Wellness

Workplace success used to depend on spending 40+ years climbing the corporate ladder or having connections. While those tactics are still around, a more sound approach is working to develop emotional intelligence.

It’s no surprise that people are stressed out more than ever at work these days. The success of an employer is partially dependent upon the staff being healthy enough to come to work and carry out their assigned duties.

Is stress lurking around your office environment? If so, take 10 minutes to host a team stretch break and let everyone know why it’s important.

Professional networking is necessary for individuals and small businesses to get a foot in the door. In-person networking is effective for making connections. Nearly 100% of people surveyed by HubSpot said face-to-face meetings are essential for long-term business relationships.

The holidays are already upon us. While this season can be a source of joy, it can also be one of stress. With end-of-year deadlines looming and increased social activities filling up the calendar, here’s how to keep Scrooge from appearing at the office:

Workplace design is in the throes of a renaissance, according to Steelcase. Rapid advances in technology, innovation agendas, the war on talent and employee disengagement are converging to create an “anti-corporate” backlash against traditional, uninspiring work-spaces.

Keeping healthy snacks in your office just makes sense. Munching throughout the day on nuts, dried fruit, fresh fruit, cheese, peanut butter or yogurt curbs your appetite for unhealthy sweets and vending machine treats. Try having grapes or blueberries.