Workplace Culture

Defensive behavior at work is something we all have to deal with, and it doesn't only come from bosses or those in positions of power. The morning janitor, your project partner, an assistant, anyone can be defensive. Despite being common…

Coffee made from just ground coffee beans is a great way to prepare for a productive day ahead. It fits your schedule because it only takes a few seconds to grind whole beans in a quality coffee grinder. For that…

A clean kitchen area and breakroom can help coworkers de-stress at certain times throughout the day. Cleanliness also conveys that your company cares about its employees and business environment. Without rules, though, the room designated for eating and relaxing may…

People with disabilities are one of the fastest growing customer and employee bases. According to the Centers for Disease Control one in four Americans have a disability, and it is consistently growing. People with disabilities are beneficial to the workplace…

We've all been in the situation where one of our favorite workmates decides to leave their job in order to pursue a different job or career path, or to make more money, or for other personal reasons. When a beloved…

We’ve probably all worked with a “yes person” at some point in our careers. If someone has a bad idea, the yes person says it’s terrific. They tell you what they think you want to hear and have a strong…

If you work outside the home, chances are you spend more time with your coworkers than you do with your own family. You’d definitely notice if one of your coworkers was depressed, right? Don’t be so sure. The stigma surrounding…

We've all heard of entrepreneurs, those who roll the dice and go out and start their own company. But in fact, 70% of successful entrepreneurs got their business idea while working for a previous employer. Why not bring that same…

Since 2004, the number of Americans who read for pleasure has dropped more than 30 percent. In fact, 24 percent of American adults say they haven’t read a book in the past year. And—well—that’s kind of a huge bummer. So…

Many people use their personal car for work purposes, and they get reimbursed mileage and wear and tear. However, many employees do not realize that when they drive their car for work, (especially when they have other people in their…

One of the best perks of working in an office is forming friendships with coworkers. For many, your good friends will be people you met at work, but that doesn't mean that all of your coworkers will be your friends.…

Working with family members is commonplace, whether it's in a capacity of a partnership or a boss/employee situation. And it can be a rewarding experience to work with family members but there will likely be challenges and complications involved. With a…

Business casual wardrobes are meant to offer employees some respite from dressing up in fancy clothes at work every day. The demand for business casual dress codes is high enough that more than 60 percent of businesses now accept this…

On the surface, “office” and “party” may seem like polar opposite terms. Office parties of any type—but perhaps especially holiday parties—have earned a nasty reputation as obligations to be suffered through rather than pleasurable activities to be enjoyed. That can…

With colder weather approaching, flu and colds follow closely. This is especially true in the workplace. Luckily, there are easy solutions for stopping viruses and bacteria in their tracks. From cleaning with the right products to encouraging healthy employee practices,…

The holiday season is a time for togetherness and family. The question many workplaces face, as they diversify, is which holidays do you celebrate? All of them? None of them? Here's how to celebrate the holidays in a way everybody…

You’ve just received an email about a team building event. Nearly everyone in the office is spilling over with enthusiasm, however, as an introvert this news is cringe-worthy. You’re not very social. You tend to work better on your own…

Convincing sick employees in the workplace to stay home is more than a health issue; it’s good business practice. “Presenteeism,” or going to work without being well enough to do the job, costs American businesses more than $150 billion a…

Technology affects virtually every aspect of modern life, so it seems appropriate to designate a day for recognizing its impact and generating excitement about future advances. On November 8, people throughout the United States will be celebrating National STEAM Day.…

Death can come at any moment and is a part of life everyone deals with, including at the workplace. Sadness, pain and grief are all normal reactions for those grieving and getting support from those they work with is more…