How does your day end? Do work worries and problems accompany you home and distract you from your family or peace of mind? Would you like to find a way to let go of the after-effects of your job so you can better appreciate and enjoy your life beyond nine to five? “It’s easy to [...]
Some people thrive under pressure and seek out stressful jobs as ambulance drivers, firefighters or critical-care nurses. For most of us, though, performing under pressure can be overwhelming. "Working under pressure can be downright paralyzing, especially if you start the day in a chaotic work space," says Patty Kreamer, author of The Power of Simplicity. [...]
When you are rolled into the operating room at the hospital, you want to know that the surgeon is ready to concentrate on your procedure. When you board a jetliner for your next vacation destination, you want to know that the tower crew is rested and ready to direct the pilot through dense airport traffic. [...]
Honesty is the best policy. Make sure your employees know your workplace substance abuse policy and that the policy addresses the use of alcoholic beverages in any work-related situation and office social function. Post the policy. Use every communication vehicle to make sure your employees know the policy. Prior to an office party, use break-room [...]
Yes, it’s here again… the holiday season. Many managers find themselves in the role of party-planner for their workplace festivities. Sensitivity to the diverse workforce must be a priority but how can one plan a celebration that will appeal to all? Sondra Thiederman PhD, author of Making Diversity Work, advises “Focus more on what we [...]
Your workstation may be playing havoc with your health. Long hours of typing and slouching in your chair can lead to aches and pains in your hands, wrists, back, and neck. “Musculoskeletal problems, including repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, are certainly a growing problem in the workplace,” says Trevor Schell, an ergonomist [...]
Your office cubicle doesn't look like a dangerous place. But if your computer, chair and other parts of your workstation aren't positioned properly, you can end up with sore wrists or a backache or other physical problems that may keep you on the injured list. Ergonomics is the science of fitting work environment to worker. [...]
Some people's lives seem like a soap opera. But though endless crises and confrontations can be entertaining on TV, they make for frustrating, unsatisfying lives. If you'd rather have peace of mind than daily dramas, you need to take charge of the script. "Learn to act for yourself instead of just responding to what's happening [...]
Most people who exercise regularly say that being active makes them feel healthier and more energetic. And that's not limited to joggers or tennis players. Many office workers are doing simple exercises at their desks, with surprisingly healthy benefits. These activities give you a mental boost, fight stress and promote flexibility, health experts say. The [...]
Jobs and careers are an important part of our lives. Along with providing a source of income, they help us fulfill our personal aims, build social networks and serve our professions or communities. They are also a major source of emotional stress. View the rest of this article on the American Psychological Association website.