Archive for November 2019

No more boring, “I’ll never get that hour back” meetings. Here’s how to energize your next virtual meeting. Raise your hand if you’ve ever experienced a virtual meeting that’s: Boring Unproductive Pointless A great way to catch up on emails because you’re not paying attention to anything that’s going on Wow, I see a lot…

Does your company have a positive culture of conversation — a culture where employees are free to voice ideas, find solutions, and innovate? Many employers believe they do and are often confused by the lack of problem-solving ideas coming from their teams. Why the disconnect? The answer may surprise you. According to our recent research in conjunction with…

You can’t make the work disappear. But you can do this. There’s no doubt that burnout is a risk in every fast-moving organization. For example, a Gallup survey found that 67% of full-time employees feel burned out at work at least occasionally. But while leaders can’t make work go away, you can do something to avoid burnout,…

An analysis covering 27 years of research has shown that a nurse-led quality program improves the care of older adults in a number of key areas. The Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders (NICHE) program has proven successful in preventing falls, improving patient safety and quality of care, reducing potentially inappropriate medications, and helping healthcare…

What comes to mind when you think about your morals and values? Is it plausible to think these very basic principles could quite possibly be responsible for your perception of the world around you? What about the effect they have on your job or your work ethic? Family development expert Stephen J. Bavolek defines our morals as…

A better job is waiting for you. These tips for overcoming fear of change can give you the boost you need. For most job seekers, the phrase “new job” is exciting because it signals opportunities to learn new skills, expand your network, and build your resume. But change can also be intimidating. If you’re scared…