December 2024

Everyone has a bad day here or there, but sometimes, there are larger periods when your co-workers need some extra support. Maybe they’ve had a big life event such as a death in the family, a new diagnosis, or a tragedy in their community. Perhaps they simply need a bit of extra grace for an […]

While December is typically seen as a festive season full of holiday cheer, the shorter days and lack of sunlight can leave a lot of people feeling sad. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) impacts about 5% of the U.S. adult population each year. SAD, or “winter depression” as it is sometimes referred to “is a type

Emotional intelligence, also known as emotional quotient (EQ), is one of the strongest predictors of success compared to other workplace skills. In fact, it accounts for 58 percent of success in all types of jobs. So it’s no surprise that high-EQ individuals tend to have healthier relationships, perform better in team settings and are more

In August 2024, Netflix co-founder and former CEO Marc Randolph delivered a powerful message on ambition and success looking back at his time at the helm of the globe’s biggest streaming service, championing strategy and common sense over a blind race to the top. His philosophy, rooted in working “smarter not harder,” has long reflected

Few experiences are as gut-wrenching and emotionally devastating as getting laid off. One minute, I was at my desk, working and checking emails like any other Monday morning, when a sudden calendar invite for a “quick meeting” with my manager popped up. The next minute, my entire world came crashing down—like being thrown out of

I’ve experienced four layoffs in mid-November over the past decade—two of mine and two of my husband’s—perfectly timed to put a damper on the holiday season. Tidings of joy were replaced by woe and dread, yet we somehow had to muster a cheery disposition for the sake of our children and for all those we

When Greece introduced a six-day workweek for some business sectors last July, the backlash was immediate. Unions condemned the law, and protestors took to the streets, according to news reports. In fact, the Greek initiative contradicts a prevailing worldwide trend. Many countries and companies—as well as employees around the globe—are, instead, eyeing a four-day workweek.