Strategy Driven

AUGUST 5, 2021

There are a lot of job sectors out there that are notorious for being high pressure, highly stressful fields. However, when there’s a lot of competition to run up against, it usually means the sector is in demand, has plenty to go round, and could be a great fit for your career dreams. Remote work can also be hard to keep up with!

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HR Digest

JUNE 10, 2022

Toxic productivity is a problem that many people in the workplace struggle with. In this article, we’ll discuss what it is, why it’s so harmful and how to be more productive at work in a healthy way. What Is Toxic Productivity? Productivity is a word that gets thrown around a lot in the office.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 29, 2021

Being an entrepreneur is undoubtedly a stressful experience as you struggle to develop a product or service that is attractive to the market with minimal resources and little in the way of income. The research explores some strategies that can be deployed to help entrepreneurs cope with those stresses.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

But for many others, the never-ending workweek is a source of stress and anxiety. In this post, we’ll explore the causes of employee stress related to overwork and discuss ways to manage it. The first step in managing employee stress is to understand its causes. This fear can lead to stress and anxiety.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 1, 2024

Slow Productivity : The Lost Art of Accomplishment Without Burnout by Cal Newport Our current definition of “productivity” is broken. Slow productivity is exactly what we need. But that same relentless brilliance that propels you in your career can take a toll on your teams, personal relationships, and even your health.

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Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 8, 2018

The nature of modern work has caused stress to rise to unhealthy levels at a time when people are also struggling with increased isolation. Research from Gallup shows a rising percentage of Americans who feel stress in their day-to-day lives. Nearly 80% of Americans now report being afflicted by stress.

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Rich Gee Group

DECEMBER 28, 2023

This lack of happiness can lead to lower productivity, increased absenteeism, and higher turnover rates. You are less likely to feel burned out and stressed when you have enough time for your personal life and interests. Take regular breaks throughout the day to recharge and reduce stress.

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Eric Jacobson

APRIL 22, 2024

Raise your hand if you have ever experienced burnout during your career? Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. Workers with specific EI skills know how to successfully cope with stressful work environments and experiences. Try an anti-stress diet.

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Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 21, 2013

Many leaders unknowingly sabotage their careers by wrongly assuming their employees are actively engaged in their work. Engagement affects the quality of their work, their productivity and responsiveness, all of which affect your customers’ experience. Help Employees Achieve their Career Aspirations. Employee engagement matters.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 2, 2015

I see them in every organization I work with–the super-busy, really stressed manager who gets in early, stays late, eats lunch at their desk, and still can’t get it all done. This week, I was interviewed for the terrific post by Kelsey Manning in the Levo League: 11 Differences Between Busy People and Productive People.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 14, 2019

Physical activity will keep them mentally sharp, meaning they will be able to work more productively. It is common knowledge that working for five days a week can cause stress and even depression, especially because the staff may not be as invested in the company as you are. In-House Career Coaching. Offer Healthy Food Choices.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 31, 2022

This is especially true in call centers, where a highly stressful working environment can make it difficult for the employees to remain in their position for a longer time. In a stressful working environment, your employees might feel like their efforts were not appreciate. Awarding the Employee of the Month. It brings people together.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 23, 2021

Managers and employees are telling you t hey’re way more productive. 7:20 Impact: What are tangible measures (to covert to money, i.e. savings in office expense), retention levels, and productivity levels. Are there fewer distractions, less stress, and more effort expended to help guarantee the remote option continues?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 15, 2024

What to Say Next to Destress an Emotional Conversation at Work When people are fired up, angry, and defensive, it’s tough to have a productive conversation. Want more powerful phrases to de-stress your workday and de-escalate an emotional conversation? One person gets defensive, and the other person responds in kind. “Why

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Center for Creative Leadership

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Restorative sleep is a critical component to reaching optimal leadership potential and the easiest way to improve productivity. The Impact Sleep Has on Productivity and Leadership. Sleep — or lack of it — can greatly affect your ability to be productive and lead successfully. Sleep and Productivity – What’s Getting in the Way?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 6, 2016

8 Ways to Refresh Your Career in the New Year. The new year is the perfect time to step back and take some tangible actions to invest in your career. How would your career (and life) improve if this were the year you got past it? What were the three behaviors that most helped your career and your professional brand in 2015?

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HR Digest

JANUARY 22, 2021

If you have ever sat at your work desk and wondered what am I doing here, then it is definitely time to make a career switch. 2021 is an opportune time to make drastic, fundamental job moves, according to Ambika Nigam, founder of a career-focused startup. What are the top 5 reasons for wanting a career change?

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Engaging Leader

AUGUST 15, 2013

And whether we are getting things done ourselves or through other people, we need to maximize productivity. He’s been studying the topic of productivity and interviewing many experts and practitioners. They also address: The most common misconception Erik has seen about productivity. Time and energy. Distraction and focus.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 11, 2018

There are many things that can stress us out, especially when we want to create our own success stories. Unfortunately, most of us end up tolerating some of our own bad habits, even though they cause much of the stress we experience. So what are the stressful habits we need to stop tolerating? Here are the worst: 1.

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Michael Lee Stallard

DECEMBER 7, 2021

He’s also an example to all of us that getting help when stress or adversity is taking a toll on your outlook on life is not a sign of weakness but rather a sign of wisdom, courage and strength. He felt the ongoing stress of being stretched thin and not wanting to let others down. He began to burn out and so did his colleagues.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2018

It’s a form of meditation that businesses are beginning to embrace as a way to help employees become more efficient, productive and – most importantly – happy. You’ll let go of stress. I’m under no illusion: with leadership comes stress. You may have heard of mindfulness. Wrapping up. I’m a big fan of mindfulness.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 25, 2020

How well we do it impacts our relationships, our personal effectiveness, our career, and our experience of life. Larry shows how to interrupt negative thought patterns that keep you stuck on a lower floor—depressed, stressed, anxious, judgmental—and move higher by cultivating mental attitudes like curiosity and gratitude.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The impact of such mental health issues on our careers was illustrated by recent research from Cambridge University, which highlights the link between the availability of mental health services in society and the career earnings of individuals. Career impact. Lack of support. Social inclusion.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 2, 2024

As companies seek new ways to enhance productivity, boost morale, and attract top talent, the idea of a 4-day workweek is gaining traction. The Benefits of a 4-Day Workweek: Increased Productivity: Shorter workweeks can lead to increased productivity.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2022

How to Calm Your Mind : Finding Presence and Productivity in Anxious Times by Chris Bailey. Productivity advice works—and we need it now more than ever—but it’s just as vital that we also develop our capacity for calm. The Bold Ones : Innovate and Disrupt to Become Truly Indispensable by Shawn Kanungo.

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HR Digest

JUNE 8, 2023

“It’s clear that workers are fed up with feeling like they have to choose between their careers and their personal lives,” said Brie Reynolds, a career expert at FlexJobs. This helps employees avoid working excessive hours and feeling stressed. What does this mean for employers?

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

MAY 6, 2021

Our reader poll today asks: Have you ever been through a merger/acquisition process during your career? They’re extremely challenging and stressful situations. They’re extremely challenging and stressful situations. Processes, technology, products, operations, financials… those are all relatively straightforward to sort out.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Unanswered emails, unfinished tasks, rising stress levels, and a to-do list as long as your arm are all fairly common, and can often leave you feeling overwhelmed. You can relax, though, because we’ve come up with five great ways to boost productivity in your small business. Utilize Organizational Tools. Pick the Right Foods.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Can you show improvements in your work product? Is there a new source of stress? Maybe their directive behavior comes during the ramp for a product launch or a high-stakes board meeting or after a major revenue shortfall. Getting this intention into the conversation opens the door for a productive conversation.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

APRIL 2, 2020

Our reader poll today asks: When you get stressed out, how do you deal with it? 24.12% I never get stressed out. 3.85% Find a productive outlet. While many of you have productive places to release stress (exercise, meditation, time off or some other activity), an alarming portion of you (29%) simply push through the stress.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 21, 2020

Equally, the financial stress caused by the pandemic might force families to protect the primary earner, which even today is often the father. ” The researchers also raise concerns about future promotions, especially if they’re based upon work undertaken during a pandemic in which normal productivity has been so unjustly skewed.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The Covid pandemic has unquestionably had a big impact on the stress felt by workers, with research from the American Psychological Association suggesting that this is playing a crucial role in the increase in people looking to pastures new. Pandemic stress.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

When employees feel they are cared about, productivity increases. Foster Personal Career Goals. It might seem like something selfish you’re encouraging, but when each employee has their own personal career goals, it’s going to keep their minds focused. Show that You Care. How do you show that you care about them ?

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Engaging Leader

OCTOBER 15, 2014

Hard work tends to go hand-in-hand with success, but over the long term, that missed potential could translate to missed career opportunities and burnout. Engaging Leader™ Productivity' If you feel like you''re constantly outrunning burnout, resentment, and collapse, chances are you aren''t performing up to your potential as a leader.

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Career Advancement

JULY 30, 2018

High-performers are 400% more productive than average employees, says the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). If your high-performing employees don’t know your succession plan (or if you need to create one), they’re probably thinking about other career moves they can make. Support Flexible Career Paths.

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Career Advancement

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In other words, if you’re always stressed and rushed, it’s hard to feel truly happy. Emphasize that you feel your efforts will make you a more effective and productive employee by allowing you to better focus and prioritize. Joel can help you to get where you want to go in your career while improving your quality of life.

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Career Advancement

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In other words, if you’re always stressed and rushed, it’s hard to feel truly happy. Emphasize that you feel your efforts will make you a more effective and productive employee by allowing you to better focus and prioritize. Joel can help you to get where you want to go in your career while improving your quality of life.

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