Navigating Conflict in the Workplace
If you have worked for a while, you have undoubtedly had to face an inconvenient truth — sometimes conflict is inevitable.
Posts Tagged: Workplace
Is Appreciation Just an American Concept?
The need for appreciation is expressed in a variety of countries and cultures. You can’t miss the mark by saying “thanks” for a job well done, regardless of the cultural background of your colleagues!
A Spirit of Giving: Real Life Situation Applied to the Workplace
A spirit of giving is expressed in so many ways. Sharing with others in the workplace is fulfilling because the activity lends itself to mutual rewards.
A Toxic Workplace Can Kill You (Really)
There’s a difference between a bad job and one that is truly toxic. A toxic work environment can seriously affect your physical and mental health, even to the point of shortening your life.
Bored at Work? Is There Anything You Can Do About It?
Recent research has found that a majority of employees in the U.S. report being bored at work. And this appears to be a significantly more frequent issue for millennials, who report being bored at twice the rate of other workers. What are some factors that can contribute to being bored?
Mental Health in the Workplace
Mental health in the workplace is an increasingly important topic. Mental illness can have devastating effects on productivity.
Generational Differences in the 5 Languages of Appreciation
One of the most frequently asked questions I receive when I’m training groups is: “Are there generational differences related to the 5 languages of appreciation?” The simple answer is: Yes, there are.
Healthier Alternatives to Overworking Yourself in an Understaffed Workplace
What strategies can you use to remain an effective professional without burning out from the burden of overwork?
Subject of Office Gossip?
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me. Is that true? Words can be hurtful.
Avoiding Holiday Hassles at Work – What Employees Are Saying
We had an amazing response, over 2800 people replied, and over 900 shared individual stories of their worst experiences at work during the holidays – which seems to confirm the intense energy around the issue of workplace holiday celebrations.