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...
This is a guest post by Keri Lunt Stevens. It’s hard to justify allotting several hours to a home office deep clean when you have projects that are due and clients who are waiting. But, what you may not have considered is that your productivity is likely suffering due...
Richard Branson is one of today's most heralded visionaries. His latest policy move at Virgin marks another tremendous step forward in how high-profile companies do business. [contextly_auto_sidebar id="TyjivBDy52JbXMGDdyYgmj5GV512PS2f"]Employees at the Virgin Group have one more reason to give their all: unlimited vacation....
