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escalonservices · 2 years

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Precipitated by the COVID-19 pandemic, work from home and hybrid work options have become increasingly popular in the past two years. According to , 83% of employers have come to recognize that the switch to remote work has been largely successful for their businesses.

At the same time, the widespread adaptation of remote work has spurred demand for software that automatically monitors the productivity of employees — more familiarly known as “tattleware” or “bossware.” While bossware is meant to track the work employees do in real time, it also mitigates the risk of employees burning out due to never leaving their remote workstations, since those stations are now located in their homes.

So, how does bossware work, and how could it benefit your company? We will delve into this and more below, including the potential drawbacks of bossware programs.

How bossware works

“Activity tracking” is the overarching purpose of bossware software, usually in the form of a log of the apps and websites that employees use. Among the digital bossware-type solutions being used by employers today are apps such as , , , , and .

Breaking it down further, bossware keeps tabs on employees’ output in real time with features such as activity monitoring, keystroke logging, screenshots or screen recordings, webcam and/or microphone activation and stealth or “invisible” monitoring.

Bossware may also track which people employees communicate with through social media postings and through email. In general, it gives managers comprehensive information on the activities that transpire on employees’ workstations.

Pros

The main benefit of bossware is that it lets employers see how employees do their jobs. Insights gleaned in the process can be leveraged to improve the business’s operating efficiency, meet regulatory obligations and strengthen security measures.

Other potential benefits of bossware include:

1. Higher productivity

Monitoring employees can boost output. People who are aware they are being monitored are apt to work harder. Further, employers who are more familiar with how employees are doing can devise incentives and rewards for increasing their productivity or for doing excellent work.

2. Improving overall team performance

Employee monitoring highlights what employees do and how they collaborate, which gives managers the opportunity to design stronger teams. Learning more about the capabilities and limitations of team members also lets managers allocate tasks more appropriately, which can lead to better-quality work, faster.

3. More efficient use of resources

While it entails an initial investment, bossware may save your business money in the long run. This is because monitoring systems help you zero in on expenses incurred by staff. In short, it can help you discern whether staff is struggling with particular tasks or productivity tasks, and whether anyone is misusing company time.

4. Better cybersecurity and safety awareness

Monitoring employees can help businesses detect whether staff are unwittingly exposing the business to cybersecurity risks, as well as provide alerts when unauthorized access to data is made or malicious/suspicious behavior is identified. This extends to potential misbehavior by staff, such as harassment of colleagues, or other actions that degrade workplace safety.

Cons

Employee monitoring software is not without detractors. Bossware may lead to frustration among employees over perceived micromanagement and intrusive surveillance. That means it’s especially important for companies planning to roll out bossware to include employees in the discussions and be mindful of their concerns.

Other potential drawbacks of bossware include:

1. Ethical considerations

Employee surveillance software has the potential to raise ethical concerns about privacy. Employees must be told in advance that their devices will be monitored, and it’s important to follow privacy rules when tracking or monitoring employees’ workstations and not use their personal information. Employees’ devices must not be monitored after work hours, either.

Keep in mind that employees may think you do not respect their privacy. Ensure they know what methods you will use and what information you will look at. You might even have employees agree to your monitoring policy in writing.

2. Time and resources

Keeping tabs on staff requires an investment in terms of both time and money. You’ll need time to research the appropriate monitoring tools, to devise a monitoring policy and to put these steps into action. Once the system is in place, you will need to fine-tune the monitoring process.

Additionally, employee monitoring can take time, money and energy away from other initiatives. Depending on your tools and level of involvement, your workflow may also change.

3. Legal implications

Before introducing an employee monitoring system, ensure it complies with federal, state and local regulations. The potential for digital technology to be abused or misused could infringe on employees’ right to privacy, particularly in the context of remote employment.

4. Potential for misuse

Employers may use monitoring software for reasons that were not originally intended, weren’t disclosed or that are unlawful, leading employees to have their right to privacy violated and opening the possibility of harassment. This is most likely to transpire when information gathered about employees is not strictly confined to work hours.

Also, people who work from home will have their own privacy expectations, especially if they use their own devices for work. Remote workers may reasonably anticipate more privacy since their work environment is more personal and intimate than a traditional workplace.

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toptierteaser · 11 months

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The Fitness App

Chapter One: Coach Hermes

“Dude, I swear by it! Six months! That’s all it took to whip me into shape! Two years of Pandemic fat gone like that! Trust me, you won’t regret it!”

Diego’s words rang in Dylan’s memory as he stared down at the little earpiece in his hand. It looked like a little white snake, curled up in his softened palm. This was his last opportunity to back out, to put the thing back in the box and return it to the software store. He could get back in shape on his own, couldn’t he? if he just committed to going to the gym four times a week, documenting his workouts, journaling his food habits…

He looked up at his reflection in the mirror. A husk of the former man he used to be. Or rather, it looked more like the hottie-with-a-body from the past had been stuffed into a suit made of dough, which had only expanded over the course of the last three years. His face still retained his former “adorableness,” as the ladies and gays at the office put it. He still had the good looks as the fat had hardly affected his face.

But the rest of his body…it was an entirely different story. Just the sight of himself, standing alone in his room, was enough to make him blush. Everything had filled out. Exposed in his underwear, he looked first at the thighs which pressed up against each other like rising bread. His love handles that now jutted up over his waistband. The tight briefs he had not bothered to replace were covered in the front by the gut that had just begun to descend—a major factor in his deciding to try out this new technology—covering the front of his crotch and the fabric was beginning to rip on the sides because of the size of his ass. His butt had always been big for a guy’s, but now it was absolutely ‘ridiculous,’ as his friend, Cody, had teased, grabbing one of his juicy cheeks and giving it a jiggle. And of course, his tits had grown ripe, bouncy, his arms thickened not by muscle, but by fat, and his neck was slowly starting to plump up as well, teasing just the hint of a double chin.

He knew no amount of working out, writing down his exercises, keeping track of his calories would get him any closer to the fit jock he was over three years ago. It was a tried and failed recipe for disaster that had only resulted in him ballooning even fatter every time. Of course, during the pandemic, he had simply sat on his ass like everyone else and stuffed his face until he couldn’t fit another bite…but what was his excuse for the last two years?

At the beginning of the pandemic, there was no risk of being asked to go back into the office. Who knew how long that would last? And so, Dylan had kept on growing, kept on eating. But after a few years of remote work, the company had finally started to crack down on working-from-home, requiring a slightly-to-surprisingly chubbier office to return.

On the dreaded day, Dylan, after a morning of wrestling himself into the loosest chino’s he could find and wriggling into the only button-down that would button over his tubby gut, had waddled himself back into the building. He was shocked, stunned, and dismayed to find that out of all the dozens of employees, he had put on the most weight in his time larding out at home. And his coworkers were equally-stunned to see his new status. No one, upon smiling at him and greeting his return, could seem to keep their eyes from falling to size up his sized-up belly. And a few even made comments; his rival, Luke, who only looked fitter, more muscular, going so far as to poke his tummy.

It was already a miserable day. One which resulted in Dylan trying his best to drown out the associated feelings by glutting out on the snacks he had brought back to stock his desk. But to make matters worse, as he stood there, a granola bar dangling out of his mouth, restacking the papers on his desk, he watched as Diego, suited with brand new pants, a shirt, and shiny new shoes, came strutting into the office, looking at least fifty pounds thinner than the last time Dylan had seen him.

Diego had already been a thick-bodied man. Chubby, even. He had been so even a year before the pandemic, when both he and Dylan had started. The desk job had caused him to fill out quite quickly and by the time everyone was sent home to work, his obtuse ass cheeks could barely even fit into his pants. It was, perhaps, a lucky break for Diego that he could now work from home, as Dylan could see the seams on his buttocks starting to become unraveled as his doughy coworker waddled out the door.

But the pandemic went on, and so Diego’s weight went up. Dylan could see the changes during the zoom meetings, as his flawless brown skin was stretched tighter over the young man’s plumping face. Once, even, Diego had to stand to plug his computer back in and Dylan could see his lower half, clad only in a t-shirt and the tightest sweats Dylan could imagine his office friend wearing, his gut jiggling as it “bwomped” out from beneath his shirt, smacking against the keyboard on the desk.

That’s why it was a surprise when, two years later, Diego came strutting into the office, looking thinner than when he had started. Luke had elbowed his way to the front of the cluster who had walked up to congratulate him, feeling Diego’s muscles, running a hand over his stomach to check for abs through the fabric. The whole sight made Dylan want to puke. Instead, he stuffed a muffin into his face and glowered until they were called into the conference room.

It was a tighter fit than Dylan could remember, as he wedged his widened ass between the armrests of the chair. By accident, he was right beside his friend, Cora, and Diego. They had always been on good terms, but Dylan could hardly stand to look at him.

“What’s wrong, man?” Diego had asked.

Dylan didn’t hesitate. “How the fuck did you lose all that?” he spat. It came out far more volatile than he intended.

Diego looked slightly dejected, throwing up his hands. “Just wanted to take care of myself, man.”

Dylan softened his tone. “Sorry…it’s just. You, of all people…”

Diego laughed. “Would it make you feel better if I said that you were part of the inspiration? That I wanted to look like you did…you know…before.” He laughed, elbowing Dylan in the chubby side. Dylan couldn’t help but smile.

Diego glanced around. Everyone was busy chatting and celebrating each others’ return. He lowered his voice. “There’s an app…and a device. It’s called the ‘Encour Rager!’” Dylan gave him a look. “Cheesy, I know. But hey!” He looked down at his own body.

“What does it do?” asked Dylan.

“It’s an A.I. trainer. It encourages you to work on your goals.” Diego chuckled. “And man is it brutal! But it’s effective. Which, clearly you might want to consider,” he glanced at Dylan’s stomach. Dylan squirmed.

“I might give it a try,” he said absently. Of course, he didn’t know how he felt about A.I., but like everyone, he used it almost daily in some way or another. But he had already tried so many apps; calorie trackers, workout calculators. None of it had helped.

Diego leaned in closer. “Listen, dude. It’s not like anything else you’ve tried. It’s a commitment. I don’t recommend it lightly. But once you buy it and put it in, it stays in there. You don’t take it out again for a year! I mean, it’s as close to permanent as you can get!”

All that flashed through Dylan’s mind now as he looked at himself. A tubby version of the hottie he so badly wanted to be again.

A small chirping sound went off from the device in his hand. He looked down to see it glowing blue. It was fully-charged. Now was the moment of truth. He could back out now, if he wanted to. He gave his thickened body one last glance in the mirror, catching a glimpse of the pile of clothes he had set aside because he no longer fit into them.

He clicked the button on the side of the earpiece, raised it, and inserted it into his ear.

A pleasant tune filled his brain. And then, a voice. “Hello, Dylan.” It was deeper than he had imagined. Masculine. He envisioned an attractive, muscular jock. “I’m your Coach. You can call me Coach if you like, or by my name, Coach Hermes.” ‘Hermes,’ the god of games and sports.

“Hello,’’ said Dylan awkwardly.

“Hello, Coach,” corrected the device.

“Hello, Coach,” said Dylan, smiling.

“Much better!” said the device. “Now, you are aware of my function, are you not?”

“I am,” said Dylan. “Coach Hermes,” he added, grinning.

“Very good. Just to recap, I will act as your personal fitness trainer for the next twelve months, during which time, we are going to whip your body into the shape you most desire! My function is to optimize your fitness level to suit your needs and to best-satiate your personal self-image. During our first week together, we’ll be getting to know one another quite well, and I will be observing and commenting on your lifestyle; your eating habits, your exercise routine, things like sleep schedule, how much television you consume. Does that all make sense to you, Dylan?”

“Yes, Coach,” said Dylan. He was growing placid, as if the voice was lulling him into a trance.

“Excellent, Dylan. Now, as I will be observing, I will also be curating a program which I believe will best-benefit your body…money-back guaranteed, of course. The watch that accompanies my earpiece will allow me to monitor your heart rate, your breathing, and your responses to my words. The contact lens will allow me to see the world through your eyes and will give me a customized projection which is designed to motivate you towards your fitness goals. Please go ahead and place the watch on your wrist at this time.”

Dylan did as he was told, strapping the watch onto his chubby wrist. “My, that’s a tight squeeze, isn’t it?” said Coach Hermes.

“Uh, a bit…” mumbled Dylan.

“I am reading that your pulse has been elevated. Might I suggest you do some deep breathing to calm your nerves. There is no need to be anxious. None of this is permanent until you give me the final say-so.” Dylan took some deep breaths.

“Now,” said Hermes. “Please place the contact in your eye…so I can get a good look at you.”

Again, Dylan obeyed, dropping the contact in front of the mirror, and blinking as he adjusted it into place. It was the smoothest contact he had ever worn. He could barely tell it was there!

“Very good!” said the Coach. “Oh…what a handsome dude.” Dylan was looking at his own face.

“Thanks, Coach!” said Dylan, half-forgetting he was talking to a robot.

“You’re welcome, Dylan,” said the robot. “Now, if you wouldn’t mind standing back a bit, so I can see you. You did remember to wear the minimum amount of clothing so I can see your full person, did you not?”

“Yes, Coach,” said Dylan to both question and request.

“VERY good! I can tell we’re going to whip you into shape faster than you could ever have thought imaginable! Now, please step back.”

Dylan stepped back, still put off by the quivering of his stomach as he did so. Still disturbed by the increased rubbing of his thighs.

“Oh!” said Hermes in a shocked voice. “Oh, my! You have lost control, haven’t you…big boy?”

Dylan blushed. Why he would do so in front of a robot was beyond him. But it was embarrassing nonetheless.

“No matter,” said Coach Hermes. “We can work with this. Can’t we, thiccums?”

“Uh…yes…?” stammered Dylan, questioningly. ‘thiccums?’

“Yes…?” said Hermes.

“Yes, Coach.”

“That’s better, fatty.”

Dylan nearly fell over. Diego had warned him the words of the A.I. could be harsh. But it would all worth it, when he came strutting into the office in a new suit…right?

“Well, now that I’ve gotten a good look at you, chubbs, there’s only one thing left to do. Your wristwatch will take your thumbprint as your signature.” As the app said this, Dylan felt the watch buzz, illuminating on the screen. “If you are prepared to commit for the next year, please go ahead and place your thumbprint on the screen at this time.”

Dylan hesitated. Could he really handle being called things like ‘chubbs’ and ‘fatty until this time next year?

“Or, you may decline the offer and return the app. Your one-day trial is cost-free so long as the device is returned to the nearest software provider without damage.” The voice dropped to a whisper in Dylan’s ear. “But, do you really want to look like this for the rest of your life, porker? You know that you won’t be able to do this without me, right, fatboy? You know you need my guidance. That’s what I’m here for. To help you. I’m nothing like those other apps, where you can lie to them about eating a salad before you go binge on a carton of ice cream. I’m the real deal. I see everything. I feel everything. Like how out of breath you are, just standing there. Like how I can tell by your pulse that you’re embarrassed. But you don’t want to be embarrassed for the rest of your chubby life, do you? Go on, biggums…sign the contract.”

Dylan looked down at his watch again. He raised his thumb over the screen, letting it hover.

“Sign. It,” hissed the app.

He couldn’t do it alone.

“Yes, Coach,” he said. And then he pressed his thumbprint down and held it against the screen.

“Very good, fatboy,” said the A.I. in his ear. “Now, we can begin our training!”

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Chapter Nine: Building Bridges

Recap: Hobi had shown up with breakfast and proceeded to interfere with you. Jungkook took you on a picnic and you remembered how you became friends forever. You snuck away to grab a USB drive from Jihoon and Jungkook caught you. You were worried Jungkook would interrogate and tattle on you, but he only had one thing to say to you. Don't give up on your family.

The USB drive sits ominously in the middle of your bed. You almost expect it to start glowing and whispering in the tongue of Mordor like the One Ring. Thirty-two gigabytes of information just staring you in the face and you have to figure out how to access it.

You had expected the ride back with Jungkook would be tense, but he held your hand the entire time and shifted the conversation to discuss company preparations for an employee appreciation event the artists and higher ups are planning soon. He required no participation from you in the conversation, giving your hand the occasional squeeze of comfort as he let you organize your emotions.

Jungkook hadn’t interrogated you about Jihoon, so you don’t know what Jungkook thinks of Jihoon or his relation to you, but you trust that he won’t breathe a word to the members. You never imagined that the love Jungkook has for you is such that he’d keep a secret like this, and you vow to do your best to reciprocate his love and trust. He might not be able to be the ally you want, but his tacit support is like a lighthouse in the distance giving you hope that you may eventually reach steady ground.

And now you’re sitting in your apartment brainstorming. The disposable phone you bought earlier in the day is small enough that it can be explained away as some generic purchase of electronics, and you’re now glad that when you offered your black card to Jihoon, he had turned it down. He said he wanted to research some private investigators and then he would present you with a breakdown of their fees, costs, and retainer. He didn’t feel right just outright taking money from you. Now knowing that BTS are the POAs of your finances, you’re relieved that you didn’t give in to their encouragement of you swiping the black card willy nilly. How closely are they monitoring your finances? Would they monitor every single won? Do they have an alert for certain types of purchases? Or are they only notified if you spend a certain amount in one go?

Now that you think about it, you’re not sure how closely BTS monitor you in general. At Hannam the Hill, they’re mostly always with you except when you’re in your apartment. You’re pretty sure you don’t have guards. Otherwise they’d have reported your lunch with Jihoon…unless that’s why Hobi was fishing this morning. At least if you do have guards, no one has introduced you to them. Or maybe they’re plainclothes and hidden even from you, spying. It would make sense for you to have guards with Kim Chohee allegedly still out there, but you bristle at the thought of having additional ‘jailors’ even if it’s for your own safety.

You’re also not sure what kind of tracking software is on your work computer. You know the in-office chats and emails are monitored and that times are logged of computer activity, but maybe BTS would go so far as to mirror your screen and surveil every click and word typed. Is that paranoid of you to think so?

Just to be safe, using the work computer is out and you don’t think the members would let you go to a PC bang by yourself. You could try sneaking into one during lunch, but you don’t know if you’re being discreetly guarded and depending on how much information is on the drive, it could take multiple trips to sift through it all.

Maybe you can sneak onto the computer of one of the members when they aren’t looking. Jin’s gaming computer comes to mind, and you don’t think you’d have to try all that hard to get his password. A bitter taste fills your throat at the idea of tricking him into giving you the password though. All you’d have to say is you wanna try gaming or you wanna listen to music as you sleep and he’d so readily give it to you. You scrub your face. The contents of the drive are important. Should you really be so worried about deceiving him when that’s all the members have been doing to you?

You sigh. Maybe you could ask Jihoon to borrow his laptop if he owns one. That wouldn’t require you to lie. Or you could buy a laptop of your own. You’re gonna have to start making regular random cash withdrawals with your card to accumulate enough to give to Jihoon when he finally picks an investigator, so maybe you can also withdraw enough to buy a laptop of your own. But you don’t know how long that will take.

Frustrated, you groan and fall back onto your pillow. There’s probably an obvious solution that you’re completely missing because you’re just in too deep to look at this objectively. You need sleep and more time to think of better options.

In the meantime, you have to figure out where to hide the drive.

Your first idea is to hide it on your person at all times…but you worry that it’ll fall out of your pocket, or that you’ll accidentally forget about it only for it to end up in the laundry. You grab the drive and stalk around your apartment to look for a hiding spot.

You could mix it in with your makeup, tape it behind one of the cupboards, or stick it underneath your mattress. As you’re staring at your fridge though, you spot the note from your cleaning ajumma, Lee Hye. Another person to contend with. She comes by every Wednesday to clean and you’re not sure how thorough she is. A thought occurs to you that she might be someone paid by the members to keep an eye on you. You thud your head against the fridge. Ugh, your brain wants to explode and you kinda wanna cry.

You plop yourself down on your couch and start dramatically singing, “All by myself; don’t wanna be, all by myself, anymore!” You almost fling the drive when you whip your arms back dramatically in the throes of your ballad. That could have been disastrous. You tuck it into your bra and rub your hand where it impacted the wall behind you. Petulantly, you smack the wall for hurting you, rattling the frames hanging on it.

Huh. There’s a shock of yellow behind one of the frames on the wall and you immediately know what it is.

Since the first couple of nights here in Seoul, you haven’t seen any sticky notes around the members’ condo and you don’t know why they stopped putting them up. Granted, you’ve been sleeping here in the apartment, so you don’t know why the thought hadn’t occurred to you that there would be notes here too, especially if the threat of a memory reset is real. You lift the frame.

“Are you sure you’re ready?”

You begin taking all the frames down, increasing in frenzy.

“Are you sure?”

“Are you sure you’re ready?”

“Are you sure you want to know?”

“You have to be sure; it’ll hurt.”

“Are you sure?”

“Really sure?”

“You have to be sure you really want to know.”

“It’s gonna hurt you.”

“You’re gonna hurt them.”

“You have to be sure.”

You’re staring at the crazy spattering of yellow paper on your living room wall and a laugh bubbles out of you. You laugh and giggle and you feel like you’re being torn out of your skin, like you can’t contain this delayed shock and fear. And maybe it isn’t so much delayed as simply a realization that this has been a consistent state you’ve been in and you’ve just been practicing, what was it Jungkook called it? Apathy for survival? You’ve felt plenty of emotions in the past couple of weeks, but it seems you’ve suppressed more than you thought. And so you laugh. You giggle. You cry. You’re losing it in the face of what seems to be one big conspiracy.

The tears and hiccups eventually stop. Strangely enough, you feel like a weight has been lifted off your chest as something else settles in.

Acceptance.

You are in Seoul, Korea. You are involved in the lives of seven men. You are alone, but alive.

That last point is kind of liberating. You’re alive. You suddenly imagine yourself just walking out of your apartment to meander down the street and just…keep going. Not looking back and just seeing where your steps take you. You could leave and wander around the continents. Leave behind the confusion and the doubts. Leave the boys. Find another vibrant city, a quiet place in the country, or a tucked corner in a forest or mountain side to live in.

You entertain the idea for a solid minute, but…

Something is anchoring you here. A gravitational pull. Something that you need before you can just pick up and go and it’s something closely tied to the boys. Something closely tied to Jin. And you want it so much that you could die. You’re not even sure what ‘it’ even is.

If the sticky notes are to be believed, whatever ‘it’ is will hurt. It’ll hurt everyone.

Crazy enough, there’s a small part of you that sees that the boys may have a valid point. Maybe your search for the truth is reckless. Would this count as self-harm? Knowing it’ll hurt, but doing it anyway? It’s like a scab that you can’t resist picking at, even as it stings and aches, until blood seeps anew. Or like getting stabbed and impaled and your brain logically knows you should leave the knife in, but everything else in you is screaming at you to pull it out even if you exsanguinate.

You are incapable of doing nothing even as the matrix of this world tries to lull you into blindly living out a fantasy. You can’t ignore the glitch. The deja vu. The one frayed thread with its siren call to pull, pull, pull until everything unravels.

So maybe you’re not sure. And maybe you’re not ready.

But you have to know.

There is one frame you haven’t touched. It’s a tabletop frame on the side table. It’s the only one of its kind in your entire apartment. You pick it up and park yourself on the floor, tracing the faces.

Jimin’s smiling face takes up the bottom left corner of the photo in an attempt to include himself in a group selfie, the brightness of the flash whitewashing his normally honey toned skin. He has a facemask on, but his scrunched closed eyes are unmistakably smiling in contrast to the idol smolder of the top half of his cardboard cutout face. Tae and Jungkook, also facemasked, have crazed eyes as they theatrically and maniacally curb stomp and choke slam their cardboard cutouts, an employee in a red vest mid-yell rushing in to stop them. And in the midst of all this havoc, you and Jin are in front of a movie theater, the bright bulbs of the marquee painting you both in warm yellows, raw whites, and inky reds. Your arms are around his waist and he’s putting a pair of glasses on your face, both with mouths wide in a laughter you can almost hear the distant echoes of.

“I love you too, Jin. But I dropped my glasses back there. Let’s grab em before someone stomps on them.”

It isn’t a revelation. More like an ‘Oh. That’s right.’ feeling. Something so ingrained in you that it has become a habit, like when you’re at an ATM and you forget your pin because you were trying too hard to remember, jamming in all these combinations of birthdays and dates of significance until you realize you had it right the first time, but you had accidentally hit one wrong number or the computer hadn’t registered one of the buttons you pushed.

Jin loves you.

You barely register that you’re not alone in this room anymore. You should probably be concerned that someone just walked right in and you didn’t even know until just this moment, but your fight or flight reflexes have always been skewed. Tae and Jimin are reorganizing the pile of frames and placing them back on the walls. They’re very specific about which photo goes where and you can’t decipher the formula of significance as every photo goes back to exactly where they were before. The spaces where photos were missing from before are purposely skipped over. When Tae and Jimin finish, they sit beside you on the floor and gaze upon the fruits of their labor.

“You know where each of the photos belong,” you state.

Jimin hums. “You said it made you feel less lonely when we were on tour. They’re important to you, so they’re important to us.”

Tae gestures to the scatter of frames to the left. “Those first few photos are yours. A lot of you and me, and me and you, cuz’ duh, I’m awesome. I’m your most favorite person. Well okay so I’ve been demoted to like third most favorite, but still awesome, and then some photos with everyone else. And the rest—” he encompasses the entire collection in a wide armed sweep. “—the rest are gifts from us and Jieun-noona for your birthdays and christmas.”

“But we stopped getting them for you after…” Jimin says, hesitating.

After you lost your memory. Yeah. If they gifted you now with photos you don’t remember being in, it would be unpleasantly trippy. You count five empty spots. That’s two birthdays and two christmases and something extra? Glancing down at the frame in your hand, you begin to have some inkling.

“So, I’m missing Jin’s gifts,” you say.

Jimin looks to Tae for help, but Tae is already nonchalantly confirming, “Yup. Those two spots and the other two spots are his. That veeeeery conspicuous super obvious empty spot in the center though has never had a photo.”

Jimin’s face twitches, conflicted with all this information giving, but still informs you, “You said you’d put one up there after you got better.”

Studying the wall again, what was once an arbitrary collage of mismatched frames slowly comes into focus as a spiral leading to the prominently empty center.

“Do you know what photo I wanted to put up?”

“Specifically? Indubitably? Unquestionably? Nope. But I have a good idea what it might be.”

You accept the answer even though you are disappointed. Jimin leans in to hug you.

“If it's what we think it might be,” Jimin says into your ear. “I don't think it would give you all the answers you think it would.”

You’re stubborn though. You wonder if there had been notes under those photos before they were taken away. You wonder what clues you have been deprived of.

“Did Jin take those gifts down?”

“You took them down,” Jimin says carefully.

“I did?” You wanna smack yourself in the face. You have no idea what would motivate a past version of you to hide them. “Do you know where I put them?”

“Yup!”

You wait for Tae to elaborate, but he doesn’t and now you wanna smack him. Not violently. Just, ugh!

“So can I see them?”

“Well you almost saw them tonight—”

“Tae!”

“—but then your plans got rearranged.”

“Tae.”

“Jiminie, we talked about this.”

Jimin sighs, but he resigns himself to Tae just doing what he wants. He kisses your temple and squeezes you. “Sorry.”

His apology is said in a small voice, like he’s offering you an olive branch even though your entire world is flooded. And even if it’s not much, it’s a sign of peace and things that grow, so you squeeze him back hoping he understands your feelings through osmosis.

“So, Areum-unnie has the photos.”

“Yup!”

“I gave them to her?”

“Well, more like you took them with you when you stayed with her,” Jimin explains. “When we were on the Love Yourself Tour, you stayed with her, Jung-hyung, and Byeol.”

That…actually makes sense. Tae had already told you about how they had to leave you behind when you were first injured. Where else would you have gone? Jieun couldn’t go to work and watch you all on her own. Although, you feel a little bad that Areum and Jungie had to watch you while they had a baby to take care of as well.

Well, if Hobi’s mission really is to keep you in the dark, then it would make sense why he absolutely refused to let you go visit them. You’re still confused though why Hobi doesn’t want you remembering things. Wouldn’t it help everyone if you got better as soon as possible? Whatever his reasons, you know he’d be furious if he found these notes on your wall.

“Are you gonna take the sticky notes down?” you ask, warily.

Tae shakes his head. “Nope. Rule of thumb is whoever put them up usually takes them down, but none of us put them up there.”

“How do you know?”

Jimin still has his arms around you, but he shrugs. “Namjoon-hyung created set layouts and protocols for where we put the collection of notes you gave us. We’ve never seen these before.”

“We would definitely remember these,” Tae says. “It’s giving Emily Dickinson. I dig it.”

“What? Emily Dickinson? What are you talking about?” You’re baffled. Tae never ceases to surprise you with the weird turns his mind takes you.

Tae gathers himself up with an expression saying he’s about to school you as he recites, “I see thee better in the Dark. I do not need a Light. The Love of Thee—a Prism be—Excelling Violet.”

He bows to Jimin’s enthusiastic clapping, and you…you feel yourself thaw and even give some claps of your own. Tae is like a magician. You don’t know what he’s going to pull out of his hat. He’ll make you question everything about yourself and the world, but he’ll make you believe in magic and that everything will be alright.

“See! Violet! Borahae! I bet Dickinson would be Army.”

“No, she wouldn’t,” Jimin argues.

“You’re just bitter cuz’ she’d probably be an Agust D stan.”

“Hell no. If she was Army, she’d be a Jhope stan. His music and vibes are misleading from the lyrics.”

“Are you gonna tell the oppas?” you can’t help interjecting, worried.

Jimin gently pries your fingers off the frame you’re holding and puts it on the ground in front of you. You hadn’t even realized how tightly you were gripping it. There are red indents on your palm that he rubs.

Hands occupied, you can’t dodge Tae when he boops your nose. He laughs when you scrunch it in protest.

“We won’t tell the hyungs,” Tae promises.

“We won’t,” Jimin chimes to reassure you.

Still, you have some doubts as to their purpose here which feels too coincidental, especially after the breakfast you had this morning. “Did Hobi-oppa tell you to come check up on me?”

Jimin pulls you up to stand and steadies you. “No. Jungkookie said you might need cuddles.”

That…both surprises you and doesn’t surprise you. Of course, Jungkookie would do that. You feel yourself melt, feeling better now that you know why they’re here. That is until Tae hauls you over his shoulder and makes his way towards your room, complaining, “I’m hungry!”

“But we just passed the kitchen, you weirdo! Put me down!”

“I’m hungry for cuddles!”

He tosses you unceremoniously onto the bed, and before you can recover from the whiplash, you feel two bodies crushing you.

“Get off Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum,” you protest, giggling.

“Tae’s Tweedle Dum! I’m Dee!” Jimin announces.

“Jiminie’s dumb—”

You manage to elbow Tae off you and extract yourself from Jimin, escaping to the bathroom. There’s no way you’re going to bed with a full face of makeup on. Plus, the USB drive is digging into your boob and you can’t sleep with it anywhere near you with Tae and Jimin pressed to your sides. You temporarily place it beneath a stack of towels in the bathroom closet and work quickly to get ready for bed. They’re still arguing by the time you return, Tae on the ground begging Jimin to let him up. He tries to hug your legs as you pass by, but you manage to side step him and climb onto the bed where Jimin gathers you into his arms.

“Truly? Must you cast me aside to the depths of hell without feather to fly? Without even the torture of hope for salvation?”

You scoff, pointing at him self-righteously. “Now look who’s the monster under the bed.”

Tae’s lament transforms to outrage, affronted as Jimin dies of giggles. “What?! Statute of Limitations! Double jeopardy! You can’t punish me when you’ve already punished me! I already said sorry years ago! Years, Y/N! Years!”

“If a tree falls in a forest, and I wasn’t around to hear it while peter piper picked a peck of pickled peppers, how much wood would a woodchuck chuck?” you reason with a straight face as Jimin keels over, falling off the bed.

Tae’s eyes widen in shock and then he’s laughing too. “Touche. Can’t argue with that.”

Jimin can barely breathe, but he manages to choke out, “How does that even make sense?”

“It makes perfect sense, Jiminie. It’s genius.”

You nod your head sagely and don’t even attempt to dodge them when they tackle you back. It’s a mess of limbs and blankets and pillows and hair, but eventually you all find a comfortable position, you laying on Jimin’s chest and Tae managing to encompass both of you in his arms and legs. All is quiet as labored breathing and heartbeats slow, but you don’t feel like sleeping yet. Jimin captures your hand and you peer up at him.

“Can’t sleep?” he asks.

“Not really.”

“How about a dramatic reading from yours truly?” Tae offers.

“Please no more Emily Dickinson,” Jimin begs. You snicker as Tae pouts, but pat his shoulder in commiseration.

You actually have something in mind, but you have no idea if Tae and Jimin will allow it, despite how accommodating they’ve been tonight. The Rules haven’t been broken, but have been well and truly bent and twisted. You’re not sure when you’ll get another opportunity like this though. The worst thing they can do is say no, so you figure it doesn’t hurt to ask.

“Jin told me a story the other night. About his first love.” You can’t see Jimin’s face, tucked in as you are, but you feel him tense. Tae on the other hand smiles softly and runs his hand up and down your back. “Could you maybe tell me about her story? Jimin?”

You feel him jerk in surprise. “Me? You don’t want Tae to tell you the story?”

Thinking back to what you overheard the other night, you have a little more clarity now. Even though the members are determinedly united, there’s a division as to how they want to handle you. Jimin seemed more on your side, and it seems like Tae and Jimin have decided to go rogue. You don’t know how far he's willing to go, but you want to give Jimin a chance.

“Yeah, I’d love to hear your version. Plus, Tae is still on probation for telling tall tales to Jungkookie.”

You feel Jimin squeeze you tighter to his side and Tae’s eyes crinkle in amusement and understanding. He interlaces his hand with yours and you feel Jimin play with your hair. Content, you close your eyes and lean into their comforting touch. You’ve asked and now you wait or fall asleep.

When Jimin starts telling the story though, it isn’t at all how you imagined he’d tell it. There’s an edge of malicious compliance, not towards you, but the Rules. His sweet voice is soft and airy as it weaves an incandescent tale. It feels like all the world holds its breath to make room for his bedtime story.

“She was the girl at the end of the universe. She was never taught how to dream, but learned how to tie her shoes on her own. She was never taught how to build a fire, but she learned how to withstand the cold. She was never taught how to run, but she learned how to take one step forward at a time. She was never taught how to fight, but she learned how to carve out a home where she stood. She built a house and strangely, it didn’t have a door. It wasn’t on purpose. She never had a visitor before, so it didn’t occur to her that she should put one in. Until one day a green boy climbed through her window.

“This boy was strange and scary and something new. He was a boy who spoke a different language than her filled with hands that held and arms that squeezed and smiles that came easily. Slowly, she learned his language, but still, she kept the window open waiting for the day he would go home. She didn’t know though that the boy was actually teaching her how to make a door until she found herself outside.

“The sky was filled with so many stars. The boy pointed to his star. He said he had started building a bridge to her corner of the universe, but got impatient and jumped into her window. She saw his bridge made of green vines that bloomed and twirled and she knew what she wanted to do. She built a bridge of moonlight from her side until it met his in the middle. With this template, she was able to build bridges to other stars who met her half way. It was sad when some bridges crumbled, but she was encouraged when others held strong. Still, she and the boy visited every day until he had to travel further than she’d ever been before to reach a dream of songs.

“There was nothing to worry about though because she started to build a bridge to his new star and he was already working on his end to reach her. This time he had help though. Six more boys with red bricks, black asphalt, blue stone, yellow timber, violet iron, and pink gems. As time went by, the bridge began to branch off in different stages of completion through no one’s fault. That’s just how life is. Life throws curveballs and sometimes gives you unexpected things.

“And this girl started finding many unexpected things. She found fuschia gifts flown to her on paper planes. Bubblegum stories that floated and bobbed to her. Blushing songs that sang her to sleep. She found a cherry blossom love that fell like snow, creating a flower path to a pink boy.

“The pink boy also found unexpected things. He found all his shoes tied with neat bows. A warmth no fire could hold a candle to. Footprints that led down sheltered paths when the currents around him threatened to bowl him over. He found a girl at the end of the universe with a love carefully crafted with her own bare hands. They built a new home together on their bridge, and with their carefully crafted cherry blossom love, they created a new star.

“But they forgot that life throws curveballs. The girl woke up one day to find her door broken and her window boarded up, trapped in her old home. She didn’t remember how she ended up there, but it was dark and she thought she heard muffled voices outside. She peeked slivers of pink, green, red, black, blue, yellow, and violet through the boards and the space beneath her door. The boys could not dare to destroy this sanctuary she built, so they sit and wait. They sit and wait and hope she hears their dream of songs and remembers how to make a door.”

You float down from the microcosmos, as you register the hand still carding your hair and the other hand holding yours. Silent tears are streaming down your cheeks and you stutter on an inhale like it's your very first breath drawn. When you open your eyes, Tae smiles and lightly taps your chin.

“I’m trying,” you whisper, voice hoarse with your tears.

“We know,” Jimin says kindly.

Tae squeezes you both. “Just do what you have to do.”

“Even if it hurts?”

“Even if it hurts.”

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Employee Time Tracking Software Misconceptions

Time tracking has become an essential tool for many organizations in an age when every second counts. Managers can identify areas for improvement, boost productivity, and streamline workflows by tracking how much time employees spend on various tasks. Despite the numerous advantages of employee time tracking software, there are some misconceptions about its application that must be addressed.

Misconceptions of Employee Time Tracking Software

While an employee time tracker may appear to be a simple solution, there are several myths surrounding this type of software. We'll go over the most common misconceptions about employee time tracking software and how to avoid them in this post. Some of the most common misconceptions about employee time tracking software.

1. Time Tracking is a form of micromanagement

One of the most common misconceptions about time tracking software for employees is that it is a form of micromanagement. Some employees may believe that their every move is being watched and that they cannot be trusted to manage their time effectively. However, this is not the case.

Time tracking is not intended to micromanage employees; rather, it is a tool to assist managers in understanding how their team spends their time, identifying bottlenecks, and optimizing workflows. In fact, time tracking can give employees more autonomy by allowing them to track their own time and more effectively manage their tasks.

2. Time Tracking is only useful for billing clients

Another common misconception about employee time tracking software is that it can only be used to bill clients. While time tracking is commonly used to bill clients for the time spent on their projects in industries such as law, consulting, and accounting, time tracking has a much broader application.

It can be used to track employee productivity, optimize workflows, and pinpoint areas where more resources are required. Time tracking can assist businesses in making better decisions and increasing overall efficiency.

3. Time Tracking is intrusive and invades employee privacy

Another myth about employee time tracking software is that it is intrusive and violates employees' privacy. Most time tracking software, on the other hand, allows employees to track their time discreetly without being constantly monitored.

Employees have the option of tracking their time when and how they want, and most software only records the time spent on specific tasks, not the content of those tasks. Furthermore, time tracking software can protect employee privacy by allowing them to track their own time rather than relying on managers to estimate how long certain tasks will take.

4. Time Tracking is too expensive

Some businesses may be hesitant to invest in employee time tracking software because they believe it will be too costly. However, there are many low-cost time tracking solutions on the market, and the return on investment can be substantial. Time tracking software can help organizations save money in the long run by optimizing workflows and identifying areas for improvement.

Conclusion

Employee time tracking software is a valuable tool that can assist organizations in increasing productivity, optimizing workflows, and making better decisions. By dispelling some of the common misconceptions about time tracking, organizations can make informed decisions about whether to implement time tracking software and how to do so effectively. Finally, the key is to use time tracking software to empower employees rather than as a form of micromanagement or invasion of privacy.

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Manila's Premier Employee Time Tracking Software: Streamline Your Operations Today

Are you tired of the hassle and inefficiency of traditional timekeeping methods? Look no further than the best employee time tracking software in Manila to revolutionize your workforce management. Designed specifically for businesses in the bustling city of Manila, our software offers a comprehensive solution to track employee time accurately and effortlessly.

With our time tracking software for employees, you can say goodbye to tedious manual timesheets and embrace automation that saves time and reduces errors. Whether you're managing a small team or a large workforce, our software is tailored to meet your needs and streamline your operations.

What sets our software apart is its intuitive interface and robust features. Employees can easily log their hours and tasks, while managers gain real-time visibility into team performance. With customizable reporting tools, you can analyze data to make informed decisions and optimize resource allocation.

Moreover, our software is cloud-based, ensuring accessibility from anywhere, anytime. Whether your team is working in-office or remotely, you can trust our software to keep track of their time accurately.

Investing in the best employee time tracking software in Manila is investing in the success of your business. Join the countless companies in Manila who have already experienced the benefits of our software and take your workforce management to the next level today.

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SUCCESSFACTORS HCM

Transforming HR with SAP SuccessFactors HCM

In the fast-paced, ever-changing world of human resources, organizations need powerful tools to streamline processes, elevate the employee experience, and make data-driven decisions. Enter SAP SuccessFactors HCM (Human Capital Management), a leading cloud-based HR solution designed to do just that.

What is SuccessFactors HCM?

SAP SuccessFactors HCM is a comprehensive suite of HR modules that provides businesses with a centralized platform to manage the entire employee lifecycle regardless of size or industry. It covers the full range of HR functions, including:

Core HR & Payroll manages essential employee data, automates payroll, and precisely handles time and attendance.

Talent Management: Streamlines recruiting, onboarding, performance and goal management, learning, compensation, and succession planning.

Employee Experience Management: Enhances employee engagement through surveys, continuous feedback, and action planning.

HR Analytics and Workforce Planning: Delivers powerful insights, enables scenario modeling, and supports strategic people-related decisions.

Why Choose SuccessFactors HCM?

Here are some compelling advantages of using SuccessFactors HCM:

Cloud-Based Flexibility: SuccessFactors is a SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) solution. This means no hefty hardware investments, automatic updates, high accessibility, and the freedom to scale as needed.

Global Reach: Supports multinational operations with multiple languages and currencies and ensures compliance with local regulations.

Seamless Integration: Connects easily with other SAP solutions and third-party systems for a unified business environment.

Employee-Centric Design: Delivers personalized experiences and empowers employees with self-service tools.

Powerful Analytics: Helps HR leaders gain a real-time understanding of their workforce and make insights-based decisions.

Key Use Cases

SuccessFactors HCM can be transformative across various aspects of HR operations:

Streamlining Recruitment: Speed up finding and hiring top talent, ensuring a smooth candidate experience.

Boosting Employee Development: Personalize learning plans, track progress and promote growth within the organization.

Rewarding Performance: Accurately link performance assessments with compensation, ensuring fairness and motivation.

Insightful Planning: Make accurate workforce forecasts, conduct “what-if” scenario analysis, and optimize resource allocation.

Enhancing Engagement: Gather actionable feedback and insights into the overall employee experience.

Getting Started with SuccessFactors HCM

If you’re considering implementing SuccessFactors HCM, remember:

Thorough Assessment: Define your HR needs and how they align with organizational goals.

Specialized Partner: Work with an experienced SAP SuccessFactors implementation partner to ensure a smooth rollout

Change Management: Train your employees and the HR team on the new system. Focus on the benefits and support adoption.

Conclusion

SAP SuccessFactors HCM has the potential to redefine the way businesses manage their most valuable asset—their people. By embracing this platform, organizations can enhance efficiency, nurture talent, gain deeper insights, and build a more engaged workforce.

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The Complete Guide to Employee Time Tracking Systems and How Can Help Increase Productivity

What is an Employee Time Tracking System and Why is It Important?

An Employee Time Tracking System is a software application that enables companies to monitor and record the time their employees spend on work-related tasks. This can be accomplished through various methods, such as clocking in and out, manual entry, and automatic tracking.

The Importance of Employee Time Tracking

Improved Productivity: Time tracking can help employers identify areas where employees are wasting time or not utilizing their time effectively. This information can be used to help employees work more efficiently and increase productivity.

Accurate Payroll: Time tracking can help ensure that employees are accurately compensated for the time they have worked. This can reduce the risk of errors and disputes.

Compliance: Time tracking can help companies comply with labor laws and regulations. It can help companies ensure that they are meeting minimum wage and overtime requirements.

Better Resource Allocation: Time tracking can help managers allocate resources more effectively. It can help them identify areas where additional resources are needed or where resources can be better utilized.

Project Management: Time tracking can help managers track the progress of projects and ensure that they are completed on time. It can help managers identify areas where projects are falling behind and take corrective action.

In conclusion, an Employee Time Tracking System can provide many benefits to companies. It can help improve productivity, ensure accurate payroll, comply with labor laws, allocate resources effectively, and manage projects more efficiently. By using an Employee Time Tracking System, companies can gain valuable insights into how their employees are spending their time and make better decisions based on this information.

How Employee Time Tracking Can Help to Streamline Business Operations & Increase Productivity

Employee Time Tracking can be a powerful tool for streamlining business operations and increasing productivity. Here are some ways that it can help:

Identify Time-Wasting Activities: By tracking employee time, managers can identify activities that are taking too long or not adding value to the business. This can help employees to focus on high-priority tasks and reduce the time spent on non-essential activities.

Optimize Staffing Levels: Employee Time Tracking can help managers determine when and where additional staff is needed to ensure that the work is completed on time. This can help reduce bottlenecks and ensure that the business is operating at maximum efficiency.

Accurate Project Budgeting: By tracking employee time on projects, managers can get a more accurate picture of the resources required to complete the project. This can help with budgeting and resource allocation decisions.

Improved Employee Accountability: Employee Time Tracking can help employees to take ownership of their time and improve their time management skills. By being accountable for their time, employees can work more efficiently and increase their productivity.

Streamline Payroll Processing: Employee Time Tracking can help reduce the time and effort required to process payroll. By automating time tracking and integrating it with payroll processing, managers can eliminate the need for manual data entry and reduce errors.

Facilitate Compliance: Employee Time Tracking can help businesses comply with labor laws and regulations. By accurately employee tracking software, businesses can ensure that they are meeting minimum wage and overtime requirements.

In conclusion, Employee Time Tracking can be a valuable tool for businesses looking to streamline their operations and increase productivity. By identifying time-wasting activities, optimizing staffing levels, improving employee accountability, and streamlining payroll processing, businesses can reduce costs and increase efficiency.

How to Choose the Right Time Tracking Solution for Your Employees?

Choosing the right time tracking solution for your employees can be a challenging task. Here are some factors to consider when making your decision:

User-Friendly Interface: Choose a time tracking solution that is easy to use and understand. The more user-friendly the interface, the more likely your employees will be to use it accurately.

Compatibility: Consider the compatibility of the time tracking solution with your existing systems. You want a solution that can integrate seamlessly with your other software applications.

Flexibility: Choose a solution that can accommodate the needs of different employees and departments. For example, some employees may need to track time in different ways, such as by project, task, or client.

Reporting Features: Look for a solution that has robust reporting features. The ability to generate detailed reports can help you make data-driven decisions about how to manage your workforce.

Security: Ensure that the time tracking solution you choose has the necessary security features to protect your sensitive data. This includes encryption, secure logins, and backup and recovery procedures.

Mobile Access: Choose a solution that offers mobile access, so that employees can track their time on the go. This is especially important for employees who work remotely or in the field.

Customer Support: Look for a time tracking solution that offers good customer support. You want a vendor who will be there to answer your questions and help you troubleshoot any issues that may arise.

By considering these factors, you can choose TrackOlap | All in One Platform to run your business the for your employees and your organization.

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Salon Management Software: The Key to Streamlining Your Salon Business

Salon management software has emerged as a game-changer, revolutionizing the way salons operate. This blog will delve into the essentials of salon management and explore the transformative role of salon POS software in streamlining business operations.

I. Understanding Salon Management:

Salon management involves overseeing the various aspects of a salon business, from appointment scheduling and inventory management to employee scheduling and customer relationship management. The goal is to create a seamless experience for both clients and salon staff.

II. The Importance of Salon Management Software:

Appointment Scheduling:

Efficiently manage appointments, reduce no-shows, and optimize staff schedules with the help of salon management software. Clients can book appointments online, and staff can access real-time schedules, enhancing overall workflow.

Inventory Management:

Keep track of products, manage stock levels, and streamline the ordering process. Salon management software helps avoid product shortages, reducing the risk of missed sales opportunities.

Customer Relationship Management (CRM):

Build lasting relationships with clients by utilizing CRM features. Personalized client profiles, appointment history, and automated reminders contribute to enhanced customer satisfaction and loyalty.

III. Salon POS Software: A Closer Look:

What is Salon POS Software?

Salon POS software, or Point of Sale software, is a specialized system designed to handle transactions and streamline the sales process in a salon. It combines the functionality of a cash register with advanced features tailored to the unique needs of the beauty industry.

Key Features of Salon POS Software:

Transaction Processing:

Facilitate quick and secure transactions, including cash, credit cards, and digital payments, providing convenience for both clients and staff.

Inventory Integration:

Seamlessly integrate with salon management software to ensure real-time updates on product availability and sales data.

Appointment Management:

Sync with the appointment scheduling system to unify the booking and payment processes, reducing wait times and enhancing the overall client experience.

Reporting and Analytics:

Generate comprehensive reports on sales, popular services, and inventory turnover, enabling informed decision-making for business growth.

IV. How Salon POS Software Streamlines Your Business:

Efficient Transactions:

Salon POS software speeds up the checkout process, minimizing waiting times and enhancing the overall customer experience.

Accurate Inventory Management:

Real-time updates on inventory levels and sales data help salon owners make informed decisions, preventing overstock or shortages.

Integrated Systems:

The seamless integration of salon POS software with management tools ensures a synchronized and efficient operation, reducing manual errors and increasing productivity.

Conclusion:

Salon management software, coupled with a robust POS system, is undeniably the key to streamlining your salon business. From optimizing appointments to managing inventory and enhancing customer relationships, these tools empower salon owners to focus on what they do best – providing exceptional beauty services while ensuring a smooth and efficient operation. Embrace the technological revolution in the beauty industry and watch your salon thrive.

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Seamless Transition: Best Practices for Website Migration to Shopify

In the ever-evolving landscape of e-commerce, staying competitive requires not just a robust online presence but also adaptability to emerging platforms. As businesses strive to enhance user experience, streamline operations, and optimize sales, many are turning to Shopify for its user-friendly interface, extensive customization options, and powerful marketing tools. However, migrating an existing website to Shopify can be a daunting task if not approached strategically. In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into the best practices for a seamless transition to Shopify, ensuring minimal disruption to your online business.

Thorough Planning and Preparation:

Before embarking on the migration process, it's crucial to conduct a thorough assessment of your current website. Identify all existing content, including product listings, images, blog posts, and customer data. Take inventory of any custom features, integrations, or third-party apps that may need to be replicated or replaced on the new platform. Establish clear goals and timelines for the migration process to keep it on track.

Choose the Right Shopify Plan:

Shopify offers a range of plans tailored to different business needs, from startups to enterprise-level corporations. Assess your requirements in terms of product catalog size, expected traffic volume, and desired features to select the most suitable plan. Consider factors such as transaction fees, credit card rates, and additional services offered within each plan.

Data Migration and Integration:

Transferring your existing data to Shopify accurately is crucial for maintaining continuity and avoiding disruptions to your business operations. Utilize Shopify's built-in migration tools or third-party apps to seamlessly import product listings, customer information, and order history. Ensure compatibility with any existing integrations or third-party services your business relies on, such as payment gateways, shipping providers, and accounting software.

Design and Customization:

One of the key advantages of Shopify is its customizable design options, allowing you to create a unique and visually appealing storefront. Choose a Shopify theme that aligns with your brand identity and offers the features you require. Customize the design elements, layout, and color scheme to reflect your brand's personality and enhance user experience. Leverage Shopify's drag-and-drop editor and CSS customization capabilities to fine-tune the design to your liking.

Optimize for SEO:

A successful website migration should not only maintain your existing search engine rankings but also provide opportunities for improvement. Prioritize SEO best practices throughout the migration process, including:

Properly redirecting old URLs to their corresponding new URLs using 301 redirects to preserve link equity and prevent 404 errors.

Updating meta tags, headers, and image alt texts to optimize for relevant keywords and improve search engine visibility.

Submitting updated sitemaps to search engines to ensure they crawl and index your new Shopify site efficiently.

Implementing schema markup to enhance the appearance of your site's search results and provide rich snippets to users.

User Testing and Quality Assurance:

Before making your Shopify site live, conduct thorough testing to identify and address any issues or inconsistencies. Test the functionality of all features, including product pages, navigation menus, checkout process, and payment gateways, across different devices and browsers. Solicit feedback from beta users or employees to uncover any usability issues or bugs that may have been overlooked.

Launch and Post-Migration Optimization:

Once you're confident in the stability and functionality of your Shopify site, it's time to go live. Monitor closely for any post-migration issues, such as broken links, missing images, or discrepancies in data. Implement tracking tools such as Google Analytics to monitor site traffic, user behavior, and conversion rates. Continuously optimize your Shopify site based on performance metrics and user feedback to maximize its effectiveness in driving sales and achieving your business objectives.

In conclusion, migrating your website to Shopify can be a transformative step in enhancing your online presence and driving business growth. By following these best practices and approaching the migration process with careful planning and attention to detail, you can ensure a seamless transition that preserves your existing assets while unlocking the full potential of the Shopify platform.

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Bookkeeping Mistakes Made By Small Businesses: How To Avoid Them

Small and Medium-sized businesses are eager to grow, but they often miss the fundamentals like understanding the value of Bookkeeping which may undermine business procedures.

Accounting is often overlooked by business owners who consider it easy. Incorrect accounting and bookkeeping processes may adversely impact any company’s finances. Recurring bookkeeping errors can actually bankrupt your business.

Bookkeeping Mistakes

Keeping financial records is a very important part of running a business, big or small. Bookkeeping that is accurate and well-organized makes sure that your financial records are up-to-date and precise, which helps you make good decisions and compliance with legal policies.

There are however some mistakes that small businesses often make with their books. Here are some of these mistakes.

Failure To Keep Records

Some small businesses fail to keep accurate financial records, which can lead to confusion and errors. Record-keeping is an essential process in organizing your financial records. Adopt best practices and create a system for organizing and storing your financial documents. These relevant documents may include invoices, receipts, and bank statements. It is helpful to consider using accounting software to automate the process and centralize everything.

Irregular Reconciling of Accounts

Failure to reconcile your bank and credit card accounts on a regular basis can lead to inconsistencies and inaccuracies. Reconciliation entails matching your financial records with your bank and credit card statements. Reconcile your accounts on a regular basis and resolve any discrepancies quickly to avoid problems.

Combining Personal and Business-Related Finances

It is critical to separate your personal and business finances by avoiding using personal accounts for business transactions. This can complicate bookkeeping and make it difficult to accurately track expenses and income. You must establish a separate business bank account and use it solely for business transactions.

Inconsistent Categorization

It is critical to properly categorize your income and expenses for accurate financial reporting. Refrain from inconsistent or ambiguous categorization, as it can make evaluating of your company’s financial health a lot more difficult. It will be helpful to create a chart of accounts with distinct categories that correspond to your field of business and use it regularly.

Neglecting Cash Transactions

Small businesses often transact in cash, which can be overlooked easily and not properly recorded. To ensure that cash transactions are accurately accounted for, use cash registers, petty cash logs, or digital tools. Better yet, set up a system for keeping track of and documenting all cash transactions, including sales and expenses.

Failure To Keep Track of Receivables and Payables

Failure to maintain track of unpaid invoices (accounts receivable) and bills to be paid (accounts payable) might jeopardize your cash flow and client-vendor relationships. Use accounting software with invoicing and payment tracking features to implement a structured strategy for monitoring and following up on both receivables and payables.

Mishandling Payroll

Payroll can be complicated, and mistakes can have legal and financial ramifications. Keep up with advances in payroll requirements, calculate wages and taxes accurately, and make timely payments to employees and tax authorities. To ensure accuracy and compliance, consider adopting efficient payroll software or you can also outsource payroll duties.

Failure To Keep Backup of Records

Financial records might be lost because of corrupted data, hardware failure, or other unanticipated factors. Back up your financial data on a regular basis and keep it secure. Cloud accounting software can back up your data automatically to add an extra degree of security.

Neglect To Track and Remit Sales Taxes

If your company is obligated to collect sales taxes, it is critical that you track and remit them appropriately. Understand your sales tax duties, register with the proper tax authorities, and maintain accurate sales and tax collection records. To simplify the process, consider employing seamless sales tax automation software.

Doing-It-Yourself

This is a critical error that can have serious consequences for your company. Because bookkeeping is a complex process, it is best to seek professional help from a bookkeeper or accountant to set up and review your bookkeeping system on a regular basis. They can assist you in avoiding mistakes, providing financial insights, and ensuring tax compliance.

You can reduce the likelihood of these frequent errors and retain accurate financial records for your small business by being proactive and following appropriate bookkeeping practices with the help of expert bookkeepers and record-keepers.

How to Avoid Bookkeeping Errors

To avoid bookkeeping errors some proactive steps must be taken by small business owners. This may include familiarizing yourself with basic bookkeeping principles and practices to help you navigate your financial records effectively and make informed decisions.

This can be further established by using a good bookkeeping system coupled with reliable accounting software. As a business owner, it is important to invest in a reputable accounting software solution that suits the needs of your business and reduces errors.

In addition, it is important to reconcile accounts regularly to ensure your financial records match financial statements to help identify discrepancies and errors promptly.

Keep meticulous records by maintaining detailed records of all financial transactions and accept that it is always best to seek professional assistance from reliable bookkeepers and record-keepers who specializes in small business finances.

By implementing these practices, small business owners can reduce the likelihood of committing bookkeeping errors while maintaining accurate financial records.

The Bottomline

When you own a company, you put yourself in a position to take advantage of many different possibilities, including the chance to learn from your errors. When it comes to making mistakes, the key to success is to steer clear of those that are readily apparent and cut down on others as much as you possibly can. Remember that good bookkeeping and record-keeping practices contribute to informed decision-making and long-term business success.

Consider this list seriously and implement its suggestion so you will be well on your way to running your business in profitable ways and expanding it in all ways possible.

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