Burnout can potentially impact anyone, regardless of their industry. Some work environments are naturally more high-pressure than others. However, all companies have the potential to overwork employees if they do not pay attention and consistently expect too much from them. Some managers can get away with pushing workers past their boundaries for a short time. […]
Your company’s holidays are likely based on widely celebrated holidays. You know, the usual suspects, such as Thanksgiving, Independence Day, Christmas, and Labor Day. As the calendar indicates, these days off throughout the year follow a predictable rhythm. The problem? They do not reflect everyone’s values, beliefs, or personal lives. That’s where floating holidays come […]
Workplace stress is hardly an individual problem. It can, all too easily, uproot the very fabric of your team as you know it. When stress levels are high, deadlines are missed, miscommunication increases, and creativity is compromised. However, when leaders take active, intentional steps to create a lower-stress environment, they can set their teams up […]
Every well-functioning workplace needs good scheduling policies. When scheduling practices are weak, they can lead to understaffed shifts, low worker morale, and declining productivity. On the other hand, a clear and efficient scheduling policy can ensure sufficient coverage during peak work hours, minimize time waste, and boost output. Although it takes time to develop a […]
In any competitive environment, teams that stay productive, focused, and ahead of deadlines are the ones that thrive. Whether you’re part of a startup, a large organization, or a remote team, the ability to manage time effectively can make or break your team. Burnout is a problem. Missing critical deadlines is a problem. To achieve your goals while […]
Time is the most valuable resource in the world today — and it always has been. Whether you are an entrepreneur running your own business or an employee navigating your daily tasks, finding ways to increase efficiency can make a big difference to your workday and long-term success. Being efficient doesn’t only mean you’re getting […]
Every week, over 100 million consumers tune in to their favorite podcasts. Some are casual listeners. Others avidly fill their queues with so many episodes and interviews that they’ll never work through them all. The growing number of online audio listeners represents a new consumer segment that businesses are increasingly targeting with their marketing messages. […]
Professional Wellness Month is a timely reminder as June rolls around: your well-being doesn’t end after clocking out. In fact, for long-term success and happiness in the workplace, it is crucial to nurture your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. Let’s be honest, though. There are still many workplaces where the grind culture is alive and […]
The next generation of workplace tech shouldn’t use AI to replace people. It should use it to restore people. Experts estimate that AI already saves professionals more than an hour daily on outsourced tasks. That number could increase to 12 hours in less than five years from this writing. This is a productivity game changer. […]
If your work teams are not performing as expected, it may not be due to laziness or a poor fit. Instead, it could be due to insufficient training, poor communication, or low workplace morale. Correcting these problems is crucial if you want to improve output and results. Building the “dream team” at work doesn’t happen […]
