Katie Pierce
Katie Pierce is a teacher-slash-writer who loves telling stories to an audience, whether it’s bored adults in front of a computer screen or a bunch of hyperactive 4-year-olds. Writing keeps her sane (most of the time) and allows her to enjoy some quiet time in the evening before she walks into a room of screaming kids (all of whom she loves dearly) the next morning.
FINANCE

Charting Your Financial Future: The Power of a Strong Financial Plan

Navigating your financial journey may seem daunting, especially with the unpredictability that life often brings. However, having a well-crafted financial plan in place simplifies this journey, turning financial stress into financial control. Charting your financial future is not just about amassing wealth. It’s important for

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Transforming Your Workspace into a Productivity Hub

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the mess that is sprawling out from your workspace? Is every inch of desk space filled with paperwork and bits and bobs that are continually preventing you from working efficiently? You might find yourself unable to focus. Longer tasks may

HEALTH

Boosting Productivity with Healthy Snacks

In this modern landscape where productivity is highly valued,  it is important to remember that our bodies need proper nutrition to remain healthy and energized. Whether working from home or reporting to an office, your body must be fueled with healthy snacks to help you

TECH

Privacy and Security in Private Equity’s Digital Era

The world is so digital nowadays that everything is convenient and easy—with maybe the exception of security. Advancements in tools and technology also mean more cyber threats that are harder and harder to crack and prevent. As businesses and individuals increase their cybersecurity measures, attackers

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Best Practices for Protecting Against the Risks of Security Breaches

Imagine your business is a castle, and your valuable information is the treasure within. Just as a castle must have strong walls and defenses to protect against intruders, your business must have effective security measures in place to safeguard against the risks of security breaches.

TECH

How MDM Tools Can Help Ensure Mobile Device Security

The prevalence of mobile devices has made it increasingly important to secure them, as they now store sensitive information for both personal and professional use. Thankfully, some tools provide essential security and control over these devices, ensuring that an organization’s data remains protected.  This article

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How to Attract Top Software Developer Talent to Your Company

Finding and hiring the right software developers is critical for any organization that wants to stay ahead in the digital age. But with so many companies competing for top talent, how do you stand out from the crowd and attract the best of the best? 

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Utilizing Gamification Strategies in Marketing Campaigns

Gamification has emerged as a powerful tool for businesses to engage customers and build brand loyalty. The concept of gamification involves incorporating game-like elements and mechanics into non-game contexts, such as marketing campaigns.  Gaming entrepreneurs who shake up the industry did so by tapping into

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The Rise of Esports and Its Potential for Brand Marketing

Esports has become a massive industry, and its growth has been fueled by a surge in online gaming, which has made it easier for introverted players to turn their hobbies into a career. In addition, advances in technology and the availability of high-speed internet have

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How to Target the Millennial and Gen Z Gaming Audience Through Digital Marketing

Digital marketing is an effective way to target different audiences. With a well-crafted approach, you can reach out to various groups with targeted messaging that resonates with them. This then encourages them to become your customers. Gamers, specifically millennials and Gen Zers, are an important

TECH

The Impact of Influencer Marketing on the Gaming Industry

The gaming industry has grown exponentially over the past decade in its mainstream popularity and financial success. In fact, Finances Online estimated that the number of video game players around the globe will grow by 5.6% in 2023, reaching a staggering 3.07 billion gamers worldwide.

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5 Best Project Management Practices That Every Project Manager Must Know

A project manager plays a crucial role in bringing in the right people and resources, as well as getting stakeholders’ buy-in on projects that will deliver the best results.  Five Best Project Management Practices Here are some of the best practices you should know about

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Why Focusing on Training Your Staff is Important

As a small business owner, you might think that staff training is a luxury you cannot afford. Sure, happy and smiling faces at the checkout may create a positive impression and provide good customer service, but can it make a difference to your bottom line?

SOCIETY

Here’s Why Cultural Diversity Differences Matter In Workplace

Diversity and inclusion have become important topics in the workplace. Many companies are realizing the value and many benefits of making their workplaces more inclusive and welcoming for people from different backgrounds. It is a fact that people from different cultural backgrounds bring their own