It’s become the norm for Americans to ignore their vacation days and work year round without taking more than a day or two off at a time. But the routine can get boring very quickly. For those in creative positions, it is especially important to go out into the...
Do you ever get the feeling that you're an inactive participant in your own life? This loss of control is frustrating and stressful; to fight it, the key is to be resilient, not reactive. "Resilient people feel a greater sense of control over their lives," says...
This is a guest post by Joe Pawlikowski. Have you delegated any tasks today? Unless you’re in a management position, with employees working under you, chances are you answered in the negative. Which is a shame. How many tasks did you perform today that a person with half your...
This is a guest post by Heidi Cardenas. There’s no denying that employees who are happy with their surroundings are happier at work. And by extension, employees who are more physically comfortable and aren’t distracted by awkward desk arrangements or back pain from uncomfortable chairs are able to...
If creativity is what you're after, don't force your female employees to be part of head-to-head competitions between work teams. [contextly_auto_sidebar id="PlBCGszyjGC4XsoeyksQIqIbppid8GSC"]Researchers at Washington University in St. Louis pitted mixed-gender and same-sex teams in a performance-based competition for a cash...
If you work for an entrepreneur, you don't need me to tell you that stress management is the single most important skill you need for the long term. Yes, other skills are exceedingly important -- like effective communication, proactivity, resourcefulness, tact and organization -- but without a solid...
