New research from The Conference Board tells us that only 59 percent of U.S. organizations that participated in their recent study surveyed employees about their level of readiness and comfort returning to a physical workspace.
Although we all hope to achieve a new normal sooner rather than later, […]
Let’s face it, 2020 has been a year like no other. So, it stands to reason that we could all use some tips about how to perform at our best when it really matters.
Dr. Don Greene is a sports psychologist, who has taught more than 1,000 professional […]
In addition to rising populations, so too is the average life expectancy. Japan, Switzerland, Singapore, Australia, and Spain are in the top five at an average of 83 years old. While this is positive data, many employers underestimate the struggle that employees face balancing their personal, professional, […]
Want your kid to be the next Jack Welch or Nancy Pelosi? According to a study by Kelton Research, you should get them a pet. A whopping 93 percent of C-suite executives grew up with a pet, according to the research, and 78 percent of executives attribute […]
In November every year, Americans gather for Thanksgiving, a family ritual where everyone eats, watches U.S. football, and speaks about what they are grateful for. These gatherings can be quite large, so the adults sit at the dining room table and the children sit at a card […]
CNN interviewed a young guy who started a junk removal business with a beat-up truck. Entrepreneur Brian Scudamore now owns four brands with 250 franchises across the United States, Canada and Australia. Recall 1-800-GOT-JUNK? That’s him and his 5,000 employees, who will haul in $400 million this […]
According to a survey by the career website Flexjobs, 95 percent of people say having a more flexible job would make them happier. Why? From giving them more time, to take care of themselves, to decreasing their overall stress levels, to enabling them to be a better […]
One of the best business books I’ve read is THE ONE THING, which outlines the surprisingly simple truth behind extraordinary results. The premise is that if you chase two rabbits, you will not catch either one (Russian Proverb). In order to succeed you must narrow your focus.
There […]
According to Gallup, only 27% of employees believe in their company’s values. Needless to say, I was alarmed when I read this statistic since values define an organization’s culture. They describe who you are, what you believe in, and the attributes that everyone should “sense” when they […]
