Author: National
Broadband Networks Accelerate Internet Speeds and Quality of Life
Various issues in rural communities are finally being addressed thanks to high speed internet. Telehealth services offer solutions to people unable to get to a doctor’s office to see a professional, as well as getting their prescription drugs delivered if they don’t have a pharmacy. Educational resources empower people to accelerate their careers or simply better understand ongoing issues such as upcoming elections.
Live Well, Work Well: Daylight Savings Time & Health Awareness
Daylight Saving Time and Your Health Most of the United States shifts between standard and daylight saving time (DST) each year in an effort to “save” natural light. Clocks will get set one hour back on Sunday, Nov. 6, when the DST period ends. Although you may be excited about gaining another hour in your… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Daylight Savings Time & Health Awareness
Live Well, Work Well: How to Recession-Proof Your Life
Many Americans and economists think rising inflation issues, interest rates and housing costs may be warning signs of a looming recession. According to a Bankrate poll, nearly 7 in 10 Americans are worried about the possibility of a recession before the end of next year. Unfortunately, many Americans don’t feel prepared for an economic downturn.… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: How to Recession-Proof Your Life
Safety Corner: Distracted Driving
Distracted driving can happen in an instant with the snap of an Instagram notification, or a BeReal post. It can also appear as rolling hills with beautiful scenery that causes a driver’s attention to linger just seconds too long. Even endearing moments like peeking in the backseat to check on passengers can end up with… Continue reading Safety Corner: Distracted Driving
October Photo Contest Winner
Susan Rader sent in the photo shown here and won $50 bucks for it. We had great pictures to pick from for October! Thanks to all who submitted their photos for consideration. Keep those entries for this month’s photo contest coming in for a chance to win the next $50.00 prize!
Culture Corner: Playing to Your Strengths
What are you good at? Time management, organization, creating, decision making, influencing others? Too often we focus more on the things we cannot do versus the things we can and when we do, we miss out. When we give our attention and effort to the things we do well, we play to our natural abilities… Continue reading Culture Corner: Playing to Your Strengths
Necessity Or Luxury: Why Farmers Need Broadband
According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, with the help of broadband internet, farmers are predicted to generate $18 billion to $23 billion annually. However, most of rural America lacks access to broadband. Farmers without broadband rely on poor internet connections to track thousands of data points that ultimately affect their success.
How Your Location Decides Your Internet Speed Results
Billions of people connect to the internet every day. In the United States, internet service providers offer what we need to connect. These providers usually have tiered options for customers that determine their maximum internet speed. Although these numbers are publicly accessible and can be seen on your bill, performing an internet speed test is usually the best way to see what internet speeds you are receiving.
September Photo Contest Winner
Christopher Stymiest sent in the photo shown here and won $50 smackeroos for it. We had so many entries for September! Thanks to all who submitted their photos for consideration. Keep those entries for this month’s photo contest coming in for a chance to win the next $50.00 prize! Check out the runner-ups below!
Live Well, Work Well: Start Planning for a Stress-Free Holiday
While the holiday season often brings joy and togetherness, it can also cause stress for many individuals. Top holiday stressors include budgeting, managing multiple commitments and finding the perfect gifts. Fortunately, by getting organized and planning out what you can do ahead of time, you can help reduce your holiday stress. Consider the following tips:… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Start Planning for a Stress-Free Holiday
Live Well, Work Well: What to Know About This Year’s Flu Season
Influenza (flu) season lasts from October through May in the United States, with peak flu activity happening between December and March. The country’s flu activity has been unusual since the COVID-19 pandemic began, which could pose consequences for the upcoming season. Furthermore, flu season in the Southern Hemisphere may indicate what’s to come in the… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: What to Know About This Year’s Flu Season
Culture Corner: Humble, Hungry & Smart
There’s a saying, “Teamwork makes the Dreamwork,” so, what makes you a good team player? Chances are you can list off several things, but there’s always room to grow, right? Our challenge today is to see if you’re humble, hungry, and smart. You may be wondering what we mean by humble, hungry and smart, Patrick… Continue reading Culture Corner: Humble, Hungry & Smart
‘Fall’ into October!
Summer is gone and fall is here, along with more than enough fun to keep you busy. As apples and pumpkins fill the seasonal section of your grocery store, festivals are just down the street for you to enjoy. We’ve done the heavy lifting and put together a list of events for you to check… Continue reading ‘Fall’ into October!
From no Internet to Blazing, High-Speed Internet … out in the ‘sticks!’
Mike, a recent National OnDemand customer, had a major problem. He was a successful digital marketer, but he lived in the rural south with no access to high-speed internet when he was away from work. It’s hard to work outside the office with no connection. The crazy part is that Mike managed this technical disadvantage for a decade.
August Photo Contest Winner
Our thanks to everyone who participated in the August photo contest. Keep your photos coming for a chance to win another $50 prize! Scott Yancey of Huntsville, Texas is the winner of the July photo contest. Scott works in the Construction Division out of Texas and submitted this unusual shot of a double rainbow across the… Continue reading August Photo Contest Winner
Culture Corner: The Value of Time
Here’s the thing about TIME – it doesn’t matter who you are, your title, your age or how much money you make – we all get the same 24 hours in a day, no more, no less.
Live Well, Work Well: Are You Ready for the Worst?
Are You Prepared for a Disaster? Disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods and earthquakes can strike with little or no warning. September is National Preparedness Month, making it a good time for you and your household to make a plan in case you need to evacuate your home or get trapped inside for days. The… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Are You Ready for the Worst?
Live Well, Work Well: Mindful Eating
The Art of Mindful Eating Taking time to be mindful of your eating process and not focusing on restricting calories could enhance your awareness of the experience, improve your relationship with food and help you lose weight. Mindful eating can be an essential practice in today’s multitasking world. Multitasking while eating can lead to less… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Mindful Eating
Live Well, Work Well: Know When to Reach Out
988: America’s First Three-digit Mental Health Crisis Line The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (Lifeline) launched nationwide on July 16. Similar to dialing 911 for medical emergencies, people in emotional distress or suicidal crisis can call or text 988 and be connected immediately to trained counselors who will listen, provide support and connect people to… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Know When to Reach Out
July Photo Contest Winner
Our thanks to everyone who participated in the July photo contest. Keep your photos coming for a chance to win another $50 prize! Simply scan the QR code above, or visit www.rebrand.ly/bestphotos to upload your work photos and earn a chance to win a $50 prize. Contest is open to ALL employees of National OnDemand,… Continue reading July Photo Contest Winner
Growing with National
Figuring out a career for yourself can be tricky. But with National OnDemand, the solution couldn’t be simpler. National provides its employees with all of the resources they need to succeed both inside and outside of the workplace. While the idea of being a “company man” may be a thing of the past, a long-lasting… Continue reading Growing with National
Fiber Splicing Training
Our fiber splicers are leading professionals in the telecommunications industry. Our fiber splicing training program acts as the catalyst to facilitate rapid growth in our splicers, turning inexperienced and driven people into top-of-the-line splicers in just a few short weeks.
Alamance Burlington School System Career and Technical Education
NATIONAL OnDemand Last Mile Recruiters attend Alamance Burlington School System Career and Technical Education (#ABSSCTE) Career Fair targeting upcoming high school graduates for local Cable Installation Technician positions.
May Photo Contest Winner
Our thanks to everyone who participated in the May photo contest. Keep your photos coming for a chance to win another $50 prize! Simply scan the QR code above, or visit www.rebrand.ly/bestphotos to upload your work photos and earn a chance to win a $50 prize. Contest is open to ALL employees of National OnDemand,… Continue reading May Photo Contest Winner
June Photo Contest Winner
Our thanks to everyone who participated in June photo contest. Keep your photos coming in for a chance to win another $50.00 prize! Simply scan the QR code above, or visit www.rebrand.ly/bestphotos to upload your work photos and earn a chance to win a $50 prize. Contest is open to ALL employees of National OnDemand,… Continue reading June Photo Contest Winner
Live Well, Work Well: Sun Safety and Salads
The Benefits of Seasonal Produce In today’s supermarket, it’s normal to see the same produce available year-round. However, that doesn’t mean the quality always remains the same. Eating seasonally means you are simply taking advantage of the harvest schedule and enjoying fully mature produce at the peak of its growing season. Seasonal eating can also… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Sun Safety and Salads
Join LinkedIn, Get Swag!
As National OnDemand continues to expand across the nation connecting communities with the services they need, it’s time that we become more con-nected with each other. With that in mind, National is launching a new cam-paign to promote employee enrollment in LinkedIn.
The Trust Factor
What’s the level of TRUST you have for the people you deal with on a day-to-day basis?What about the level of trust between you and your Leader, or you and your co-workers? Even if we don’t consciously think about it, we are always evaluating the people we interact with personally and professionally. Since we spend… Continue reading The Trust Factor
National OnDemand ‘raises the bar’ in hulking delivery Near Houston
National OnDemand partnered with Mid-South Electric and Deep South Crane and Rigging to prevent network outages during a massive delivery from BWFS Industries. Residents living on the outskirts of Houston, Texas may have witnessed crews of trucks transporting a gargantuan piece of shining equipment through their communities.
