Like background noise, burnout may go unnoticed, but its effects gradually impair our capacity to function. And it’s the reason 40% of professionals have sought new career opportunities recently, according to a 2021 Limeade survey. The trigger is stealthy and develops incrementally, with the potential of achieving chronic levels and the ultimate status of an occupational or … [Read more...] about You Can Fix Career Burnout
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Finding Your Sanctuary
My Dad was a Presbyterian minister, so I learned at a very young age what the “sanctuary” was. It was the sacred part of the church building where we had services. It was not until many years later (slow learner), when I learned that “sanctuary” had a much broader definition. Many people think of “sanctuary” as a place of safety and protection. I think we all need a … [Read more...] about Finding Your Sanctuary
The Four Agreements
Every leader knows that nothing gets done in organizations without agreements. Teamwork is essentially a network of agreements. When people make powerful agreements with one another – and deliver on them – amazing things can happen in the world. This is probably why the book, The Four Agreements – by don Miguel Ruiz – has sold more than 10 million copies over the past … [Read more...] about The Four Agreements
Connecting with New Colleagues – Online
Creating an organizational culture of full engagement and nurturing a sense of community where people feel connected isn't easy — especially when we're working remotely. National polls indicate about 67% of employees in white-collar jobs reported working from home in 2021. A majority of those migrated into a virtual environment within their current organization where they had … [Read more...] about Connecting with New Colleagues – Online
Real Freedom at Work
How about “Life-Work” balance rather than “Work-Life” balance? The COVID pandemic and subsequent Great Resignation have been a wake-up call for a lot of people. A number of thought-leaders, including Adam Grant and Jen Fisher & Arianna Huffington, are suggesting we need to rethink our priorities. Adam Grant, in his article in The Wall Street Journal, suggests that … [Read more...] about Real Freedom at Work