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Jessica Thiefels

Jessica Thiefels has been writing and editing for more than 10 years and recently stepped down from a senior marketing position to focus on growing her own startup and consulting for small businesses. She's written for sites such as Lifehack, Inman, Manta, StartupNation and more. Follow her on Twitter @Jlsander07 for more small business tips and ideas.
Picture of Jessica Thiefels

Jessica Thiefels

Jessica Thiefels has been writing and editing for more than 10 years and recently stepped down from a senior marketing position to focus on growing her own startup and consulting for small businesses. She's written for sites such as Lifehack, Inman, Manta, StartupNation and more. Follow her on Twitter @Jlsander07 for more small business tips and ideas.
How to Boost Office Security Without Ruining Workplace Culture

How to Boost Office Security Without Ruining Workplace Culture

According to FindLaw, employees have the right to expect a certain level of security in their workplace. FindLaw explains that employee rights include, “[The] right to a safe workplace free of dangerous conditions, toxic substances, and other potential safety hazards.” It’s easy to assume no employee would ever harm another or that there would be an issue with toxic substances—but the reality is you need to be sure you’ve put safety measures in place just in case an event like this occurs. If something does happen your organization can say they took the appropriate steps to avoid the issue from happening. So, how

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5 Ways to Boost Employee Connections—And Why it Matters

5 Ways to Boost Employee Connections—And Why it Matters

Employees don’t just work 40 hours a week because they want to. They come into work day after day for a mix of reasons, likely including a passion for what they do and to make the money they need to live their lives. When either of those is stagnant, however—I.E. you haven’t been able to give raises this year or employees are burnt out on a challenging project—there’s one other thing that keeps them coming back: their work friendships. That’s just one reason why it’s important to boost employee connections at work. Learn more about the wide range of benefits along

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6 Inexpensive Ways to Celebrate Your Employees This Holiday Season

This year, it’s not just about the bonus. Employers are getting more and more creative with the ways that they reward their employees after a long year of hard work. Unfortunately, for small businesses with a budget to match, it can be hard to find ways to make employees really feel special—a potluck lunch isn’t exactly exciting. However, there are plenty of ways to spoil your employees without emptying your business bank account. Here are six ways every boss can show their appreciation this year. Host a Holiday-Themed Activity From a secret Santa gift swap to a Christmas-themed office scavenger hunt,

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