Teamwork
9 immediate ways to improve communication in the workplace
Whether you’re all together, or all working from home, good communication is key to working together best.
What to do when cognitive overload threatens your productivity
Today’s knowledge workers are drowning in…well, knowledge.
You’ve got disengaged employees—here’s why they need encouragement and support
Your people are the heart of your company. The more engaged they are at work, the better off your company is. Be warned, though: while highly engaged employees have the power to make great companies, disengaged employees have the power to break them. For every two engaged employees in the US, there is one actively disengaged.
Boost your team’s success by learning when to say no
In today’s workplace, saying yes to everything isn’t realistic – or healthy. By learning to say no the right way, you can reduce stress levels and advance your career, without burning a single bridge.
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.