Loneliness at work impairs mood and health – and hurts productivity and the bottom line. The economic damage caused when employees suffer feelings of isolation may soon worsen as offices become more automated and more people work remotely The share of American adults who say they’re lonely has doubled since the 1980s to 40 percent,… Continue reading Loneliness at Work Hurts
How creative were you yesterday?Pause for a moment, and really think about this… Did you engage in any creative activity, come up with an innovative idea or solution… contribute to something completely new and different? Maybe you thought about an innovation to a process or service in your work… Designed a new image, page or… Continue reading The virtuous cycle of innovation & wellbeing
I began my career working for companies that focused on consultative human resources and organization effectiveness. Over the years that followed, I have worked for many types of leaders, and have picked up key lessons along the way — primarily, what one should and should not do to be an effective leader. I recently came… Continue reading Servant Leadership: More You, Less Me
ANUJA NADKARNI/STUFF Perpetual Guardian’s 4 day week trial results are in Trust company Perpetual Guardian has made its four-day week permanent after its trial was a hit among employees and boosted productivity. The company claimed productivity had increased by 20 per cent during the trial, and staff were more engaged and enthusiastic. Perpetual Guardian has… Continue reading Perpetual Guardian makes four-day week permanent
01/05/2018 The Financial Services industry has received the dubious honour of being UK’s most stressed industry[i] In a sector driven by high performance, tighter regulation and constant change it is not surprising that this is increasing the pressure on employees. Nearly two-thirds of Financial Sector employees report that they are working longer hours than contracted,… Continue reading Dealing to Distraction
Research suggests that awe can make you happier, healthier, more humble, and more connected to the people around you. BY SUMMER ALLEN | SEPTEMBER 26, 2018 Starting 15 years ago, scientists have been studying the complex and mysterious emotion called awe—one you might have felt if you’ve stood in front of the Taj Mahal, hiked… Continue reading Eight Reasons Why Awe Makes Your Life Better
