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Harvard Behavioral Scientist: Ask Yourself These 3 Questions Before Returning to ‘Normal’
The pandemic has changed how we work, where we live, and how we socialize. But not all the shifts wrought by the virus are external. It has also probably changed your personality, psychologists say.
1 Clear Sign to Recognize Someone With the Gift of Leadership – Trust
To promote more trust in virtual and hybrid teams, pro-social leadership behaviours like empathy and compassion, for example, have been found to release the feel-good neurochemicals in the brain, like oxytocin.
Warren Buffett: Your Measure of Success at the End of Your Life Comes Down to This ‘Ultimate Test’
That four-letter word — l-o-v-e — can be off-putting in the business world, but not so much for leaders, founders, executives, and entrepreneurs operating from the heart.
The increasing importance of workplace investigations
Companies are realizing that silence is no longer an option when it comes to systemic racism and inequality. When the need for a workplace investigation arises, it is important to be prepared to conduct the investigation quickly, thoughtfully, and proactively.
Want to Be Happier and More in Control? Science Says Sleep Like This Every Night
As we mark the unfortunate milestone of an entire year dealing with a global pandemic, I have some good news. A brand new study suggests that if you've been feeling down or depressed, there's a simple change you can make in your daily habits that could lead to marked improvement in your moods.
Why Is Performance Management More Important Now Than Ever Before?
The big question for all employers right now is why is a performance management plan more important now than ever before? The answer is simple, we are conducting business in a new reality where many people are working remotely. This has impacted how leaders lead and how people are managed.
You can claim up to $400 in your 2020 taxes for working from home
Millions of Canadians working from home could qualify for new tax deduction
Team Touchpoints – Do you know how your team is REALLY doing?
When teams struggle, it affects their productivity and the company's bottom line.