Category: Workplace
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Why Good People Get Bored at Good Jobs
Csikszentmihalyi’s Flow model — challenge vs ability A grid showing eight mental states based on level of challenge and level of ability. Anxiety Stressed, Alert Arousal Alert, Focused Flow Focused, Happy Worry Sad, Stressed Control Happy, Confident Apathy Sad, Depressed Boredom Depressed, Content Relaxation Confident, Content Low High Low High…
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The Cost of “Small Changes”
A look at how endless requirement changes with frozen deadlines silently kill engineering quality, and what a better process actually looks like.
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Acknowleding: How a simple act can transform your life
Communication often happens at lightning speed. Emails, instant messages, and social media platforms allow us to connect with colleagues, friends, and family within seconds. However, amidst the convenience, there is one often overlooked but crucial element—acknowledging. In any form of communication, especially in the electronic realm where non-verbal cues are…
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Embrace the Oops: Turning Mistakes into Masterpieces
Life, both personal and professional, is a journey filled with twists and turns. Along the way, mistakes are inevitable. Whether it’s a misstep in a crucial work project or a blunder in our personal relationships, errors are part and parcel of our human experience. Embracing this reality can lead to…
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Creating capable leaders: The Power of Grooming, Mentoring, and Shadowing
The need for effective leadership is more critical in any organisation or field. As organizations strive to remain competitive, fostering leadership within their ranks becomes essential. A structured approach to grooming, mentoring, and allowing subordinates to shadow experienced leaders can significantly enhance their leadership qualities. This article explores the importance…
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Brainstorming: The Key to Innovation
The modern workplace is in a constant state of flux. To stay relevant, we need fresh ideas. Yet, in the pursuit of fast results, we often sacrifice the in-depth brainstorming that’s essential to true innovation. Let’s dive into the value of brainstorming and why neglecting it hurts your business. Unlocking…
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Gratitude: Unleashing the Revolutionary Impact in Everyday Life
Gratitude, transcending a mere emotion, reshapes life by enhancing mental, physical, and social health, altering brain function, and boosting mood, resilience, and relationships.
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Nurturing Blamelessness: A Key to Organizational Excellence
In today’s dynamic and competitive business world, organizations are constantly striving to meet deadlines, deliver excellence, and ensure their products and services shine. But, let’s face it, the path to success is filled with challenges, delays, and issues that can impact our journey. It’s here that the concept of blamelessness…
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The Importance of Psychological Safety in the Workplace
After completing my course on SRE Practice, I found myself contemplating the often underrated yet indispensable workplace culture of Psychological Safety. This concept entails creating an environment in which employees can comfortably take interpersonal risks, such as voicing their opinions, sharing innovative ideas, and acknowledging mistakes, all without the fear…