Podcasting isn’t expensive. Start-up costs are very, very low. Starting a podcast doesn’t require much but it does take at least a few things to get going. One of those such things is a mic. Professional audio is key. If you’re considering launching a podcast, have a look at our list for what you have to have to get started. Please note…
Month: April 2020
Should I Be Looking for a Work-From-Home Job in the COVID-19 Shutdown And After – read here!
Work-from-home jobs have allowed millions of Canadians to continue working through the pandemic. How long can workers expect this work-from-home dynamic to last in the months to come? If you are not currently working, should you be looking for a job that is work-from-home? Both are very important questions. Let’s take a look at the numbers first. Before the COVID-19…
See the Best USB Charging Stations in Canada for Smartphones and More
At times like these, a USB charging station is an excellent purchase. You ensure every device receives a charge when they need it. You won’t ever have to worry about a smartphone or another mobile device’s battery dying. If you’re stuck indoors, like so many of us are, due to COVID-19, here are some of the best USB charging stations…
Does An Anti-Fatigue Standing Mat Work – see here!
Our body was not designed to stand in one position for an extended period. An anti-fatigue standing mat cushions the floor. Your feet adapt and your legs are better supported. Standing mats are in high demand, for these very reasons, in a wide variety of work and home environments. We’ve all heard about the risks of prolonged sitting. Well, prolonged standing…
Best Apps and Tools to Help You Work From Home in the Coronavirus Pandemic
Are you struggling with work-from-home productivity – these apps and tools can help. Trello Trello is a series of organization boards divided into columns according to interest. Trello is like having your own work-from-home virtual assistant. Create columns ranked in importance and divide up your workload according to what needs to get done day-to-day. Brain.fm Brain.fm gives a user the…
While Your Child is Stuck Inside, Now is a Perfect Time to Cultivate their Creativity
Kids stuck at home are finding ways to learn, create, and entertain themselves. While families continue to self-isolate, now is an opportune time to encourage your child to be creative and discover their inner artistic self. Creativity Isn’t Taught, It’s Found Creativity isn’t something we teach. It isn’t memorization. It isn’t fact. It’s interpretation and imagination. It comes from the…
What’s the Best Ergonomic Office Desk for My Work-From-Home Space – read here!
A home work setup starts with a desk. As most of us have found out since we started our work-from-home assignments throughout this COVID-19 pandemic, when you don’t have a desk to work at it isn’t comfortable. You put stress on your body when you work on the couch, in bed, or at the kitchen table. The aches and pains…
Optimize Your Work-From-Home Space With These Affordable Home Office Must-Haves!
Creating a makeshift office for a work-from-home space isn’t always most comfortable nor productive. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, so many of us are now working from home. Ergonomically designed desks, chairs, and home office accessories are in high demand. Here are the home office products every work-from-home Canadian needs to optimize their work setup. Ergonomic Desk An ergonomic desk. It…
Is Work From Home the ‘New Normal’ Until a COVID-19 Vaccine is Found – read here!
In the past three months, Canadian employers have had to adapt to the reality of operating within the parameters of a nationwide economic shutdown. This has been unquestionably the single biggest shift in employment in Canada since World War II. For companies fortunate enough to be able and allowed to continue doing business have permitted employees to work from home.…
4 Bad Habits Work-From-Home Canadians Can’t Quit During the COVID-19 Crisis
A lot of us are working from our apartments, condos, and homes this spring. For the fortunate Canadians with jobs that allow them to work from home, it’s meant keeping money coming in. As with any change in work environment, there are aspects of working from home that are appealing and others that are challenging. Bad habits develop. For the sake…