It’s happening. More and more employees are returning to the office. Some are choosing to go back, while others are being pulled back by policies. Deep down, we probably all knew this day would come. While we’ve discovered some jobs that can be 100% remote, most jobs need at least some time in the office. …
How Could Kindness Change the Workplace?
It’s amazing how much you learn about someone after their passing. I remember watching Bob Saget host America’s Funniest Home Videos when I was growing up. And, of course, I’m a big fan of Full House. After his sudden death last month, I’ve watched and read a lot more about him and what his family …
Making Work a Little Merrier This Christmas
Do you remember when the holidays used to be enjoyable at work? You had a few things to finish up, but otherwise, just coasted through the last few weeks of the year. Certainly, some departments had things a little busier, like if you were finalizing budgets. But it wasn’t too bad. You got to spend …
Holiday Gifts Your Employees Really Want
It’s that time again! Thanksgiving and Christmas are right around the corner, and I think it’s safe to say we’re all ready to celebrate! (Certainly, we’re still having to make sure to celebrate safely during this pandemic. But there are more possibilities this year than last year!) That means it’s also time to select holiday …
How Leaders & Employees Support Mental Health
We’ve seen a lot of headlines recently about mental health needs, including Naomi Osaka withdrawing from the French Open and Simone Biles not competing in some of the Tokyo Olympics gymnastics competitions. While these situations are shedding light on this very important topic, it can still be easy to think they only happen to other …
How to Leave Your Job Well
Thinking about quitting your job and being part of “the Great Resignation”? If so, you’re in good company. Over 4 million workers quit their jobs in April, and more have quit since then. The pandemic has caused all of us to rethink certain parts of our lives – what’s truly important to us and how …
Changing “Have To” to “Get To”
How often do you find yourself saying you “have to” do something? “I have to get this presentation ready.” “I have to help this customer.” “I have to take my kids to soccer practice.” If you’re like me, you can find yourself saying “have to” all the time – really without thinking about it. It …
Two Ways to Avoid the Great Resignation
“The Great Resignation” is here. As we are hopefully entering post-pandemic times, another challenge is arising for employers – employees leaving. Lots of them. There’s been so much uncertainty during the pandemic that many employees stayed put. As that uncertainty lessens, the likelihood of leaving increases. Depending on the study, 25-40% of employees are considering …
Applying CDC “No Mask” Guidelines at Work
Last week, the CDC issued new mask guidelines that got everyone excited. Fully vaccinated people no longer have to wear masks or social distance unless required by other rules in place (federal or local laws, business policies, etc.). There are a few caveats. For example, masks are still required in airports and on public transportation. …
How to Think About the Push to Return to Work
It’s becoming a regular topic in organizations of all types and sizes – when are employees coming back onsite? After over a year of many employees working remotely, there’s a growing push to return onsite. Some reasons are related to data and science – vaccines are available to anyone 16 years of age and older …