Teamwork
Why learning styles don’t work – and proven ways to learn more effectively
The long-held popular theory that learning styles help us consume and retain information isn’t backed by evidence. Here’s what modern education experts recommend instead to help adult learners succeed.
How we’ve built successful DEI partnerships at Atlassian
Our investment in these organizations creates a more diverse talent pool, not just for Atlassian, but for the entire industry.
Workplace Woes: Meetings
Productivity Meetings are overused, leaving workers overloaded Teams need a collection of collaboration techniques, tailored to various needs – a Swiss army knife, if you will. But we found too many teams have only one tool: meetings. And when you’re holding a hammer, everything looks like a nail. 78% of people we surveyed say they’re expected […]
New research: Boost team connection (without scheduling another meeting)
Managers are stretched thin these days, especially those leading in a distributed environment for the first time. As a result, team members can struggle to connect with and get direction from their manager. For example, a 2023 Gallup survey shows that US employees feel left out of the loop by their managers, and only a third say […]
7 sneaky ways friction is making your work life harder
Huggy Rao, co-author of The Friction Project, on the practices and processes that may be holding you back.
7 icebreaker games to help your team build authentic connections
These deceptively simple exercises can build the framework for psychological safety.
What does psychological safety mean, anyway?
It’s more than a buzzword — it’s the secret to healthy, high-performing teams.
The importance of teamwork (as proven by science)
Healthy teams enjoy benefits that go far beyond the company’s bottom line.
How to build critical thinking skills for better decision-making
It’s simple in theory, but tougher in practice – here are five tips to get you started.
Secondments: the most powerful job training you’ve never heard of
All the benefits of continuing education, without the hassle of night school.
4 communication styles and how to navigate them in the workplace
Find out which team members are dominant, influencers, conscientious, or steady.
The truth about compressed workweeks, according to people who’ve done it
A candid look at the pros and cons of a 4-day workweek, plus real-world tips for pulling it off.
How to get unstuck: tips for moving past analysis paralysis
Here’s what to do when you need to stop deliberating and start deciding.
How to write SMART goals
It’s easier to succeed when you have clearly defined objectives that are based in reality.