Workplace
Break the Ice, Break the Stress: Making Remote Meetings Fun
Break the Ice, Break the Stress: Making Remote Meetings Fun Workers love remote work flexibility, but not virtual meetings Making virtual meetings more enjoyable and engaging increases team connection Better meetings come with embracing fun and humorous ice breakers Bosses who use humor are more likable Know your audience and time icebreakers with discretion –…
Read MoreUnlocking Productivity: The Case for the Four Day Work Week
Unlocking Productivity: The Case for the Four Day Work Week The four day work week is a trend that supports that productivity and revenue are possible with a shorter work week Small businesses may experience greater impact because they can integrate changes more swiftly Staff creativity and innovation flourish under reduced hours, improving talent retention…
Read MoreWhy Treating All Employees as Leaders Can Benefit Your Company
Why Treating All Employees as Leaders Can Benefit Your Company Empowering all employees can lead to a culture of innovation and creativity. Leaders at all levels of the organization can drive performance and results. Recognizing and rewarding leadership behavior can promote accountability and achievement. Empowered employees are more engaged and committed, leading to higher retention…
Read MoreThe Power of ‘Entry Interviews’ and ‘Stay Interviews’: Tips from Adam Grant
The Power of ‘Entry Interviews’ and ‘Stay Interviews’: Tips from Adam Grant Many employers hold ‘exit interviews.’ Wharton psychologist Adam Grant suggests conducting “entry interviews” and “stay interviews” to create a positive work environment and retain top talent. An entry interview is a meeting with new employees to discuss their expectations and experiences during onboarding.…
Read More15 Tech Tools to Elevate Your Work-Life Balance
15 Tech Tools to Elevate Your Work-Life Balance Mastering time management and prioritization through technology enables focusing on vision, innovation, and growing the business. Tools like Trello, Asana, and Slack help create clear schedules and facilitate team collaboration. Doist and Evernote help prioritize and categorize tasks efficiently, while LastPass securely stores passwords and sensitive data.…
Read MoreAmping Up Productivity with the “Quiet Protocol”
Amping Up Productivity with the “Quiet Protocol” Employees are constantly interrupted in today’s hyper-connected world, disrupting productivity The “Quiet Protocol” allocates solid chunks of uninterrupted time for employees to focus on important work Pioneering research highlighted how interruptions negatively impact productivity; dedicated distraction-free periods saw productivity surge 65% Employers should draw clear boundaries for quiet…
Read MoreIgnite and Empower Your Team with Verbal Feedback
Ignite and Empower Your Team with Verbal Feedback Verbal feedback empowers and encourages employees, creating an atmosphere where they feel valued. Praise achievements to show appreciation and highlight the effort and outcome of a job well done. Be specific in your words. Appreciate the individual beyond their performance. Focus on their traits, talents, and leadership…
Read More7 Powerful Strategies for Aligning Your Team with Your Vision and Values
7 Powerful Strategies for Aligning Your Team with Your Vision and Values The success of a small business hinges on having a cohesive team that shares their company’s vision and values. Seven strategies are outlined to help align the team with the company’s vision and values: communication, lead by example, setting expectations, fostering open communication,…
Read MoreUnlocking Reciprocity: How Gratitude Transforms Workplace Culture
Unlocking Reciprocity: How Gratitude Transforms Workplace Culture • According to Benjamin Laker, professor at Henley Business School, organizations that lead with gratitude foster a sense of reciprocity – mutual recognition that promotes a continuous cycle of goodwill and strengthens team cohesion. • Studies show that generosity and reciprocity lead to happier, healthier and more creative…
Read MoreThe Curse of Perfectionism: Why It Hinders Workplace Productivity
The Curse of Perfectionism: Why It Hinders Workplace Productivity Perfectionism can be a hindrance to workplace productivity, as employees who focus too much on making things perfect waste time and miss deadlines. The pursuit of perfection is driven by a fear of failure and can lead to negative personal consequences such as stress, burnout, and…
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