Generational Differences in the Workplace Today, the multi-generational workforce is a reality in the workplace. It increases behavioural differences between workers, given the diverse historical backgrounds, experiences and work values. Here are the five generations working alongside each other: ♦ Traditionalists: born between 1928 and 1945. Most of them are retired. ♦ Baby boomers: [...]
Work-Life Balance at the Workplace One of the most important things companies can do for their employees is to treat them as the humans they are meaning someone with a life outside of the office, a family to take care of and time needed for themselves. Reduced productivity and poor work performance can [...]
Employee’s Confidence at the Workplace Not all workers have the innate ability to be confident. Our confidence depends on many exterior factors related to how others perceive and treat us but also factors, related to the way we perceive ourselves and how we deal with work. Numerous studies and research have shown that workers [...]
World Diabetes Day World Diabetes Day takes place on November 14th. It is a way to raise awareness about this chronic disease. Diabetes occurs when the body is not producing insulin or does not use it properly. In 2019, World Diabetes Day has the “Family and Diabetes” theme. The purpose is to encourage families to [...]
How Can Creativity Help in the Workplace? Nothing is more intimidating than a blank page and no ideas. Unfortunately, creative ideas do not come when we want. This is why we need to work on our creativity. Yes, work on it. Creativity is not a talent and it can be improved. The left side [...]
How to Build Great Working Relationships We are spending a big part of our day in the workplace. So, it is undeniable that good working relationships and an effective teamwork culture impact our work and career. Research conducted by Gallup in 2018 revealed that employees who develop friendships in the workplace are more engaged in their [...]
Advantages of Having Women in Leadership Organisations recognise the importance of decreasing the gender equality gap and including more women in leadership. However, we are still very far from the ideal scenario. According to IBM, only 18% of working women occupy top leadership positions. Therefore, it is crucial to address this issue. Merit and recognition should not have a [...]
How Can Hobbies Impact Life and Work? Achieving a healthy work-life balance is a goal for everyone; it leads to better physical and mental health. But what exactly is work-life balance? It is the ideal harmony between work, family, hobbies, and everything that is part of our daily lives. With work and family requiring a [...]
Cobots in the Life Sciences industry Robotic systems have revolutionised the industry a long time ago. They are constantly being developed and their benefits are endless. Among others, they have the amazing advantage of working at a faster pace than any human can, as well as working with substances that would be dangerous for [...]
Working From Home Working from home is a trend that has been gaining relevance among companies and workers. It can mean working from home every day or just a few times per week or month. A study from 2018 showed that in the U.S. and Europe, one in three employees said they would be more [...]
