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The COVID pandemic has forever changed how we work — and for the best. While some companies struggled with employee scheduling during lockdowns, many relied on software systems offering automated employee attendance data to note absence trends. In this article, we’ll explore the employee attendance trends of 2022, such as the reliance on timesheet software and the popularity of remote work, to make calculated predictions about what you can expect in 2023. We’ll also provide ten easy ways to improve employee engagement, attendance, and productivity at your workplace. Let’s begin. 10 employee attendance trends to track in 2023 With remote…
A new partnership between a US-based scouting service for rising young stars and Scottish women’s soccer has supported two exciting cup tournaments along the way.In February this year, a sponsorship deal and partnership was announced between FirstPoint USA and Scottish Women’s Football (SWF). FirstPoint offers bespoke scholarships and mentoring across top US universities. SWF owns and manages the top women’s soccer competitions in Scotland.The deal saw two regional Scottish women’s soccer cups for age 18s being rebranded as the First Point East League Cup and the First Point West League Cup. Four teams progressed through the rounds to reach the…
Are you ready to take the plunge and master the L-1A blanket visa interview? With this comprehensive step-by-step guide, you can prepare for every eventuality and make sure that your immigration process goes as smoothly as possible. The L-1 nonimmigrant category is for intracompany transfers and blanket L petitions. It is available to individuals who have worked for a foreign corporation that has a parent, subsidiary, branch or affiliate company in the U.S. The individual must have been employed in an executive or managerial position (L-1A), or in a specialized knowledge capacity (L-1B) for the foreign company. If you have…
What if you were told that 31% of freelancers around the world are making more than $75k annually. About 60% of freelancers who left their regular jobs to start freelancing managed to earn more than they did while working for an employer. 57% of that set started earning more somewhere between immediately and within six months.What does all this mean for you and your potential to earn money online? It could mean the transition to a more desirable standard of living. Some believe online earning is a myth. Considering how far the world has come from brick-and-mortar stores being the…
Team management is tougher than it seems. On the surface, all you have to do is hire the right people to do the right tasks. However, every startup CEO soon realizes that even if you have the right people, lacking a managing structure can hurt your business performance. To ensure that your business grows smoothly and that all tasks are complete in a timely manner you often have to strike a perfect balance. On one side of the coin, you want to ensure that people respect your management and are diligent towards their deadlines, tasks and are doing their best…
For any business, time is money. Yet, statistics show that only 60% of work time is spent productively. Like it or not, people get distracted at work and don’t use their time efficiently. In fact, two-thirds of employees admit they waste time at work every day. If your employees waste time and are inefficient in their work, that can cut deeply into your profits. However, there are always ways to pull the plug on time wasters and encourage your employees to be more productive. This article will explain what inefficiency at work is and its consequences. Once we lay the…
Last Updated on April 24, 2023 by AIFS Abroad It’s normal to feel a little anxious about studying abroad – we’ve all been there. But don’t let misconceptions and myths hold you back from the adventure of a lifetime. When it comes to studying abroad, some of the most common reservations students have are untrue. Here are some of the most frequent myths about studying abroad that we hear: 1. It’s unaffordable. ❌ This is the most common myth shared with us. We recognize that every student’s financial situation is different, but don’t rule out studying abroad just because you…
As hundreds of thousands of students prepare to go back to school this fall, it’s important to consider the outsized role international students play in both campus life and the United States economy. For the 2020 – 2021 academic school year, there were an estimated 914,000 international students enrolled in U.S. colleges and universities, making up 4.6% of all college students. International students contribute significantly to the U.S. economy because many students gravitate toward fields in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) which enhances public and private research initiatives and creates jobs that help the U.S. compete. Those internaticmonal students…
New ideas and approaches are the lifeblood of modern businesses. Today’s commercial world is faster moving than ever before. Organizations must be agile and forward-thinking to stay on top. That’s why firms of all shapes and sizes love brainstorming sessions. Engaging brainstorming sessions help companies get the most from their workforce. They provide an arena in which inspiration can strike. It’s in a cut and thrust brainstorming session that the best ideas get developed for many firms. If – like many – you’re now managing remote teams, you may think that brainstorming is trickier. Like many things, though, you can…
The average monthly salary in Africa is approximately 769 USD (US dollar), as per the exchange rates in April 2023. This is about 10 times lower than in the USA and UK with average salaries of 7,900 USD and 7,795 USD respectively. However, the average salary in Africa varies greatly from country to country. In this article, we’ll cover insightful statistics about average salaries in Africa. We’ll compare average salaries across different African countries and professions. We’ll also provide information about outsourcing to Africa, including countries to consider and reasons to outsource. Table of Contents Let’s begin. What is the…