Building Psychological Safety Within Your Team

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While psychological safety may sound to some like a new, emotional term, it’s an essential element of team success. The concept of psychological safety in the workplace was identified two decades ago by Amy Edmondson, a Harvard Business School professor, who defined it as: The belief that one will not be punished or embarrassed for…

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A Holistic Approach to Workplace Wellness

Business people connecting in a meeting

When I hear the term ‘workplace wellness,’ the first things that come to mind are gyms in office buildings, step competitions between teams and healthy snacks in the break room. In theory, they sound great! Many companies have jumped on board and supported this trend by implementing health-focused initiatives in hopes of positively impacting employee…

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Five Steps to Prevent Employee Burnout

Have you observed employees or team members who seem to lack more energy than they did before, lose concentration more quickly or become a bit irritable with coworkers? According to the Mayo Clinic, these signs may be indications of job burnout. A state of physical, emotional or mental exhaustion can significantly impact employee and organizational…

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Why Is Communication So Hard?

On the surface, this question could seem a little preposterous. From body language and facial expressions to the words we say and write, we’ve all been communicating in some way since the moment we were born. And yet, effective communication can still be exceedingly challenging. The Holmes Report recently estimated the cost of poor communication…

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Six Tips for Becoming a More Effective Manager

Managers have the potential to make a significant impact—both positive and adverse —on their employees and the success of their company. The great ones are capable of inspiring and bringing out the best in their people, increasing productivity and retention. According to a study of more than 5,000 employees, those with a high level of…

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What Are Your Strengths?

If you have ever interviewed for a job, you’ve probably been asked the question: What are your strengths? It’s one of the first questions job seekers might prepare for, considering that any future employer, manager or colleague will want to know how you will positively impact their organization. For those who have an Emergenetics® Profile,…

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