Is Your Desk Job Killing You? (Killer Infographic)

March 13, 2012 | By

Happy Tuesday, Spalettes! We’re almost half way through the week and, for many of us, in the midst of our week long sit-a-thon. If you find yourself constrained to a desk for the majority of your day, you may be suffering from cubicle cramps,  mouse wrist or the I-thought-you-said-this-chair-was-ergonomic backache. Worse than the aches and pains, the lack of physical activity during your 9-5 could be putting your health at risk.  From germs to stress, staying healthy at work is a lot of work. We recently received these sedentary statistics to urge you to get up and take a lap around the office (preferably to go wash your hands).

Work Is Murder
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Local Yokels

April 26, 2011 | By

Guest contributor: Shelby Jones, Public Relations Manager, ISPA

Many companies depend upon local business to be successful. In fact, more and more hotel/resort and destination spas are opening their doors to locals. All you need is a driver’s license to prove that you live in town and you can take advantage of some special deals and discounts. The easiest way to find out if the spa resort in your town is offering this kind of deal is to call the spa and ask. You can usually buy one day passes so you can lounge by the pool or work out in the fitness room after your spa treatment.

Check out the following tips to help you increase your local traffic.

Like what you’re clicking? If you’re in the spa industry, we encourage you to become a member of our partner ISPA, the International Spa Association; weekly e-mails with pointers like these are just one small part of the package to help you succeed!

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Make It Rain

March 15, 2011 | By

Guest contributor: Shelby Jones, ISPA Public Relations Manager

Any good business owner or rapper knows that if you want to “make it rain” then you’ve got to develop unique ways to increase your profit. Whether that’s coming up with new slang, sporting a grill or tying in promotions related to holidays is up to you. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, here are tips to help you boost your profits and make your business a pot of gold.

Like what you’re clicking? If you’re in the spa industry, we encourage you to become a member of our partner ISPA the International Spa Association; weekly e-mails with pointers like these are just one small part of the package to help you succeed!

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Number One Stunna

January 11, 2011 | By

Guest contributor: Shelby Jones, ISPA Public Relations Manager

Today is all about being number one—literally, the date is 1.11.11. Competition is fiercer than ever, so it’s important to show consumers that you’re no loser – you are the champions of your game. Become a cheerleader for your employees by giving them the tools and encouragement they need to beat out the competition.

In honor of today’s date, 1.11.11, the following articles can help make your team and business number one.

Like what you’re clicking? If you’re in the spa industry, we encourage you to become a member of our partner ISPA, the International Spa Association; weekly e-mails with pointers like these are just one small part of the package to help you succeed. ALSO: ISPA members receive a discount on Spa Week participation!

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Nose to the Grinditis

December 7, 2010 | By

Guest contributor: Shelby Jones, ISPA Public Relations Manager

Are you suffering from work burnout (who hasn’t at some point)? Common symptoms include: glazed over looks in meetings; a tendency to refill your coffee mug 4-5 times daily; checking the time on your computer to make sure it’s synced up with your watch and cell phone; asking your co-worker if you can look at their photo album of Fido’s fourth birthday party…again. It’s not always easy to keep yourself motivated and engaged. Leaders have to be innovative and proactive to create a positive and productive work environment. Here are some prescriptions that may help cure what ails you.

  • What is the best motivator? You may be surprised (it’s not money).
  • Tips from some of America’s best places to work.
  • We all need a pat on the back every now and then, but beware of the delivery. Recognition: what NOT to do.
  • Don’t start a cubicle war amongst your employees, because not everyone is motivated by competition.

Like what you’re clicking? If you’re in the spa industry, we encourage you to become a member of our partner ISPA, the International Spa Association; weekly e-mails with pointers like these are just one small part of the package to help you succeed!

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