The Nice Person’s Guide to Criticism

Our very own president, Matt Thomas, was featured on FastCompany.com sharing advice on how to give and receive criticism in the workplace.  Thomas speaks about how most of the time, employees don’t even know they are doing something wrong. He offers advice on how to...

Why WorkSmart?

WorkSmart Systems is a PEO (Professional Employer Organization) which provides a comprehensive Human Resource solution. Our services are ideal for small and medium-sized companies that are interested in streamlining vendors and saving time and money in the areas of...

4 Tips for Setting Up a Social Media Policy

While email and internet usage are both critical to the workplace nowadays, certain programs and sites can lead to distractions or even create legal risks. Social media websites such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube can be distracting and take time away from projects...

5 Lessons a Boss Can Learn from Employees

For a manager or executive of a company, the job title and corresponding responsibility oftentimes prevents everyday interaction with staff. Weekly or monthly staff meetings and annual conferences are typically the only times the workforce as a whole is in the same...

The Pros and Cons of a Remote Workforce

Turning to a remote workforce may not be your first thought as you build a strong, unified team, but it’s worth considering as there will be times when the skill of a remote employee or the convenience of working from an off-site location will come in handy. Employers...