Staying updated with tech trends is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. Technology evolves at a rapid pace, and keeping up with the latest advancements can significantly enhance your efficiency and the overall productivity of your office. Here’s why staying current with tech trends is essential and how you can stay on top of the latest developments. The Importance of … [Read more...] about Stay Tech-Savvy: Trends Every Office Manager Should Know
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Why Your Office Website Needs to Be Mobile-Friendly—and What You Can Do About It
In today’s world, your website is often the first impression people get of your office. Whether you’re in consulting, manufacturing, a creative endeavour, financial or another sector, chances are high that potential clients or customers are finding you on their phones. If your website isn’t mobile-friendly, you could be missing out on important opportunities—and not even know … [Read more...] about Why Your Office Website Needs to Be Mobile-Friendly—and What You Can Do About It
Banish Bad Passwords
One of the simplest—and most overlooked—security threats in any office is weak passwords. They might seem harmless, but bad passwords are like leaving the front door unlocked. All it takes is one compromised login to give hackers access to sensitive data, client information, or internal systems. The good news? It’s one of the easiest problems to fix. It starts with … [Read more...] about Banish Bad Passwords
How to Track Employee Hours: A Guide for Office Managers
Keeping track of employee hours might not be the most glamorous part of your job, but it’s one of the most important. Whether you're managing a bustling office or a small, hybrid team, accurate time tracking keeps payroll on target, ensures compliance, and gives you visibility into how your team spends their time. The good news? There are more options than ever to make this … [Read more...] about How to Track Employee Hours: A Guide for Office Managers
Tracking ROI on Office Technology: Is Your Investment Paying Off?
In today’s fast-paced work environment, investing in the right technology can be a game-changer for productivity and efficiency. But with so many tools, apps, and software solutions available, it’s easy to overspend—or end up with systems that don’t deliver the results you expected. To make sure your office technology investments are truly paying off, it’s important to track … [Read more...] about Tracking ROI on Office Technology: Is Your Investment Paying Off?
Choosing and Using Project Management Software: A Guide for Office Managers
No matter what industry you’re in, if your team juggles tasks, deadlines, and collaboration, project management software can be a game changer. Whether you're running the front office of a design firm, overseeing operations in a manufacturing company, or managing a busy corporate team, the right project management tool can bring order to the chaos, make you look like a rock … [Read more...] about Choosing and Using Project Management Software: A Guide for Office Managers
The Freelance Future Is Now
By Lynne Curry Forget the corner office—today’s top talent wants freedom, not fluorescent lighting. In 2025, more than one in four U.S. skilled knowledge workers—designers, coders, copywriters, consultants—now fly solo as freelancers. That’s not a side hustle boom; it marks a structural shift for the workplace in 2025, where professionals no longer live in office … [Read more...] about The Freelance Future Is Now
Offering AI Upskilling as a Job Benefit: A Smart Move for Office Managers
You’re always thinking about how to support your team, boost productivity, and stay competitive in a changing workplace. One way to do all three? Offer AI upskilling as an employee benefit. You’ve probably heard plenty of buzz about artificial intelligence transforming industries—but the practical question is: how can your team keep up? The answer might be simpler than you … [Read more...] about Offering AI Upskilling as a Job Benefit: A Smart Move for Office Managers
Is AI Pushing You Into a Career Change?
By Lynne Curry Tish spent fifteen years as a legal assistant. She’d honed her skills and mastered the ins and outs of case files and court scheduling. She knew the quirks of each of her senior partners. A year ago new software rolled in—AI tools that scanned thousands of pages of case law in seconds, summarized legal documents with eerie precision, and auto-generated … [Read more...] about Is AI Pushing You Into a Career Change?
Jobs to Tackle in May: A Guide for Office Managers
May can feel like a balancing act. You’re deep into the year’s momentum, but summer vacations, mid-year reviews, and budget planning are right around the corner. It’s the perfect time to knock out a few key projects that will keep your office running smoothly through the busy months ahead. Here’s a look at some smart jobs to tackle in May. 1. Mid-Year Planning and Goal … [Read more...] about Jobs to Tackle in May: A Guide for Office Managers