Bash millennials at your peril. They are on the right track. Often characterized as a disruptive force in the workplace, the younger set are redefining the workstyle for mobility and more adaptability. The new way of working is not only more productive, it creates happier employees who agree that flexibility and time off rather higher […]
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Managing Emotions in the Workplace
In the cultural imagination, humans constantly wage war between their emotions and their rational thoughts. The science officer of the U.S.S. Enterprise – indeed, his entire fictitious race – ranks rationality above emotion, which he believes to be separate from logic. Spock, with his pointy ears and blue eyelids, harked not to a distant future, […]
Continue reading »Training in Diversity & Business Etiquette
As the world shrinks, corporations around the globe are facing diversity in the workforce like no time ever in history. Employers now have easy access to vast resources such as Linked-in and Glassdoor, and Headhunters at corporate recruiting firms are tech-savvy and globally connected in ways never before possible. Diversity in all its forms is reflected in the […]
Continue reading »Taboo or Talk Through? Politics at Work
Today’s toxic political climate is difficult to escape, whether at home, work or the neighborhood coffee shop. At work, talking politics can be dicey. It stokes emotions, creates conflicts and challenges relationships, in an environment where productivity requires everyone to cooperate and get along. So, should politics be taboo at work? Is it time to […]
Continue reading »How CSR Attracts The Best Employees
A company with a strong reputation for social responsibility finds it easier to retain and recruit talented staff. Gain insight into how giving back can profit your firm and keep staff engaged and satisfied at work.
Continue reading »Why Employees Need Open Mode According to John Cleese
Here at Venture Up, we're big believers in open mode. Discover how you can incorporate this creative process at work as Venture Up does every day.
Continue reading »Herd Behavior: There’s a Leader in There
Is following the herd human nature? For some, human nature is taking the lead.
Continue reading »Business Etiquette & Diversity
As the world shrinks, corporate teams everywhere are becoming more diverse … Organizations can no longer rely on past traditions or simply trust the way “things use to be done.”
Continue reading »Facing Fear & Harnessing Opportunity
Fear blocks many a “mind adventurer” from taking the next step to action. Time to stop talking and start doing. Fear failure? Failures are just stepping stones to success, so stay on the path.
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