Authors: Stephanie Figy

Home Office Essentials: How to Make Work a Sanctuary

Stephanie Figy | Apr 22, 2018

Whether you are a full-time freelancer pumping out work emails 9-5, hustling on the side, or pursuing creative passions, the home office serves as a sanctuary.

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How Do Remote Employees Benefit Employers?

Stephanie Figy | Mar 18, 2018

Looking to save some money in the 2018 budget? How about $11,000 worth? That is the average amount of money an employer saves annually by allowing just one worker to telecommute half the time, according to a recent report from Global Analytics and FlexJobs.

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Easy Ways to Go Green at the Office

Stephanie Figy | Feb 18, 2018

Through recycling, composting, using energy efficient appliances, and much more, people are more eco-minded than ever in their homes and daily lives. But with one-third of every day spent at work, it is well worth considering how to create a sustainable office.

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Say Cheese! Top Tips for Taking Your Family Photos

Stephanie Figy | Jan 21, 2018

In today’s high-tech, selfie-dominated world, we see more photos on a Facebook wall than a dining room wall. And with the hustle and bustle, it can be hard to find time to schedule family portraits.

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5 Tips to Effectively Manage Your Remote Employees

Stephanie Figy | Dec 17, 2017

What started out as a gig economy has quickly transformed into a thriving remote workforce that continues to grow. In fact, according to the Society for Human Resource Management, roughly three-quarters of U.

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How to Be Productive When You Work from Home

Stephanie Figy | Nov 19, 2017

Working from home. For some, these words bring to mind pajamas, fuzzy socks, and uninterrupted hours of productivity from the comfort of one’s bed. But the reality can be dishes, laundry, Netflix, and running errands before getting home and realizing you haven’t accomplished a single work task.

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How to Live on a Tight College Student Budget

Stephanie Figy | Oct 15, 2017

Let’s face it — thinking about a budget during college is hard. From the textbooks and tuition to housing, and oh yeah, basic things like eating, the costs add up.

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5 Best Interview Questions to Ask Prospective Employees

Stephanie Figy | Sep 17, 2017

Hiring new employees costs businesses a lot of money — $4,129 on average, according to a survey by the Society for Human Resource Management. With such high stakes, hiring the right employee proves crucial, and that goes beyond whether the individual can do the job.

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