A recent Harvard Business Review article discussed the culture of busyness that permeates the workforce. They had a few ideas for employers, to help slow down the busyness for employees. One idea was to reward output rather than only activity. When Safelight switched their auto glass installers pay from hourly to pay based on the number of windshields installed, their ...
A recent Harvard Business Review article discussed the culture of busyness that permeates the workforce. Social scientists have begun to call this malady, “time poverty.” The article notes that many organizations reward and affirm busyness, perpetuating such a fast pace that employees have little time to find adequate solitude and rest to perform at their best. Studies show that extreme ...
A recent Harvard Business Review article discussed the culture of busyness that permeates the workforce. Adam Waytz, the author, had several antidotes for the growing prevalence of busyness. One performance coach tracked the responses of people she met for one week. When asked, “How are you?” eight out of ten responded, “Busy.” According to Gallup, the number of people who ...
The 2023 Freedom at Work Survey, performed by Ipsos, found that 42% of potential job seekers are much less likely to apply to work at a company whose work culture is hostile to their religious or political views. In my opinion, many workplace diversity programs are signaling employees that their personal religious views are secondary to the politically correct programs ...
The 2023 Freedom at Work Survey, performed by Ipsos, identified several areas of concern for many employees in the workplace. Sixty-four percent of those surveyed claim that respectfully expressing their political viewpoints at work would “likely or somewhat likely” carry negative consequences on their employment. Interestingly, for those who were asked about expressing their religious viewpoints, 60% thought it would ...
Gerald Groff was a postal worker in rural Pennsylvania. As a former Mennonite missionary his faith is important to him. He requested, and was granted, Sunday’s off to accommodate his religious beliefs about not working seven days. But eventually his supervisor said she was not going to put up with it any longer. Mr. Groff felt he had no choice ...
Recent accusations against Justice Clarence Thomas is a good reason to discuss conflicts of interest. Conflict of interest policies are prevalent for board members, and in many industries, such as government roles, banks, and nonprofits. It’s important that there be clear policies, and transparency related to those policies, so that we are confident that self interest doesn’t undermine the public’s ...
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was recently accused of improprieties, due to a wealthy friend who has shown Justice Thomas kindness and hospitality. Prior to any other disclosures in the media, the press and enemies of Justice Thomas began calling for his impeachment. If Justice Thomas’ friend had a case before the Supreme Court, then, there would be a conflict, ...
Many businesses covet the “Best Places to Work” distinction in their community, but few are willing to do what it takes. Dave’s company won that distinction multiple times. Dave and his wife made a commitment to create a workplace that builds community, emphasizes family, and focuses on the peace and prosperity of their team. They love their people and make ...
In the “Daniel and the lion’s den” story, Daniel’s peers became jealous of Daniel. To eliminate Daniel as a competitor, these jealous peers convinced King Darius to force everyone to worship only the king, which Daniel violated. Amazingly, Daniel didn’t whine to the king. He didn’t try to get even with his attackers. Most importantly, he didn’t forsake his commitment ...
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