Worklife
Remote Meetings: The Most Annoying Behaviors And Phrases
A recent survey found that people are getting irritated by virtual meetings for a number of reasons. From “You’re on mute” to “I need to jump on another call”, here are 10 of the current online meeting pet peeves.
October 20, 2020
Want To Work From Home Permanently? Here’s How To Ask Your Boss
A recent survey found that 65% of employees want to work remotely full-time post-pandemic. When requesting long-term remote work, these templates will help — but most importantly, make sure you present the benefits and advantages that this arrangement will bring to your employer.
October 19, 2020
Teambuilding Ideas For Newly Remote Workers
Working remotely can lead to a shift in team dynamics, which requires a new approach to collaboration. These 9 remote teambuilding activities will help teams connect with each other, while also reconnecting with the company culture.
September 29, 2020
9 Tips For Better Online Meetings
Six months on from lockdown, online meetings are still a large part of the working week — and meeting hosts are still making basic errors. These 9 tips will help you stay on topic (and to time) and run a more efficient online meeting, for the benefit of everyone.
September 17, 2020
Battling With Digital Overload? Here Are 5 Strategies To Help You Cope
Digital overload is the overwhelming ‘bombarded’ feeling that comes from being constantly connected to digital platforms. It leads to distraction and procrastination, “staying busy but producing little of value.” Here are 5 simple ways to reduce digital overload and reclaim more valuable time.
September 16, 2020
What Does Working Remotely Mean?
A deep-dive into the world of remote work. What it is, the pros and cons, how to make it work, and how it fits into the future of work.
September 15, 2020
Keep Moving To Improve Your Wellbeing At Work
To promote wellbeing at work, consider incorporating more movement throughout your work day, here’s how.
September 14, 2020
Reading Between The Lines: The Role Of Pattern Recognition In Mental Wellbeing
Getting good at pattern recognition can extract us from the pits of isolation and despair commonly found in the remote work community.
July 20, 2020
Re-Entry Anxiety Is Real, Here’s What You Can Do To Soothe The Nerves
Some people are eager to get out and about, while others prefer to stay at home for fear of contracting COVID-19. If you are not yet ready to ‘go back to normal’ and if you are feeling anxious about spending time away from home, or going to the workplace, these 5 strategies can help.
July 8, 2020
How To Identify Employee Burn-out And Keep It At Bay
New research suggests that workplace stress is on the up and it’s being compounded by the pandemic. The onus is on employers, not individual workers, to manage workplace stress — even if the workplace is at home. These tips offer some guidance on how to do it.
June 24, 2020
9 Easy Outdoor Activities To Boost Your Wellbeing
Spending time outdoors offers many natural health benefits, leading to increased energy, focus, and sleep patterns. With that in mind, step outside and try some of these easy outdoor activities to boost your overall mental and physical wellbeing.
June 10, 2020
How Traditional Industries Are Adapting To Remote Work
The current situation is creating new opportunities and solutions for flexible work. These businesses are adapting to the change, which is widening the available talent pool and enabling jobseekers to consider new roles across the country, unhindered by location.
June 4, 2020
What’s On Our Remote Working Reading List?
As we come to terms with the ‘new normal’, there is a huge collective shift in business thinking. This collection of books and podcasts offer useful tips and guidance for remote work, moving forward.
June 1, 2020
How to Navigate the Challenges of Working From Home: a Practical and Psychological Perspective
A recent webinar explored various ways we can improve the experience of working from home from both a practical and psychological perspective.
April 20, 2020
4 Effective Strategies To Keep Company Culture Alive Outside Workplace Walls
Leaders are finding creative ways to nurture and strengthen their company culture while teams work remotely. Above all, speak to your team. Keep up regular communication and work with your employees to help them stay connected to the company, the work they do, and their colleagues.
April 16, 2020
