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Employers lose billions in productivity during NCAA tournament, research firm estimates
Read full article: Employers lose billions in productivity during NCAA tournament, research firm estimatesThe men and women’s NCAA basketball tournaments can cause some problems for employers when people watch the games during normal working hours. According to the work outplacement firm, Challenger, Gray & Christmas, INC., U.S. employers lose around an average of $13.3 billion in productivity during the tournament. The firm also estimated that “each hour spent on the games at work” can cost employers about $2.1 billion. AdThe Challenger firm said they encourage companies to embrace the problem, and instead, they could turn it into a bonding experience for their team by doing an office pool or hosting a viewing party on Zoom. This could also be a great stress reliever considering everything people have been through with the pandemic, the Challenger firm said, and it can pay off in the long run.
5 new gadgets you need right now
Read full article: 5 new gadgets you need right nowSAN ANTONIO – Want to carry a pocket-sized phone charger in your wallet? Peril Protect Water Leak SystemIt’s an in-home water loss monitoring system. Peril Protect sends an alert to your smart phone when it does. This stand has a sensor that allows your smart phone to follow your every move. Work Wonnies has designed a onesie that allows you to be formal on top with jogger bottoms below.