By Laura Tiensuu February 20, 2022 After putting the finishing touches on our newly renovated, 2004 Sprinter van, my partner and I set off to see if the “digital nomad” lifestyle was as attainable as the influencers on Instagram make it appear. The short answer? It’s not. But with a supportive employer, preparation, and … Continue reading I work a 9-to-5 job from a mountainside van. Here’s how I do it
By John Coleman February 17, 2022 Before the COVID-19 pandemic upended life around the world, we were living in the most prosperous period in all of human history, and yet people weren’t happier or more fulfilled. Why? A rising collection of data confirm and illuminate the disconnect between prosperity and purpose. An incredibly high … Continue reading Workers can become alienated from work without this thing
By Maria Colacurcio February 12, 2022 This past November, 4.5 million workers resigned in search of new opportunities. Many are looking for more transparency, equity, and a company that shares their values. If you’re one of those workers or you’re thinking about leaving your job, it can be hard to know how to … Continue reading Workers, you’ve got the power. Here’s how to use it
By Jennifer R. Joe and Wendy K. Smith—The Conversation February 12, 2022 President Joe Biden committed the U.S. government to racial equity by issuing four executive orders on Jan. 26 that seek to curb systemic racism. In the orders, he cited the killing of George Floyd in 2020, which sparked months of protests … Continue reading 3 ways Black workers say their white colleagues and managers can support them
By Tracy Brower February 02, 2022 Success in your job requires plenty of interpersonal skills. One important ability is to work cohesively with different kinds of people—even those who are challenging. One of the toughest personalities is the person who thinks they’re the smartest person in the room. Unfortunately, the competitive nature … Continue reading 4 tips for working with a colleague who lacks self-awareness
Rick Goodman January 14, 2022 Let’s take a look at some of the most common roadblocks at work. My hope is that this list will help you identify and troubleshoot some of the issues standing between you and a really effective, robust employee engagement approach. Common Roadblocks At Work That Hinder Workplace Engagement Some of … Continue reading 7 Common Roadblocks At Work
Liz Kislik November 19, 2021 Last week I attended a series of meetings with the leadership team of a startup operation. We discussed a variety of initiatives — some in the planning stage, others in mid-implementation or at the point of debriefing. I observed as the leaders shared their thoughts about the current and … Continue reading How to Divide and Conquer Work Assignments Based on Strengths and Preferences
Anna Znamenskaya November 10, 2021 The 40-hour workweek is done for. Executives know it, and employees do too, even if very few of them are saying it out loud. As big-name corporations like Amazon delay bringing workers back to the office due to continued COVID-19 concerns, others are trying to coax workers back and fretting … Continue reading The 40-Hour Workweek Is Over and We Should Let Hybrid Work End It For Good
Alice Corner October 22, 2021 patricksommer / Pixabay Most of us spend most of our time at work, it’s natural to want to feel like we are included and belong in those working environments. Many companies have Diversity and Inclusion working groups, councils, or initiatives to attempt to create a more inclusive workplace. But often … Continue reading What Does True Inclusion Look Like at Work?
Mia Naumoska September 10, 2021 In the last few years, the approach towards work has changed dramatically. We don’t need to work from 9 to 5 (or at least not everyone), we don’t need cubicles as much as we did in the past, and we don’t need (want) to climb the corporate ladder. Flexible hours, … Continue reading What is Your Work Style? Definition and Importance
