Millennials have often been maligned as being entitled or difficult to manage. Maybe they're just misunderstood. Today's must-reads offer some insight into understanding how to manage and motivate this complex generation. * An integrated workforce and taught leadership skills are two of the five "quick tips&...
I like to go for the path of least resistance, which is why it's absolutely essential that I enable healthy behavior in my quest to get in the best shape of my life. To do so, I had to eliminate barriers to exercise, which mostly meant that I...
Are you taking the right steps to motivate employee productivity, or are you unwittingly making mistakes that are counterproductive to efficiency? Today's must-reads might surprise you. * How can poor lighting influence productivity? This article introduces the Hawthorne effect and how it could be hurting employee output. [A Successful...
Starting a project is tough enough, but staying motivated on long-term goals is even more challenging. I tend to break big projects down into small, bite-sized chunks and tasks. That way, I get the instant gratification of completing daily milestones and simultaneously support my long-term goal. Another trick that helps...
Each week, I contribute dozens of articles on business and work motivation-related topics to a variety of Web properties. Here are some of my favorites from this week. * Can Bringing Your Dog to Work Boost Job Satisfaction? [infographic] [PayScale] * Do You Experience Social Anxiety? Research Reveals Influence of Small-Group Dynamics...
What factors drive employee motivation in the workplace? This week's must-reads share beneficial resources to increase productivity by creating a motivated workplace. * If you've ever been curious about what neurologically motivates people, then you'll enjoy this fascinating, in-depth PBS special complete with transcript. [PBS]...
