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Work and Life Balance in the Digital Age

Work Life Balance

Today’s technological devices (mobile devices, video conferencing, etc.) can help us to work flexibly from various locations and around the clock, but it can also lead towards a depreciation of work/life boundaries and the feeling of always being “on the grid.” Decades ago some authors, scientists, and business people predicted that we would advance in […]

Humor in the Workplace

Humor in the Workplace

 “A recent study of Gallup data for the U.S. found that we laugh significantly less on weekdays than we do on weekends.” ~ Leading with Humor from Harvard Business Review “A sense of humor is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done.” ~ Dwight D. Eisenhower The […]

Music in the Workplace

Music Policy in the Workplace

In today’s competitive world, maintaining a positive company culture is important.  Finding ways to keep your employees motivated and engaged in their work is equally important.  Some business owners, managers, or supervisors utilize music in the office as a way to reach these goals, but depending on how your office music policies are being implemented […]

Barrister making a difference, one step at a time

On April 17th, Team Barrister – led by Savannah Patronete – will be taking part in the Los Angeles Walk to End Genocide.   The Los Angeles Walk to End Genocide, a Jewish World Watch project, is the largest anti-genocide demonstration in the world. Thousands of dedicated activists come together to: Help provide a safe learning […]

Managing Sick Employees

Handling Sick Employees

Managing sick employees can be difficult for many business owners and supervisors.  People getting ill is part of life and it can’t be avoided, but there is no “one rule fits all” that covers every potential scenario.  Some employees may have a simple cold, while others discover they have a new, long-term condition.  Some call-off […]

Do’s and Don’ts for Sending Email at Work

Emails Dos and Donts - Barrister Executive Suites

Putting together the perfect work email is a tough task. There are certain things in regard to emails that you should always do, as well as never do. Following this simple list of do’s and dont’s will go a long way in making sure your emails have a professional voice and get your point across […]

The Benefits of Learning to Code – Even in Non-Tech Jobs

Why You Should Learn to Code - Barrister Executive Suites

Web development is a very hot industry today. The median salary for a software developer is almost $100,000. From 2014 – 2024, the employment of software developers is forecasted to increase 17%, way faster than the average growth rate for all occupations.  However, even if you don’t plan on pursuing a career in programming, learning […]

Meetings and Millennials

Barrister Suites Meetings and Millenials

Millennials (aka Generation Y) are individuals born between the early 80’s and the early 90s. Together they are larger than any previous generation, 80 million globally.  In the U.S. it is estimated that 1 in 3 employees is a Millennial and it is projected that Millennials will make up 75 percent of the workforce worldwide […]

Pasadena Executive Suites & Virtual Offices

 225 South Lake Ave., 3rd Floor, Pasadena, CA 91101   At home in the heart of Pasadena’s South Lake Avenue Business District, with close proximity to area cultural attractions like the Rose Bowl, Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade, and Historic Old Town Pasadena. Our Barrister Executive Suite location in Pasadena offers 24/7 suite access and […]