Leon Festinger coined the term “cognitive dissonance” to describe the experience of encountering ideas and/or behaviors within ourselves that contradict one another, and how our
An often-underappreciated aspect of COVID-19 is its effect on mental health. Yale psychology professor, Dr. Laurie Santos, provides valuable insights for those looking to prioritize mental well-being.
Is not supporting racism enough—or must companies adopt an anti-racist stance? Are companies simply making statements for publicity, or will real action be taken? Many companies are being pushed
We were recently prompted to revisit Harvard Business Review’s 2011 article regarding proximity, privacy, and permission in physical and virtual work environments. The article contemplates the pros
A recent, informal study on the differences between Delta Airlines and American Airlines suggests the biggest difference between the companies is the human element. The Delta
Esther Perel has a new podcast regarding workplace connections, conflicts, and dynamics. Perel’s approach is a different one, drawing on her years as a marriage therapist.
In a recent podcast, author Christine Porath speaks to incivility in the workplace, and its effect on work environment and morale. Porath emphasizes that (1) incivility is
Recent experiments with shortened workweeks (and fewer work hours per day) suggest that we are going through a work transformation. Author and professor Cal Newport suggests that “work today
We all like to think of ourselves as good people; however, such thinking may be detrimental, according to psychologist Donny Chugh. Individuals assuming that they
