The talent challenge is severe for employers. Data from the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis showed a steady and significant increase in voluntary “quits” during the pandemic. And this trend isn’t likely to subside any time soon. Here is a list of action items an organization faced with a talent squeeze might consider…
Read MoreThe pandemic threw the workplace headfirst to determine what was needed to survive. Businesses learned to navigate remote, hybrid, synchronous, asynchronous, and in-person methods. As employers figure out what is best for their businesses and employees, here are ideas to explore…
Read MoreSignificant changes in economic, social, political, cultural, and ethical conditions require organizations and individuals to reconsider what it means to lead. In a crisis, leaders must be capable of processing a large amount of complex information, contradictory points of view, and intense emotions. Here’s a few ways in which leaders can achieve this.
Read MoreIn a review of hundreds of academic and organizational research articles related to the post-pandemic, resiliency and adaptability were the most frequently mentioned words associated with the future of work. While resilience and adaptability are related, they are different in several ways. Here’s how and ways we can adapt in five areas of personal development.
Read MoreIf you feel your workplace seems different than before the pandemic, you aren’t alone. It’s because we are different and still under significant stress. Here are a few highlights from a recent study that help shine a light on what’s happening and WHY leaders should pay close attention to employee well-being.
Read MoreWe may have turned a corner with the virus, but we aren’t feeling relieved and stress-free. There has been one crisis after another, and the world seems to be heading in the wrong direction. Even the most hopeful of us are having trouble seeing a positive future. What does this new era mean for the workplace and work relations?
Read MoreMost decisions are based on less than perfect information. So instead of feigning or seeking certainty, we need to be open about the uncertainty surrounding a decision. Emotions also play a big role in the decision making process. Read more about it here… and make better decisions using the checklist included in this week’s blog!
Read MoreResearch shows that pets can act as an alternative source of social support and consistency in uncertain times (Mueller & Hunter, 2019). How is this possible and what do they do to make us easy and comfortable around them?
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