If you’re in human resources, you already know… December is HR Hell Month! A plethora of hard deadlines like payroll reconciliation, helping employees understand Open Enrollment, ensuring FSA funds and remaining benefits are used up, performance reviews, and processing year-end bonuses are all annual requirements on your list. Tack on a variety of arbitrary deadlines […]
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Taking off the mask: Embracing authenticity is scary but essential
For many, Halloween is an excuse to show off their creativity, to revisit childhood for a day, or to just wear a costume for the fun of it. Others use Halloween to reveal hidden parts of their subverted personalities — a dark side, a playful side, or a version of themselves that others rarely see. […]
Fauxductivity: Recognizing the difference between business and busyness
Picture Seinfeld’s George Costanza working in his office at Yankee Stadium. He’s surrounded by papers, simultaneously taking notes and talking on the phone, yet somehow managing to accomplish nothing of substance. If there were an award for the art of looking busy without actually getting anything done, George would win. He’s not only master of […]
Strategic dissent: 5 ways to build company culture with positive conflict
Challenging conventions and disrupting the status quo is practically a way of life in the realm of tech companies – it’s no wonder that six out of seven of the world’s most valuable companies are in the tech industry. Yet despite its proven success, many organizations outside of this field remain hesitant to fully embrace […]
The emotionally intelligent playbook: 4 lessons we can learn from the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl isn’t just a showcase of athletic talent (and an excuse to eat copious amounts of food) — it’s a testament to the emotionally intelligent aspect of sports. Beyond the highlight reel plays, Monday morning quarterbacks, and celebrity relationship buzz, the Super Bowl can provide valuable insights for business leaders from the best […]
So you failed your resolution: It’s time for a more sustainable path to self-improvement
As we step into February already, it’s time to check in on those New Year’s resolutions we all set. If you’re still going strong, awesome! Keep up the good work! If you failed your resolution, keep reading… For those of us who might have hit a bump or two in our pursuit of perfection, don’t […]
