by Liz Lewis
on April 22, 2020
Mere months ago, nobody would have predicted that today, there would be millions of people around the world sheltering in place and working from home amid a global pandemic. But humans are masters of adaptation, so it’s no surprise that people have adjusted their routines in response to the challenges COVID-19 has created in daily life.
While there’s no shortage …
by Liz Lewis
on April 15, 2020
Under today’s pandemic conditions, working from home has transformed from a perk enjoyed by some to a daily requirement for millions of people across the world.
“The current COVID-19 crisis is really a watershed moment for telework,” says Dr. Timothy Golden, of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a management expert who has studied the subject for over 20 years.
This level …
by Liz Lewis
on April 10, 2020
Today, workers and employers alike find themselves in uncharted territory. The impact of COVID-19 has left us all considering many factors, from how long the pandemic will last to its impact on the economy. But what about well-being? How does it factor into the situation?
According to Dr. Jan-Emmanuel De Neve of the University of Oxford (also co-editor of the …
by Liz Lewis
on January 23, 2020
We’ve all seen the stats: The job market is the strongest it’s been in decades, investments are up and the economy is booming. While such good news is always welcome, Indeed wanted to know how this impacts employees on the ground. Do workers feel confident in their abilities and career paths? And why should employee confidence levels matter to employers? …
by Liz Lewis
on January 8, 2020
Effective communication in the workplace can be a balancing act. Say too much, and you’ll offend someone. Say too little, and small problems can add up. So how can everyone from new hires to managers learn to speak up in a way that is productive, safe and mutually beneficial?
To find out, we asked Kim Scott, author of the bestseller …