Category: Employee News
Live Well, Work Well: Nutrient & Health
Increasing Your Nutrient AbsorptionWith Food Pairings March is recognized as National Nutrition Month, making it a great time to evaluate the food and beverages you’re putting into your body. Did you know that some nutrients aren’t optimally absorbed if you eat them on their own? Instead, they need to be paired with other nutrients for… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Nutrient & Health
March Safety Message
March is a transitional time in many areas of the country. While some enjoy a warm-up, others are still dealing with wintery weather. Wherever you are, March has two safety messages that I want to share. Message Number One: March is Workplace Eye Safety Awareness Month. That is why I want to take this opportunity… Continue reading March Safety Message
February Photo Contest
Congratulations to Michael Crabb for sharing the winning photo, and as a reward, he will receive a check for $50.00. Thank you to all those who submitted entries last month.
Culture Corner: The Stress of Communication
It’s a fact that good communication is key in any relationship – personal or professional, it’s also important to understand one outside factor that can have a major impact on the way we give and receive information – STRESS. That’s why it’s important to identify the issue, because if we don’t factor it in, it can ultimately lead to misunderstandings.
Culture Corner: Manifesting Your Future
What do you want to accomplish in 2023? Personal and professional development is an important part of our individual growth, but if we’re not intentional about making it happen, opportunities (big and small) might pass us by. It’s okay if you don’t have goals or a plan in place today, but take the action needed so you start building that plan for tomorrow.
January Photo Contest
Congratulations to Gerry for sharing the winning photo, and as a reward, he will receive a check for $50.00. Thank you to all those who submitted entries last month.
Separating Safety
Based on history, this dichotomous thinking about safety versus productivity is already prevalent and doesn’t require much effort to perpetuate it. For decades, workers in many industries were encouraged to get the job done at any cost. That mindset is still present in many older workers and labor-intensive industries. Promotions and raises were based on productivity, not safety. Safety only got consideration if it took the worker out of the workplace. Being excellent at safety might have had personal advantages, but the organization did not reward it. Workers were viewed as replicable cogs in the organizational gears and not as valuable assets.
December PHOTO CONTEST WINNER
Photo Contest Extended to 2023! Thanks to all of you who submitted photos for the 2022 photo contest. We awarded hundreds of dollars in prizes, and we will continue the contest into the year 2023, with one major change: Starting in January, all photos shared through Yammer are automatically entered into the monthly contest. The old dropbox… Continue reading December PHOTO CONTEST WINNER
LIVE WELL, WORK WELL: National Blood Donor Month & Starting a Realistic Exercise Routine
Don’t Forget; It’s National Blood Donor Month Winter is one of the most challenging times of the year to collect enough blood products and donations to meet patient needs. That’s why National Blood Donor Month is celebrated every January.This year’s national health observance comes as the nation’s blood supply has dropped to concerning levels and… Continue reading LIVE WELL, WORK WELL: National Blood Donor Month & Starting a Realistic Exercise Routine
Culture Corner: Adapting to Change
Change is Inevitable, Growth is OptionalHow do you react when there’s change? How do those around you react? One thing is certain, change affects everyone differently.Some find change difficult, it’s scary and can be paralyzing, others are uneasy about it but can work through it, while another group may see change as a challenge and… Continue reading Culture Corner: Adapting to Change
November Photo Contest Winner
After consistently uploading great pictures throughout our monthly photo contests, Sharon Fullerwinder won this month’s contest and $50 for her submission! Thank you to all those who submitted. Keep those entries for this month’s photo contest coming in for a chance to win the next $50 prize, the last of 2022!
Culture Corner: Deliver Results through Others
There’s a saying, “many hands make light work,” it’s a proverb that dates back to medieval times and the meaning still holds true today- working TOGETHER to reach a goal or compete a task, is easier than going it alone While we know this is true, too often we try to do it all ourselves… Continue reading Culture Corner: Deliver Results through Others
2022 Halloween Contest Winners
The annual National OnDemand Halloween costume contest was a spook-tacular success. We had some of the best costume submissions we’ve seen in this contest’s history! The race was so close, we left it up to you to judge. Samantha Scott and Amy Weems tied for first place! Samantha drew fear and cheers alike with her… Continue reading 2022 Halloween Contest Winners
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
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!
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