This post was updated on September 26, 2023 When knowledge workers left behind their notepads and switched to typing meeting notes on laptops or devices, something valuable was lost in the process: the opportunity to synthesize the information heard and remember the...
This post was updated on September 5, 2023 There’s no doubt that open office floor plans require a much lower investment in real estate than a traditional office space. And that’s an important consideration for companies. But there is ample research showing that open...
When it comes to vacation time, downtime is critical to overall productivity. Maybe your company has an unlimited vacation policy, so there’s nothing stopping you from leaving work behind, right? Well, maybe not. For many Americans, the idea of taking a vacation...
Wondering how to improve employee productivity? I recently published my new book called Everyone Wants to Work Here. In it, I reveal the best methods–proven methods–to improve company culture. I’ve gleaned these strategies over 20 years of working with leaders across...
Whether or not the economy lapses into a recession in 2023, wise leaders are preparing their workforce for the possibility. And they’re doing it right now. Why? Because the news is full of “prepare for a recession” news, based on the Fed's recent and projected rate...
This post was refreshed on July 26, 2022 Leaders typically underestimate the cost of distraction, but when I walk my clients through the implications of constantly interrupted work, they are often surprised by how much money their company is wasting on lost...
No one can “give” someone else better work-life balance—individuals must take it for themselves. But leaders can help their employees achieve better work-life balance. I’ve helped many companies to dedicate resources to improving the work-life balance of their...
This post was updated on January 21, 2022 With “the Great Resignation” in full swing, getting and keeping good talent is on a lot of my clients’ minds. It’s led me to assemble my experience on this topic into a “burnout recovery plan.” Leaders can benefit from a...
This post was updated Jan 4, 2022 Sometimes clients who are leaders in their organizations tell me they notice their team members are lagging in productivity, enthusiasm, and interest. These leaders want to help boost morale and performance. They are looking for...
I recently spoke with Chase Warrington, Head of Remote at Doist, a company that creates tools that promote more fulfilling ways to work and live. I love these tools and recommend them to my clients. They include Twist, a team communication platform, and Todoist, a...
