No one has all the answers. That means asking questions is one of the most important skills you can master, whether you’re talking to employees, friends, or children. Questions should be short, simple, and concrete—easy to understand and think about. To use questions effectively, though, you must know what kinds of questions to ask.
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Stamp out foot problems!
Anyone who works in the industrial, technical, or engineering fields knows that when your feet hurt, working is not easy. As professionals who spend a lot of time on their feet, these individuals know the importance of taking special care to protect their feet at work. An injured foot, or any foot-related problem, can cause discomfort, pain, and fatigue — and when you’re tired, you’re more prone to accidents. So take these “safety steps” toward healthy feet:
Continue reading »The Changing Face of Retirement
The traditional concept of whiling away your retirement days playing golf just doesn’t appeal to lots of people anymore–or it isn’t an option in an age of economic turmoil.
Continue reading »Shifting into Shift Work
Most of us aren’t used to working all night, but we may be called to do so. Here are some strategies to get into the groove of working the night shift:
Continue reading »Customizable Safety Checklist
Your safety and health on the job depends on your ability to identify hazards and take proper precautions. An effective
Continue reading »Online Social Networking Sites Transform Job Search
Word of mouth has always been a powerful marketing agent. When marketing yourself and your skills while searching for a
Continue reading »New Study in NSC Journal Aims To Enhance Behavioral Approach to Workplace Safety
A new study in the National Safety Council’s Journal of Safety Research advances the field and effective use of behavioral
Continue reading »Jobs for the Future: The Automotive Industry
With official unemployment reaching new highs and the Bureau of Labor Statistics reporting that the number of unemployed people increased
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