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Cultivating a Culture of Connection at Home

Michael Lee Stallard

Knowing that a connection deficit negatively affects our own health and well-being, the health of groups and the health of society, we’ve become concerned observing how the pace and stress of life threaten to squeeze out time for supportive, lifegiving relationships and endeavors. It also makes us more resilient to cope with stress.

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Leadership Insights for Moving from Burnout to Breakthrough

Great Leadership By Dan

Everything we thought we knew about workplace engagement, stress management, and on-site health and wellness programs vanished. Provide ongoing virtual training in resiliency skills, mindfulness, communication and technology (if the latter is needed). When we laugh together, we bond. The list is almost endless.

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What Work Looks like in a World Shaped by COVID

Skip Prichard

The economics required to keep many employees in close proximity is often dictated by the realities of space, communications, technology and resources. Some other benefits from less commuting: Less stress. Less team bonding. Technology empowers our ability to work flexibly, but it also follows us more than we might want.”

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The Psychology Of Hoarding During COVID-19

The Horizons Tracker

A new paper from the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) explored some of the psychology behind economic decision-making that might have contributed to our decision to hoard items. “Evolved instincts dominate in stressful situations, as a response to panic and anxiety, ” the researcher explains.

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April 2020 Leadership Development Carnival

Lead Change Blog

Karin shares: “One of the true delights during this challenging time of social distancing is watching the creative use of technology—not only as we work from home, but in our personal lives as well. Julie Winkle Giulioni shared A Manager’s Guide to Navigating High-Stress Times. Development.

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Connecting with Abrasive Leaders

Great Leadership By Dan

Bond, Ed.D., Higher levels of stress and stress related illnesses and absenteeism. Guest post from Cheryl A. SPHR: Every organization has its share of leaders, technical geniuses or future leaders who lack social skills and self-awareness. They are perceived as bullies, jerks, prima donnas, and worse.

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How Homesickness Can Harm Migrants Performance At Work

The Horizons Tracker

The researchers quizzed workers at an Indian technology company. Creating a bond. Managers might also benefit from policies designed to foster a greater bond between employees. Emotional stability was also crucially important however, as the whole experience of adapting to a new culture can be incredibly stressful.

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