The office kitchen is more than just a place to grab a cup of coffee or heat up your lunch. It’s a shared space where coworkers come together, and just like any shared space, it requires a set of rules and guidelines to ensure everyone can enjoy it. This is where kitchen etiquette comes into […]
Management
Does MultiTasking Reduce Productivity?
ByThe term multitasking became a buzzword in the 1960s. Enough time has passed since then that scientists have enough data to investigate the long-term effects of multitasking on your health. The findings aren’t encouraging though, as it seems obvious that multitasking increases stress levels dramatically. So, the question is, does multitasking reduce productivity as well? […]
Dealing with Employee Conflict
ByWays to deal with Employee Conflict There are employees in almost every office who have differences among them and simply don’t mesh. The differences could be political, lifestyle, personality, or some other reason. Sometimes the conflict is the direct result of a specific issue. Either way, the little or big conflicts in the office have […]
The Best Leader Is A Follower
ByRecently, there has been a wave of employees who are leaving their jobs in spite of excellent compensation programs. Why? Well, quite a few are looking for flexibility in hours and work location. But it’s more than that. The attitude of the managers to whom they report leaves much to be desired. Rather than leading […]