Before you send a meeting invite, make sure you have a clear agenda and your invite only includes relevant attendees, according to a flowchart by Fundera. Consider whether you could summarize the content in an email or if the matter at hand can wait until your next team meeting. The Muse (1/24)
The Landscape
SHRM CEO: "Culture always trumps compliance" Policy and training won't end sexual harassment because employers "simply can't legislate human behavior," says Johnny Taylor Jr., CEO of the Society for Human Resource Management, testifying before a California legislative committee on sexual harassment prevention and response. Creating a culture of transparency and immediate action is the best way to foster a healthier work environment, Taylor says. Society for Human Resource Management online (1/26)
Instead of looking at what jobs you can do, consider what will actually make you happy, writes Rich Bellis. Imagine where you might want to be in five years, and plan your next steps in reverse, he writes. Fast Company online (1/25)
Balancing Yourself
Motivate yourself beyond the daily grind Surrounding yourself with people who share your values can help pick you up if you're feeling unmotivated, writes Rachel Weingarten. Remember the bigger picture when you're trying to overcome a minor setback. Ladders (1/28)
Nutella sale leads to supermarket chaos in France A 70% discount on Nutella at Intermarche supermarkets in France led to chaos as shoppers pushed and shoved to stock up on jars of the chocolate spread. "People just rushed in, shoving everyone, breaking things," said an Intermarche employee in the French city of Forbach. CNN (1/26)
The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quite alone with the heavens.