Plenty of businesses will, after periods of significant growth, lose something in the transition between startup and success. BlueCotton is not one of those.
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Is the 40-Hour Workweek Still Relevant? Evidence Suggests No
Developed during the industrial revolution in the 19th-century, the concept of eight-hour workdays and forty-hour workweeks was intended to prevent the exploitation of workers. At the time, factory staff frequently faced 16-hour shifts. The move may have been viewed as dramatic and disruptive back then, but the times change. There is now mounting evidence that…
The Importance of Keeping Cool in the Workplace
Summer’s here once again. The nights are long, the sun gleams brightly overhead, and the days are hotter than ever. Whether you’re at the office, working outside, or working from home, rising summer temperatures shouldn’t be taken lightly – especially if they stem from a heatwave. An uncomfortably high body temperature or an overly warm…
3 Things Your Business Needs to Enable Remote Work
The traditional office environment may never be the same. With the rapid spread of coronavirus at the front of everyone’s minds, businesses all over the world are shifting towards remote work. Even once the dust settles, it’s likely that many employees will continue telecommuting, and many employers will be forced to enable it. “This is…
3 Alternatives to Etsy for Creative Entrepreneurs
In late February, eCommerce website Etsy announced a planned update to its advertising service. Initially billed as a “risk-free” way to bring more sales to creators on the platform, it was quickly met with widespread derision from its audience. There were a few reasons for this. Merchants who make more than $10,000 a year in…
How to Deal With Post-Holiday Burnout
A vacation is supposed to be relaxing. It’s supposed to be a chance to recharge our batteries. A chance to set aside work and relax so that when we return, we’re more productive and focused than ever.