Although your office setup may look quite different from just a few years ago—you might be working from home, or your workplace may have an entirely new configuration to keep germs at bay—you may still feel the pull to “work through” lunch by juggling your salad and your laptop at your desk. Perhaps ... [ Read More ]
6 Ways To Boost Employee Happiness (And Why It Matters)
In today’s economic climate, when many businesses are short-staffed and many workers are reconsidering their current jobs, discerning managers are wise to consider how to increase employee happiness and motivation. Determining what makes employees thrive is paramount for several reasons. First, ... [ Read More ]
Creating More Joy in the Workplace
The way we view our employment and where we place value has evolved over the past several years. At many organizations, the day-to-day grind has now been replaced with a more holistic approach, one which emphasizes the overall wellbeing of the employee. Businesses have become more aware of the ... [ Read More ]
Establishing Psychological Safety and Building Trust
Perhaps you’ve heard about emotional safety—the feeling of trusting your partner with sharing your thoughts, fears, pain and vulnerabilities. You establish emotional safety with a loved one by demonstrating authentic interest and concern. James D. Huysman with Psychology Today does a great job in ... [ Read More ]
Being Aware of High-Touch Surfaces When Returning to the Office
For the past year, you have lived inside a sterile bubble called home with almost hourly sanitizing of high-touch areas. Although the risk may not be extremely high, people can become sick from touching simple objects around the office and then touching their mouth, face, eyes and nose. With ... [ Read More ]
4 Tips for Re-Entering the Workplace
People are now re-entering the workplace after months of closures due to COVID-19. Whether you are a business owner or an employee heading back to the office, you are no doubt thinking about the precautions which will keep you and those around you healthy as the virus continues to circulate. ... [ Read More ]
Dealing With Strong Personalities in the Workplace
Strong personalities in the workplace can certainly make things interesting. When you think of someone as having a sharp or commanding personality, you may immediately think of someone who is abrasive, difficult and hard to get along within the office or in life. While this can be an accurate ... [ Read More ]
Workplace Civility Encourages Professional Success
It should go without saying that office civility encourages professional success. However, rudeness in the workplace a far too common problem these days. It is unsettling since most of us spend most of our time in an office with our peers. It not only affects our attitude but the bottom line, as ... [ Read More ]
6 Reasons Why You May Be An Annoying Coworker
We all have stories about an annoying coworker. Things they do to drive you out of your mind. Although they may not be targeting you specifically, you feel as if they are taunting you with their maddening mannerisms. According to a recent survey of 2,000 Americans, conducted by Olivet Nazarene ... [ Read More ]
How To Shine At Your Next Job Interview
First impressions are never more important than when you are attending a job interview; perception plays a vital role when attempting to make a powerful impact and impress your future boss. Taking time to put some thought and effort into your image will benefit you throughout your career. Here ... [ Read More ]
Five Ways to Disagree and Still Remain Civil
Most of us strive to be team players, getting along with colleagues and contributing to a harmonious atmosphere at work. That said, there will be times when we disagree with someone else’s opinion in the office. While serving on a committee, working on a group project or interacting with ... [ Read More ]
6 Questions You Should Ask at Your Next Job Interview
Most job seekers spend a great deal of time preparing for the interview, anticipating how they will answer questions while looking confident and self-assured. Previously published on HuffPost. But, the process works both ways. Not only is it a chance for a prospective employer to learn more ... [ Read More ]
Social Etiquette: An Update on Everyday Manners
Rules of etiquette have changed. Previously published on HuffPost. What once was relevant may no longer apply as society advances. For example, cell phone etiquette was not a conversation until 1973 when the first call was made. Facebook etiquette wasn’t an issue until 2004. Today we pin, ... [ Read More ]
Foul Language at the Office Comes With a Price
Whether you consider it a vice or virtue, many professionals admit to using foul language at work. But that doesn't mean it's a good idea. Previously published on Inc. If you think profanity is becoming more common on the job, you're right. Younger employees don't consider cursing as taboo as ... [ Read More ]
Office Lunch Break Etiquette
The work days are filled with lunch-related dilemmas. Previously published on Inc. From skipping a meal to dining with a client, there is a right and wrong way to go about handling the office lunch break. The following are a few do's and don'ts to get you through a typical day. Lunch Break ... [ Read More ]