A lot of pressure is put on employees to be productive in today’s fast-paced workplaces. It’s not uncommon for us to hear messages about how hard, long, and intelligent we should work. Furthermore, workers are gaining recognition from employers by engaging in activities that make them appear productive, despite growing fears about layoffs and job […]
Our work has been transformed by the COVID-19 pandemic. It has become the new norm for many companies to consider a hybrid work model in the past two years as millions of people have transitioned to remote work. According to a Zippia report published in 2023, 74% of U.S. companies use or plan to implement […]
Trust is the cornerstone of success, whether it’s a personal or professional relationship. After all, for collaboration, innovation, and productivity to be successful, trust at work is essential. And, the more trust employees have in their leaders and each other, the more engaged, productive, and willing they are to go the extra mile they are. […]
We are all combating procrastination, which can negatively affect our productivity, relationships, and well-being. Procrastination is a chronic problem for around 20% of adults. Additionally, Darius Foroux’s study of 2219 participants revealed that 88% of the workforce procrastinates at least one hour every day. Moreover, it said a person earning $40k a year wastes 15,000 […]
We live in a time when mindless scrolling has become an epidemic. Despite knowing that it’s a bad habit, we all do it. According to Reviews.org, 56.9 percent of Americans are addicted to cell phones. Each day, Americans spend 4 hours, 25 minutes on their phones. Nevertheless, experts recommend reducing scrolling and screen time outside […]
Burnout isn’t new and burnout recovery isn’t easy. According to new research from Future Forum, workplace stress has resulted in an all-time high level of burnout. The World Health Organization defines burnout as an increased mental distance from one’s job, feelings of energy depletion, and negativity, among 10,243 full-time desk-based workers polled in six countries, […]
In recent years, remote work has gained significant momentum, and COVID-19 only boosted its popularity. In fact, as of 2023, 27% of U.S. employees work remotely. However, the number of American employees working remotely is expected to reach 36,2 million by 2025. As we return to normal, however, remote work has become a hot-button issue. […]
It’s no secret that artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing our lives and work. Automation, content generation, and insights provided by AI tools are already used to improve productivity. An analysis of Stanford and MIT researchers found that using AI tools like chatbots helps boost worker productivity by 14% at one tech company. In other words, […]
In an effort to attract and retain workers, employers offer nontraditional perks across various industries. It is not uncommon for companies to implement summer office hours, such as Fridays off or reduced work hours, in order to give their employees a break. The history of Summer Fridays isn’t clear. However, some sources say it began […]
Summer is arguably one of the best times of the year. The season brings warmer weather, longer days, and lots of fun, seasonal activities. State fairs, drive-in movie theaters, catching fireflies, swimming, and going to the beach are just a few things to look forward to. Additionally, summer is a time during which you should […]
