What are you thankful for?
When was the last time you said ‘thank you’ to someone you work with? Turns out, Americans are less likely to say “thanks” on the job than anywhere else.
The 3 best strategies for motivating your employees
The psychological concept of self-determination theory has been widely studied and practiced in academics and science, but it also has several useful strategies to offer leaders in the workplace. In a nutshell, self-determination theory refers to the three fundamental psychological needs that humans need fulfilled to be motivated to perform. Since motivation should be a…
The Most Important Tips for New Managers
Moving into management can be an exciting new challenge and serve as the payoff after years of hard work. But with more responsibilities come more risk. Whether you’re in a brand-new position at a new company or have been promoted in a company you’ve been with for a long time, the challenge remains: how can…
A more efficient leader
We all want to be more efficient, right? Yet research shows that many business leaders are going about it the wrong way. Here are some ways that research suggests can help us be more efficient at the office. Focus on one thing at a time You may think that multitasking will make you more productive,…
Balancing the needs of parents and employees without children
It’s not easy trying to accommodate two vastly different groups of people, but when it comes to working parents and child-free employees, you might find their concerns and desires more similar than you might expect.
Dishonesty: Three strategies for dealing with a dishonest employee
Dishonesty is a common human trait and everyone has lied at least a few times in their lives. In the workplace, however, dishonesty can create serious problems. Check this blog post for more info.