We all want to unlock our full potential, but what are the tools we need to do it? During the winter months, it’s common to find yourself standing in front of shelves filled with vitamins and other supplements, wondering which one your body needs at that moment. Are you lacking in B vitamins? And if […]
Month: January 2023
Personality matters, especially in delegation
Delegation is the act of assigning tasks and responsibilities to others, usually to subordinates. It is a crucial management skill that reflects the authority and transfer of responsibility for certain tasks. One of the most important responsibilities of a manager or supervisor is delegation, as it helps guide employees smoothly towards achieving their goals and […]
Navigating Emotional Intelligence in the Remote Workplace: The Importance of Self-Awareness and Open Communication
How are you? How are you feeling? These may seem like casual questions, but they are crucial for managers who truly care about the well-being of their staff. As the world continues to navigate the challenges and aftermath of the pandemic, it’s more important than ever for managers to prioritize the emotional well-being of their […]
Reflecting Back on 2022
Another year has flown by… In the last year, our team at Workplace Nordic attended multiple congresses, seminars, and forums, and now we want to bring you bits and pieces of what we have learned! Takeaways from the International Congress on Emotional Intelligence (ICEI) 2022 (Palermo, Italy) 🔹 Workplaces need and want people with high […]
Perfectionism – Friend or Foe?
What is perfectionism and how does it affect you? In psychology, perfectionism is defined as a personality trait characterized by the belief that perfection should be pursued and the tendency to set excessively high standards for oneself and others. Perfectionism can manifest in both positive and negative ways. On one hand, it can motivate individuals […]
Navigating Burnout: Understanding, Coping and Recovery
What is burnout, how does it affect us and how do we recover? According to a Harvard Business Review article, “Your burnout is unique. Your recovery will be, too.” (Heng & Schabram), the authors discuss how recovery from burnout can take many different paths. Each burnout recovery story is unique, but you can try to […]