teamwork
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.
4 reasons for project fails—and how to prevent each one
We’re living in the golden age of failure, where tech culture embraces a “fail fast” mentality and celebrates lessons learned from missteps. But when it comes to that upcoming project you’re leading, given a choice, you’d much rather succeed.
How team agreements help you navigate the brave new world of hybrid work
Clarify what you expect of each other so you can work harmoniously (no matter where your desk is).
Emotional intelligence is on the decline – what does it mean for the future of work?
Our happiness and productivity are at stake. Here’s how we can mitigate the risks of our increasing reliance on digital connection.
The right to disconnect: why leaders should encourage employees to unplug
What is the right to disconnect? The term means exactly what it sounds like—your employee’s right to shut off work after hours without fear of repercussion. As Fast Company points out, legislation is mounting in support of an employee’s right to not be available off the clock in France, Italy, Spain, Ireland, and elsewhere. The European Union (EU) defines the right to disconnect as “a worker’s right to be able to disengage from work and refrain from engaging in work-related electronic communications, such as emails or other messages, during non-work hours.” What do “working hours” look like as the line between home life and work life blurs?
Should your company offer unlimited time off? Pros and cons to consider
Your employees might love their jobs, but here’s the truth: They still want (and deserve) some time off the clock.
Design your ideal workweek and do more of what you love
Use our templates to manage your energy levels and minimize those slumps.
So, your manager just quit—now what?
The day starts out like any other. You get your morning coffee, hop into the car, and head to work. But just as you pop your head in for a “good morning” to your boss, you see a vision that changes your job forever:
How to improve your negotiation skills
You’re probably already negotiating more than you think. These six tips can help you reach mutually beneficial agreements with your collaborators.
The present bias: why you keep sabotaging your future—and how to stop
Do you ever feel like you’re leading a double life? On the one hand, there’s ‘Future You’ who’s everything you want to be. Future You wakes up early, feeling refreshed and ready. Future You is wealthy, with a hearty savings account and an enviable investment portfolio.
4 keys to successful cross-cultural collaboration
Here’s the cool part: if just one team member increases their cultural acuity, the whole team benefits.