Teamwork
How to build a hybrid work culture that will last
They may be the most underrated component of a successful business.
What is a personal user manual? How can it help teams collaborate?
According to Gallup, just seven percent of employees strongly agree that communication at work is accurate, timely, and open. And the continuing transition to remote and hybrid work has only made this more apparent. Personal user manuals offer a unique solution to foster transparency and improve team communication and collaboration across the board.
4 reasons you can’t focus at work (and how to destroy each one)
Forces beyond your control are chipping away at your ability to concentrate. But you can fight back.
How to write an effective project proposal
Project proposals are a great way to kick off an initiative. They show a clear path of execution and make stakeholders aware of costs and benefits. They can convince a team or manager to make a change. Or they can show a client what services and solutions you can provide. You can write a project proposal for just about anything: to build a new tool, for a process to improve team workflows, or to create a new website. Here’s how to write a project proposal that’s professional, informative, and persuasive.
How to communicate like a leader
Show up as a leader on your team, regardless of what the org chart says.
10 tips to be more confident at work
If you’re ready to power-up (no pun intended) your confidence at work, you’re about to drastically improve your performance. HR Dive reports that nearly all workers (98%) say they perform better when they feel confident at work. HR leaders say the trait can generate resilient, productive, and loyal employees. But what exactly is confidence?
The burnout-busting benefits of taking a vacation
Feeling overwhelmed and uninspired? Maximize the benefits of a rejuvenating vacation with a little help from psychology.
The real reasons you procrastinate at work
According to a growing body of psychology research, procrastination isn’t a weakness – it’s a symptom.
OKR vs KPI: What’s the difference?
A guide to the two most popular goal-setting frameworks.
The 4 types of company culture, explained
Your corporate culture says a lot about how work gets done. See how yours fits into these four distinct categories.
5 ways to boost your motivation skills
Try these science-backed tips to hone your focus and amp up your team.
4 reasons for project fails—and how to prevent each one
We’re living in the golden age of failure, where tech culture embraces a “fail fast” mentality and celebrates lessons learned from missteps. But when it comes to that upcoming project you’re leading, given a choice, you’d much rather succeed.
How team agreements help you navigate the brave new world of hybrid work
Clarify what you expect of each other so you can work harmoniously (no matter where your desk is).
Emotional intelligence is on the decline – what does it mean for the future of work?
Our happiness and productivity are at stake. Here’s how we can mitigate the risks of our increasing reliance on digital connection.
The right to disconnect: why leaders should encourage employees to unplug
What is the right to disconnect? The term means exactly what it sounds like—your employee’s right to shut off work after hours without fear of repercussion. As Fast Company points out, legislation is mounting in support of an employee’s right to not be available off the clock in France, Italy, Spain, Ireland, and elsewhere. The European Union (EU) defines the right to disconnect as “a worker’s right to be able to disengage from work and refrain from engaging in work-related electronic communications, such as emails or other messages, during non-work hours.” What do “working hours” look like as the line between home life and work life blurs?