After bidding goodnight to your colleagues, closing your laptop, and concluding your work for the day, you might find it challenging to quiet your mind. Many struggle as the boundaries between work and leisure have become increasingly blurred due to pandemic restrictions. Finding it hard to relax and unwind after a long workday can […]
Each of us carries biases, which are swift judgments and assumptions we form about various groups of people based on a flawed set of beliefs. These biases transform into discrimination—whether it’s racism, sexism, ageism, or ableism—when we act upon these beliefs in ways that negatively affect individuals from these groups. There’s been a long-standing narrative […]
When Randi Lippert relocated from Canada to London for work, she was excited about the opportunity to connect with her new co-workers. Unfortunately, her move occurred just before the first coronavirus lockdown in 2020. “I didn’t have much in-office time to bond with my new team members before we all had to work from […]
The Black Lives Matter protests have highlighted the pressing need for workplace equality. People Management presents ten actionable measures for diversifying your workforce. Read the full article here.
January can be a challenging month, with miserable weather and back to work after the festival season. Particularly after a year like 2020 with a restricted Christmas, how can we remain positive? We sought advice from psychologists on how to kickstart 2021 on a positive note. Read the full article here.
Fortunate enough to have an upcoming holiday break from your work? Considering the increased demands and pressures experienced by PR and communications professionals this year, it’s well-deserved. If you anticipate needing assistance in disconnecting from your laptop and avoiding your email inbox during your time off, here is some specialist advice. Recommendations from mental […]
The holiday season is typically emotionally charged, and this year, the emotional landscape may be even more turbulent. Our emotional endurance has been tested, not only due to the ongoing challenges of the COVID-19 situation but also the prevailing political climate. 2020 has witnessed prominent coverage of the Black Lives Matter movement and discussions […]
During the peak of the COVID-19 lockdown, data collected by Instant Offices indicates that 60% of employees in the United Kingdom carried out their duties from their residences. According to a study by “Finder,” 26% of these employees express their intention to maintain a remote working arrangement even after the lockdown period. A survey conducted […]
Aparna Bawa, along with her fellow Zoom executives, found themselves working relentlessly earlier this year. Bawa, who serves as the Chief Operating Officer of the prominent U.S. video conferencing company, revealed, “Our CMO [chief marketing officer] and I… I remember back in April we would take shifts to sleep, it was crazy.” The sudden surge […]
This compelling piece delves into the intersection of race and well-being. While there is a plethora of literature addressing workplace well-being as a whole, this particular work offers a thought-provoking examination of the unique well-being challenges faced by minority employees. It delves into the various physical and mental health issues that can emerge as a […]