Serving an international customer is no longer as difficult as it used to be. According to one study, 82 percent of shoppers made at least one purchase from an international merchant in a calendar year -- despite the fact that only 1 percent of small businesses in the U.S. export goods overseas.

The future of the workforce is, unfortunately, tired and stressed.

A recent Gallup study found that about two-thirds of full-time workers experience burnout at work, with 23% of respondents reporting feeling burnt out very often or always. Another study found that millennials experience burnout at higher rates than previous generations, suggesting that burnout is both on the rise and may impact certain positions in the workplace more than others.

Effective communication in the workplace is essential — not only does it play a role in achieving your daily goals but it has a significant impact on your career. You and your colleague’s business communication styles play an important part in successful collaboration.

Imagine what greater efficiency could look like in your life and work. Maybe you would automate a common email chain or customer inquiry. Run five miles in 35 minutes instead of 40. Or trim business expenses by 10 percent. There are hundreds of different definitions, but ultimately, efficiency means producing the same result with fewer resources -- less time, money, or energy.