Never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life.” (Singer Dolly Parton) Had Dolly written those words into a song, it would likely have been a huge hit, maybe even better, ironically, than 9 to 5, the fun ballad with a not-so-fun message: all work and no play. Beyond the… Read More »
Tag: Burnout
Your Relationship with Your Coworkers is More Important than You Might Think
You spend a lot of time at work – whether it’s on site or remotely. So, building good relationships with those you interact with on a day-to-day basis is critical. It can have a huge impact on how successful you are, how much you enjoy your work, and how happy you are with your life… Read More »
Pets in the Workplace?
Pets at work can be enjoyable, safe and beneficial – and having them there is an increasingly common employee benefit. But before you jump right into having Fido show up with his owner on Monday morning, be sure you weigh the pros and cons, be aware of any related concerns, and take a few other… Read More »
From Baby to Back to Work: Here’s How to Adjust to Your New Routine
Is taking care of a baby a full-time job? Oh yeah it is – especially if your little one still doesn’t sleep through the night, is colicky, or you just can’t bear the thought of returning to your pre-parenthood routine. But even if none of these scenarios apply, adjusting to work/life balance when there’s a… Read More »
Ways to Support the Equality of Women at Work
The business world has made strides in advancing gender equity, but there’s still a long way to go. Numerous studies show that women still earn less, get promoted less frequently, and are underrepresented in the highest leadership positions. In 2020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, women’s annual earnings were 83 percent of… Read More »
The Unexpected Benefits of Conflict
Confrontational conflict can result in unforeseen benefits. Conflict can be difficult to handle in the workplace, but it can also have some unexpected benefits. For example, confrontational conflict can help to resolve disputes and build trust between coworkers. It can also help to improve productivity and communication. In short, confrontational conflict can be a valuable… Read More »
How to Deal With Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome occurs when individuals, often working professionals, start to doubt their career accomplishments and might feel like they are a fraud in their professional life. Nobody is immune to this phenomenon – although imposter syndrome is more common among women, men can also suffer from this condition. Recognizing the signs of imposter syndrome is… Read More »
How to Tell If You’re Experiencing Burnout
You can work a healthcare job and experience burnout without realizing it. In this instance, burnout symptoms can escalate. If they go untreated, they can have far-flung effects on your physical and mental health. Do not let burnout symptoms get out of hand. Here are three ways you can tell if you are coping with… Read More »
Experiencing Burnout at Work? Here’s How to Respond
Burnout at work is a serious problem, and it must be treated as such. Otherwise, burnout can make it difficult to feel and perform your best at work and outside of it. Worst of all, burnout is unlikely to disappear on its own. If you let burnout symptoms persist, they may impact you long into… Read More »
Avoid Zoom Meeting Burnout with These Tips
Zoom meetings can be great for communication and team productivity, but they can also be too much of a good thing. Video calls of any kind may be draining, as they force participants to focus more intently on conversations in order to absorb information. This can make it difficult to process that information as well… Read More »