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Why Managers’ Attempts to Empower their Employees Often Fail – and...
A majority of American workers right now are not feeling very motivated on the job, a new survey suggests.
Management experts often encourage business leaders...
How the Philosophy Behind the Japanese Art Form of Kintsugi can...
Authored by Ella Tennant, Keele UniversityIn our 20s and 30s, there can be immense pressure to measure up to the expectations of society, our families,...
Tackling Burnout: How to Deal with Stress and Safety in the...
Authored by Kristen Deuzeman, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
When I began working in disaster and emergency management, there was a funny anecdote suggesting the job...
How do we make Workplaces Work for Autistic People?
Authored by Sandra Jones, Australian Catholic University
The unemployment rate in Australia for autistic people is 34.1%, according to the most recent data. This is more...
Quantum Physics Offers Insights about Leadership in the 21st Century
Authored by Randall Carolissen, University of Johannesburg
It may seem strange to look to the discipline of quantum physics for lessons that will help to create...
Narcissists and Psychopaths: How some Societies Ensure these Dangerous People Never...
Throughout history, people who have gained positions of power tend to be precisely the kind of people who should not be entrusted with it....
Four Black Women who have Advanced Human Rights
Around the world, the activism of Black women has been instrumental in shaping social justice agendas and promoting human rights. Their work has improved...
January Blues: Cross-Country Skiers hold Clues to Beating it
Authored by Martina Svensson, Lund University
It’s that time of the year again. The festive season is over and we are left with the prospect of...
If CEOs want to Promote Diversity, they have to ‘Walk the Talk’
Authored by Eddy Ng, Queen's University, Ontario
In the business world, the adage often holds true: the buck stops at the desk of the chief executive...
Four Key Rules for Successful Leadership
Authored by Christian Harrison, the University of the West of Scotland
The disruption and devastation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have changed the world. Not only has...
