 2023
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Ever glanced at the clock, convinced it’s been hours, only to find out a mere five minutes have passed? Or maybe you’ve found yourself lost in the depths of your chair, eyes glazing over the umpteenth spreadsheet? Then check these 14 game-changing strategies to blow boredom away.

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Elevate Your Career with These 8 Personal Development Goals

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Ever stared at that lukewarm cup of office coffee and thought, “If only my career could have the same caffeine kick!” Sometimes our professional lives can feel like they’re stuck on repeat. We dive into eight personal development goals that are sure to spice up your nine-to-five.

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Let’s Party! 20 Virtual Birthday Bash Ideas for Your Coworkers

Photo of Tsvetelina Hinova Tsvetelina Hinova 28 September 2023
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Who says you can’t throw confetti and have a blast in the virtual world? The distance between you and your coworkers shouldn’t dim the dazzle of birthday celebrations. Here are our 20 unforgettable virtual birthday bash ideas. 

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Establishing Trust in Your Workplace: 12 Highly Effective Approaches

Photo of Andy Cakebread Andy Cakebread 25 September 2023
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Trust is the foundation that turns an ordinary group of coworkers into an effective team. A team that works together to improve staff morale and achieve common goals. Unfortunately, in the absence of trust, tensions emerge. Here are 12 effective strategies to strengthen trust in your workplace.

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Saying Thank You to Coworkers: 30 Messages That Hit the Mark

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Imagine an office where everyone feels seen, valued, and most importantly, appreciated. It sounds like a perfect work environment, doesn’t it? Well, it’s easier to create than you might think through the magic of two words – “thank you.” Here are 30 tried-and-tested thank-you messages that work.

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Boost Your Remote Working Skills with These 15 Tips

Photo of Tsvetelina Hinova Tsvetelina Hinova 19 September 2023
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The future of work is right in your living room. How do we turn our homes from comfort zones to bustling productivity hubs? We've got 15 tips that promise to elevate your remote work game. 

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20 Office Christmas Party Ideas to Brighten Up the Holiday Season

Photo of Andy Cakebread Andy Cakebread 15 September 2023
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It’s that time of year again! Yes, the office Christmas party. Add a hearty “Ho, ho, ho!” to your office festivities with our guide to sprinkling some festive fun into the run up to Christmas.

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The Art of Active Listening: Enhancing Communication and Understanding at Work

Photo of Tsvetelina Hinova Tsvetelina Hinova 13 September 2023
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Have you ever been stuck in one of those meetings where everyone's playing a high-stakes game of “Who Can Pretend to Listen the Best?” Active listening plays a massive role in workplace dynamics. This article from Thankbox offers 20 techniques to improve your active listening skills.

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