Burnout is real, but most of us don’t have the luxury of a sabbatical to reset. Here’s how to succeed at work without exhausting yourself more along the way.
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Return To Office? This Leader Treats Employees Like Adults
Flip the Return-to-Office debate: Discover how innovative leaders like Jack Hidary are redefining work by meeting employees where they thrive.
Why Working Long Hours Hurts Your Work Performance
Many organizations embrace a grind culture despite research showing that long work hours hurt performance. Here is why, followed by advice to reign in your work hours.
8 Ways To Stop Micromanaging. It’s Time To Break That Habit
As workplaces shift to a more inclusive environment, it’s time leaders break the habit of micromanaging. Here are eight strategies to help.
Legal Trends: Navigating the Maze of Minimum Wage Rules
Explore minimum wage compliance challenges, from federal to local rules, tipped employees, and workers with disabilities, with SHRM’s expert guidance.
OSHA Issues Final Rule Requiring Proper Fit for Construction Industry PPE
OSHA has issued a final rule requiring that personal protective equipment for the construction industry fit properly. The rule will take effect on Jan. 13.
HR’s Role Protecting Employee Data People Analytics
HR must balance transparency and confidentiality, making sure that employee information is handled ethically, securely, and in compliance with data protection laws. Mishandling personal records, payroll information, and sensitive organizational data can result in legal consequences, reputational damage, and workplace discord.
What I learned about the unexpected magic of ‘working alone, together’
Natalie Nixon experimented with “working alone, together” by logging into the FLOWN platform.
Are You Checked Out at Work?
Research shows that disengaging from our jobs can impact our mental health, motivation, stress levels, responsiveness, and even cognitive function. Worse, withdrawal is self-perpetuating, triggering a troubling cycle that can be difficult to break. If you’re looking to re-engage at work in the new year, incorporating more purposeful interactions into your workday can help. These can interrupt the withdrawal spiral, decreasing loneliness and bringing back your energy, creativity, and sense of purpose. Five small actions can help you build meaningful connections throughout your day: 1) Initiate or join a collaborative project; 2) Host a small brainstorming session; 3) Seek out peer input; 4) Step away from your desk; and 5) Seek out community.
A management professor explains why you should stop explaining everything
When managers don’t bother explaining everything, direct reports receive abstract instructions and are empowered.
How To Maintain Your Sanity Commuting Back And Forth To The Office
While the return to office may seem daunting, these strategies can help alleviate the stress associated with your work commute.
Lack Of Respect Make You Want To Quit? How To Handle Toxic Leadership
Disrespect in leadership creates toxic workplaces, leading employees to quit. Recognize the signs, set boundaries, and take steps to address the issue at work.
Ask HR: How to Adapt to New Leadership
Strategically adapt your role and responsibilities under new leadership. Also, make thoughtful and professional reference requests.
My Junior Employee Sends Rude Emails
How to handle a team member who regularly sends you rude emails, and two other tricky workplace situations.
5 Leadership Traits That Set High-Potential Employees Apart
If you’re an aspiring leader, this episode is for you.