Grace McParland, Author at The Resource Company, Inc.

May 7, 2020 Grace McParland

Automation and the Future of IT Tech

IT automation is the use of software to create repeatable instructions and processes to replace or reduce human interaction and manual operations with IT systems. Sometimes referred to as infrastructure automation, IT automation can mean a single action or creating instructions for separate sequences that ultimately lead to a self-directed IT system that takes steps based on user behavior and other event triggers. As modern IT environments are required… Read more

Apr 30, 2020 Grace McParland

Career Path: When and How to Ask for More Responsibility

You already know that to advance your career, you’ll need to assume more responsibility. But how do you take on more without becoming overburdened? And how do you approach your Manager to ask about extra duties in the most effective way? You will want to take a professional approach when you ask for the added… Read more

Apr 23, 2020 Grace McParland

Management Tips: Uniting Your Team

They call it office politics, but it can also infiltrate the warehouse floor, causing extra stress for anyone who becomes caught up in it. Workplace politics often lead to morale issues, which, in turn, results in lower productivity. The most exasperating aspect of office politics is that the problems that cause it are usually either… Read more

Apr 16, 2020 Grace McParland

Interview Tips: How to Exude Confidence When You Really Aren’t Feeling It

Next to getting a job offer, being invited to an interview is the most exciting step in the job-hunting process! If you’ve been searching for weeks or maybe even months, getting that call gives you an excellent reason to celebrate. But the thrill of victory could quickly be replaced by the panic of reality when… Read more

Apr 9, 2020 Grace McParland

Effective Communication Techniques for Managers

If you’ve been promoted to a Manager recently, you’ve probably noticed a significant change. Now you have different responsibilities and roles to fill. You will also have some opportunities to advance your career and the careers of those around you. However, one word of caution is in order here for any newly-minted Managers: about half… Read more

Mar 26, 2020 Grace McParland

Do You Love Your Job? Learn How to Choose the Right Job for You!

It’s not usually easy to find a job you love. One thing that makes it difficult is that you might be overestimating how much you know about yourself. And if you’re going to have an enjoyable and satisfying career, it needs to be one that suits you almost perfectly. Unfortunately, too many people end up choosing the wrong career, which has a detrimental effect on both their work and personal… Read more

Mar 19, 2020 Grace McParland

Apparel Corner: How to Choose the Right Footwear for Your Job

Choosing the right footwear for your next job can be a challenge. Depending on the type of work that you do and your work environment, your footwear can make the difference between a good day and one associated with sore feet. Knowing what to look for when deciding on work boots or other footwear for work can go a long way toward identifying the features that will provide you with both comfort and safety. As… Read more

Mar 12, 2020 Grace McParland

Learn How to Motivate Different Personalities on Your Staff

Being a manager is difficult. One thing that makes it so hard is the variety of personalities on your team. You probably have a blend of Gen Y, Gen X, and Baby Boomers that create a challenge for making your workplace productive. You might take a one-size-fits-all approach to manage your team, but you‘ll probably get better results by treating everyone a little bit differently. A firm approach may motivate some workers, while mild encouragement inspires others. The more flexible you are in your managing style, the more effectively your workers will complete their assigned… Read more

Mar 5, 2020 Grace McParland

How to Know When It’s the Right Time to Grow Your Team

As a small business owner, it‘s exciting to watch your company grow. But at the same time, deciding to expand your team can give you more than a few sleepless nights. The hardest part is knowing when to ramp up the workforce. After all, hiring is an expensive process and comes with its unique set of risks. If you’re not sure if it‘s time to open a few new positions… Read more

Feb 27, 2020 Grace McParland

Keys to Success: Become the Best Industrial Employee You Can Be!

If you’re like many people, you made a few resolutions in January (maybe you even broke one or two by now!). But there is one—let’s call it a goal—that you should make and keep, no matter what time of year it is: that goal is to be the best industrial worker you can be. The… Read more

News & Information

Author: Grace McParland

Automation and the Future of IT Tech

Career Path: When and How to Ask for More Responsibility

Management Tips: Uniting Your Team

Interview Tips: How to Exude Confidence When You Really Aren’t Feeling It

Effective Communication Techniques for Managers

Do You Love Your Job? Learn How to Choose the Right Job for You!

Apparel Corner: How to Choose the Right Footwear for Your Job

Learn How to Motivate Different Personalities on Your Staff

How to Know When It’s the Right Time to Grow Your Team

Keys to Success: Become the Best Industrial Employee You Can Be!

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