With advances in technology, people with disabilities now have more opportunities than ever to advance their careers. From telecommuting to virtual interviews and online networking, technology can be a great tool to help individuals with disabilities reach professional goals. Here are some of the ways that people with disabilities can use technology to gain an…
As any third grader will tell you, there’s really nothing better than a snow day. You’re up early and dressed, because you weren’t sure if the bus was coming. And though it usually requires 45 minutes of parental nagging to get you to put on your boots and coat, once you confirm classes or cancelled,…
By Rachel Porter, content specialist for Custom Contractors Insurance, LLC. In a world ravaged by a global pandemic, many companies across various industries had to make adjustments to keep their operations going despite the threat of the coronavirus. One of those tweaks is setting up remote work for their employees. Telecommuters were around long…
If you started remote working last year, settle in. With nearly one in four Americans now telecommuting from home, businesses are seeing increases in productivity and employees are finding more flexibility and satisfaction in their work. It’s increasingly likely that remote working or some form of hybrid working may continue well into the future for…
As any third grader will tell you, there’s really nothing better than a snow day. You’re up early and dressed, because you weren’t sure if the bus was coming. And though it usually requires 45 minutes of parental nagging to get you to put on your boots and coat, once you confirm classes or cancelled,…
How has the real estate industry changed over the past year? From full-time remote employment to social distancing measures, 2020 has been a year that constantly questioned the status quo and the way we interact with the world. The home buying process is one of the best examples of how a well-established procedure has adapted…
By Cammie McAda, Vocational Rehab Employer Services Leader, Guardian With the quick onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses transformed the way they work almost overnight. With so many offices shifting their working arrangements unexpectedly, the majority of employees were not set up with a traditional home workspace. While working with an ad hoc setup…
It’s 5:30 in the morning, and the first thing I’m going to do after the first thing one usually does after rising out of bed is look at the weather. Typically, this would be done to inform me about how to dress for what I’ll encounter when I head outside to go to work, except…
Who can work in a time like this, you may ask. Anxiety levels are through the roof; kids might be underfoot; and every day brings new, often unsettling information to process. While most workplaces are understanding of the stress employees are feeling, the good news for people who have jobs where they can work from…
Recovering from a foot, knee, or ankle injury that inhibits your mobility? You’re not alone. People with knee, leg, or foot injuries may find difficulty in returning to work and navigating the office accordingly. These tips for getting around the office with impaired mobility can help.
