In a review of hundreds of academic and organizational research articles related to the post-pandemic, resiliency and adaptability were the most frequently mentioned words associated with the future of work. While resilience and adaptability are related, they are different in several ways. Here’s how and ways we can adapt in five areas of personal development.
Stressed Out & Unhealthy: The Workplace Is Not the Same
If you feel your workplace seems different than before the pandemic, you aren’t alone. It’s because we are different and still under significant stress. Here are a few highlights from a recent study that help shine a light on what’s happening and WHY leaders should pay close attention to employee well-being.
Post-Pandemic Work: Now What?
We may have turned a corner with the virus, but we aren’t feeling relieved and stress-free. There has been one crisis after another, and the world seems to be heading in the wrong direction. Even the most hopeful of us are having trouble seeing a positive future. What does this new era mean for the workplace and work relations?
Leaders: You Can Help Others Manage Stress
Previously, we shared a number of ideas to help you turn the tables on stress, no matter your stress profile. But, forming new work-related habits doesn’t have to stop with you personally. Whether you are the boss or not, you can do a lot to reduce the stress of others. And, if you are a leader, here are a few ideas to consider…
Turn the Tables on Stress and Burnout
Is it Me or My Workplace?
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, nearly 70 million people left their job in 2021. And almost two-thirds of staff who left the workplace have left in the last six months. Companies are struggling to address the problem. If you feel it is time to leave your job, it might be worth taking some time to consider if it is your job or if it’s you. Here are a few self-reflection questions to consider…
Symptoms of Stress and Burnout
Feeling Burned Out?
Remember March 2020? Most of us, including myself, thought that this thing called COVID-19 would be over in a few weeks. It’s not surprising that this chronic pandemic stress has increased the likelihood of burnout and severe mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and substance use. In this blog, discover what burnout is and how to identify your sources of stress…
Humor: An Antidote to Stress
"I've gained so much weight during the pandemic that I need to go out and get new work pajamas." An abundance of research establishes humor as an effective means of coping with adversity, reducing stress, and promoting a positive mood (Strick et al., 2009). Most of us don't have the time or the desire to take a stand-up comedy class. Still, there are things we can do to enhance our ability to reframe stressful or difficult situations. Read about it here…
