Why teams are the first defense against burnout Burnout is a systems problem that teams are well-positioned to address because of their ubiquity and ability to act quickly, says Paula Davis, author of a book on the subject. Even small actions by team leaders like check-ins, sharing your struggles and creating psychological safety can make a difference. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (3/16)
How employees respond to feedback is crucial One indicator of employees' growth potential and whether they are good candidates for further coaching is how they receive feedback. This article looks at five common ways employees respond to feedback and what it means for the organization. Full Story: Entrepreneur (3/16)
It's your turn to speak now Even if time seems precious at work, slowing down to allow unhurried conversations can lead to collaborative solutions. Let one person speak at a time to unfurl their thoughts and let them speak about tangents if needed. Full Story: Fast Company (tiered subscription model) (3/17)
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Amazon HR exec shares how the pandemic changed hiring Amazon moved much of the hiring and onboarding process online for front-line employees last year while shifting to virtual interviewing for corporate candidates, says Beth Galetti, senior vice president of HR. "We were actually very nervous about it, but what we found was that by doing this, we were actually able to be more flexible for our candidates, offer them more interview time slots and actually extend job offers faster," she says. Full Story: LinkedIn (3/15)
A Banfield Pet Hospital survey found that 57% of respondents would feel more comfortable if they could have their pets with them upon returning to the office. Twenty-eight percent said having their animals around keeps them calmer and more productive during the workday, and about 60% of employers said they were considering pet-friendly policies. Full Story: BenefitsPRO (free registration) (3/16)
A guide to the tax break for unemployment benefits The $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief law includes a provision that lets people who were unemployed last year exclude as much as $10,200 in jobless benefits from taxable income. This article explains how the provision works and who is eligible. Full Story: CNBC (3/16)
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In a desperate attempt to appear cool on social media, tragically hip people in Dubai, Bahrain and other Gulf Arab states have started drinking out of decorative baby bottles. The fad has sparked quite a backlash, with some authorities in the region even doling out fines. Full Story: The Associated Press (3/16)
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