3 ways to stay productive when you’re overwhelmed
So many people I talk to are overwhelmed. They can't keep up with their to-do lists and escalating requests for their time. Sometimes, they're confused about what to do next...
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4 things managers shouldn’t say when returning to the office
Let's be clear. This column is about a return to the office but not return to work. Confusing the two is the first thing bosses should not do when talking...
7 tips to up your networking game
Even the smartest business leaders can't run a business all by themselves. So the smartest business leaders are the ones who find the best people and make excellent use of...
4 ways to maximize productivity at work
Growing up as an athlete, the goal was always to achieve a state of flow. Some coaches called it "finding your flow," others called it "getting in the zone," and...
Pandemic ruined your motivation? Here are 3 scientifically proven ways to get it back
If you're feeling a lack of motivation these days, you're not alone. The COVID-19 pandemic has sapped the willpower and drive of people across the nation, something psychologists say is...
3 misconceptions about remote work and how to manage them
By many accounts, remote work looks promising. At Mercer, an HR and workplace benefits consulting firm, for example, a staggering 94% of employers surveyed said that productivity was on par...
How happier people spend their money, according to science
Money can do a lot of things; one of the most important is create choices. But after a certain point, more money doesn't make people happier. According to a 2010...
The gender pay gap has been slowly closing for years. Will 2021 erase that progress?
COVID-19 has been brutal on just about everyone, but it's been particularly miserable for working women who have been hit with a double whammy. First, women are overrepresented in industries...
How 2020 changed diversity, equity, and inclusion for good and how companies can do better in 2021
The past year sparked a wave of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives throughout the business world. Leaders in all industries have searched for the right thing to say or...
Here is how to stop micromanaging
Almost no one would admit to being a micromanager. They are just "detail-oriented" or focused on getting things "perfect." While these phrases sound much better than "I like to nitpick...