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Managers, bosses and entrepreneurs are required to lead and always be available to employees. Tips on how to work efficiently as a manager and how to get employees to actively support you. Open House? Managers also need time to complete their tasks ā contrary to popular belief, they cannot do everythingā¦
The right work-life balance between job and private life is the dream of many people - and yet often difficult to achieve. Why is work-life balance so important? Work-life balance has become an increasingly popular topic of discussion in recent years, and with good reason. In tackling the demands of our busy lives,ā¦
Decisiveness is an important success factor in working life and for time management. But many people find it difficult to make decisions. Find out how to do it. Decisions make life complicated Let's start with an example: Mr T. runs a small workshop with eight employees. He notices that his calculations are no longer correct: something has to change. Either must...
Bosses are often branded as alpha animals and narcissists, whose supposed strengths quickly turn into interpersonal weaknesses. These properties also have their constructive sides, which are far too rarely considered. Socially Incompetent Alpha Males? Again and again one reads in the media of psychopathic bosses who exploit their employees in a socially incompetent manner. This stigma persists...
Enthusiastic employees are the basis, a decisive basis for not only proclaiming the service concept as a company, but actually living it. So the following applies: First employee enthusiasm and then customer enthusiasm! From now on the employee is king! The established rule still applies in business: the customer is king! And that's how he often behaves: from...
Among bosses we find introverted and extroverted personalities. For the latter, special challenges can arise when they have to manage introverted employees. 10 tips for a change of perspective. How bosses correctly lead quieter employees Among bosses we find introverted and extroverted personalities. Both are neither good nor bad per se. The job decides who fits better where.ā¦
Organizing teamwork properly is not easy. In order to ensure that everyone works together productively, the basic factors should be right. 2 X 5 points to watch out for. Teamwork: an excuse for social laziness? Teamwork gets a bad rap. āTEAMā is often used behind closed doors as an abbreviation for āGreat, someone else does itā. And then there is...
Sitting on your butt in front of the computer all day is extremely unhealthy. New concepts are needed if we still want to work healthily in the future. Flat buttocks, crooked back People are not for sitting for hours, often with their backs bent in front of the computer. If that were the case, our anatomy would look completely different:ā¦
Many go in, little comes out - this is the popular opinion about meetings. The fact that meetings often fail can be due to many factors. One of them, which we want to shed light on here, is the self-expression of team members. But what can you do about it? Meetings suffer from the human factor What do we have at Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® not all about...
Too much responsibility at work does not automatically mean more money, reputation and success, but often simply too much stress and pressure. How do managers deal with this? Why it is important to think about your own goals and your role In the competitive world of work, employees are often expected to take on more responsibility and...
Attracting and motivating employees through living corporate culture ā details often matter, even in the toilet. The Importance of Employee Engagement for Company Success A company thrives not only through the brilliance of its ideas, but also through the radiant smiles of its employees. Employee engagement is an essential part of a successful company culture. Motivated employees areā¦
Ruthless, efficient to the point of dropping, greedy for money and power - often the guarantor for entry into the executive floor. But what many employees accept as normal may in fact be a mental disorder that is said to affect 10 in 5 top executives in the US. To the choleric in XNUMX seconds? The boss has just given the employeeā¦
Thinking is generally something very positive, because thinking gives you new ideas and solves problems. But you can not only talk things to pieces, you can also think things through - and never stop brooding. You can find out how to turn this off here. Checklist: Do you brood over your problems? A little checklist to get you started. Also, do youā¦
What can you do if your boss threatens dismissal, a warning or other consequences? 8 steps that help. How can it come to the threat scenario by the boss? As an employee, you naturally want to do your best, impress your boss, and hopefully move up the ranks in your company. However, sometimes even your best efforts may not be enough, and you...
Home office or office? Opinions have been divided on this for many years. Flexible working is very fashionable, but companies keep deciding against it. 3 reasons why that's right - because working from home is simply pointless. Why is home office pointless? When IBM's decision to abolish home office was discussed a few years ago, it was...
Perfectionists are generally considered to be particularly productive, but they are also often afraid of making the wrong decision. How to deal with it? When the fear of making mistakes takes over They always give their all, do not take routine tasks lightly and penetrate every problem down to the smallest detail - perfectionists are generally considered to be particularly efficient,...
Bosses are not infallible, which is why criticism from employees is also important, even if they often don't feel heard or are afraid. 8 tips on how to make the feedback conversation successful. Employees want to feel heard: Feedback to the boss is crucial for the company's success. The backbone of every organization is effective leadership and motivated employees. In thisā¦
It is not uncommon for bosses to lose trust and should make companies sit up and take notice when it comes to employee retention. Strategies for successfully dealing with the problem. Goodbye employee retention? When the boss relationship suffers The relationship between an employee and his boss is crucial to the work environment. But what happens when this relationship is strained by disappointment? Theā¦
Edible Canada CEO Eric Pateman is a self-confessed workaholic. His productivity tip: get up at 3 a.m. In an interview, he explains how it works: Eric Pateman began his career as a chef and started his own catering business at the age of 18. In the meantime, he completed an MBA degree and works in Namibia, Australia and Great Britain, among other places. Today operates four companiesā¦
Managers are only human. Like every other employee, you know situations at work that make you uncomfortable ā for example, layoffs. 10 steps to watch out for. Quitting is part of a manager's job A boss's job is to get things done. In doing so, he must be able to...
Steffen Hopf is Managing Director of Yahoo Germany. In the interview, he talks about his personal work habits and how Marissa Mayer's home office verdict affected productivity in the company. Steffen Hopf is the Managing Director of Yahoo in Germany. In the position of Country Commercial Director, the 40-year-old is also responsible for all marketing activities...
A positive corporate development is not easy. Because managers don't know where to go and employees don't know why, failure is the order of the day. Possible reason for this: Six SAU traps. But: No success without implementation! The SAU process The boss orders something modern like "agile transformation", and everyone looks away, is excited, waits - whether the specter...
When irreconcilable interests meet, a conflict arises. To clarify, a solution must be sought and found. It is important to recognize signals and accompany solutions. New perspectives can also open up as a result of the intensive discussion involved in reaching a consensus. Conflicts must be Conflicts are commonplace. You can find them wherever independent people live and work together.ā¦
Self-determined and meaningful work brings better results. However, the word is not to speak of a pure feel-good culture. Stress also promotes productive work through the release of hormones in the Gehrin. The power of flow In the discussion of a contribution about motivation through self-determined and meaningful work Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® The question arose how important...
What makes a good boss? He should be social, good to the employees, not an asshole. But is that really good management? Cool bosses = good management? Why leadership means so much more Cool bosses who play table tennis with their employees, organize summo wrestling and go on vacation with the whole team are considered a symbol of aā¦
Strategic planning is a guarantee for good results. However, a simple experiment with spaghetti and a marshmallow shows that it does not necessarily make you more productive. But the opposite doesn't help either. Strategies lead to the goal? Those who plan with foresight, design strategies and only make decisions after careful consideration are generally considered to be more effective than people who intuitively orā¦
Resolving conflicts is one of the more unpleasant tasks of bosses and managers, but it is important for the success of the company. How can mediation succeed? Why is conflict resolution such an important leadership task? Conflicts are inevitable in any work environment. As a boss or manager, it is your responsibility to resolve these conflicts effectively in order to create a harmonious and productive working atmosphere...
For many managers, it is always necessary to readjust their role and behavioral patterns. To put it bluntly, it's about the contradiction between darling and dork. What to do about it? Everybody's darling or dork on duty? In practice, this dilemma presents itself like this: If you are too nice, you will be liked, but maybe not respected. Is one...
Work is undeniably one of the most important factors in our society ā and there is a social stigma attached to being unemployed. In the course of increasing digitization and automation, however, this will increasingly change. What does this mean for our society? The profession: more than earning a living The importance of the profession in our society is undeniably great, because thisā¦
Many people would like to take a nap if they could - especially company employees. Studies have also shown that this makes this habit, known as power napping, even more productive. Power napping and sleeping as long-running topics Sleep is a real long-running topic for many people, which can also be seen in the comments Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® read again and again...
There are famous people who increase their productivity by not getting enough sleep. But many people sleep badly out of fear. What are the implications? A self-experiment. 4 hours of sleep a night - is that enough? Hand on heart: Did you wake up feeling exhausted this morning, dragged yourself to the office tired ā and secretly went to theā¦
Can you boss? The most sensible answer is: "Depends on it." Of expectations, especially on the part of the employees. Of readiness, especially of the leaders. Of role definitions that list entitlements, expectations, rights and obligations. Changing executive roles Role definitions are subject to historical changes. Provided with a traditional core (conventions), zeitgeist phenomena flow into them. That keeps them agile. she spiegeln values...
Feel-good management is on everyone's lips, but is often derided as a good mood and a cozy course. However, the topic should be considered in a more sustainable way. An interview with GOODplace founder Monika Kraus-Wildegger. After studying business informatics and economics, Monika Kraus-Wildgger worked primarily in the IT industry and was a sustainability manager for a large corporation. There was a lot inā¦
Unfortunately, a boss who plays employees off against each other is not that rare. What can employees do against a toxic work environment and for a good working atmosphere? Toxic Work Environment & Bad Workplace Atmosphere: A Definition In today's fast-paced and competitive workplace, toxic behavior in the workplace by supervisors is often an uncomfortable reality that employees deal with...
Many companies have good ideas ā but how do you sell them to the boss? The answer: by negotiating well and presenting skillfully. Convince the boss: Please don't get nervous! Marriage proposal, board presentation, first contact with A-customers: what happens? Right: stage fright, nervousness, panic. And rightly so: How we present ourselves, because we...
Don't talk about unpleasant things and avoid conflicts: too often we hide our true opinion instead of clearly putting our cards on the table. Increasing efficiency and productivity: we understand what we want to understand I recently received an inquiry from an agency that wanted to book me for a project for the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. I should as soon as possible...
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Sport is murder? On the contrary: Sport makes you more productive and efficient - not only at work. 10 tips from personal experience. Sport has numerous positive effects I'm actually not a sports person and always found the usual fitness sports such as jogging, strength training or aerobics a little silly. However, at some point I realized that I...
Colors have a crucial impact on our productivity and mood in the workplace, scientific studies show. How does this affect our success and creativity? Color up your life! The video above shows where good ideas come from. But did you know that the color of our workplace has a decisive influence on ourā¦
A study shows that conflicts reduce productivity in companies by 25 percent. A manager's top priority should therefore be to create a conflict-free environment in which the team members can work in the best possible way. The boss is in demand When the boss comes into the office in the morning, he immediately notices: The climate is icy - and that's notā¦
Teamwork is seen as difficult, exhausting and unproductive. What is often missing is the right method for organizing and structuring the collaboration between different minds. Using the Business Canvas in a team The Business Model Canvas can help ā and here is the book for it. There has hardly been an idea in the world of business administration in recentā¦
The world is change. The right strategy is all the more important in order to survive in the markets of the future. What you should know about the target group of the future People in Germany are getting older and older. Demographic change not only poses major challenges for the social system, but also for companies. The seniors of today (and tomorrow)...
The company as a playing field in football? Absolutely! As it quickly becomes apparent, the authors of the following books have proved to be very lucky in their choice of analogy. The company as a soccer field? A book not only for soccer fans: "Spielfeld Arbeitsfeld" transfers employee management to the soccer field - and does it really well! In her book willā¦
At Management Circle I'm with you Dr. Sabine Hoier co-speaker for the topic "Productive Balance: Coaching for executives with children". The event will take place in Cologne, Munich and Frankfurt. Who is the seminar aimed at? Do you want to set new goals, create space for new tasks in everyday (work) life or reduce the stress for yourself and yourā¦
I've been a homeworker from the very beginning, out of conviction: The desire to save myself the daily commute to work was one of the reasons why I started my own business a good 10 years ago. Employed and working from home? Back then it was unthinkable. Today, on the other hand, it is very trendy. The fact that companies are now taking advantageā¦
In many companies, far too much time is wasted unproductively in meetings, too many employees get lost in technical details, and despite the wonderful new means of communication, there is far too little talking in companies. Result: The time that is not used sensibly for productive work results in total damage of more than 170 billion euros perā¦
Work wherever and whenever you want ā this dream can come true. With the right boss and the right equipment, this can work even in a team. Why offices often seem like a torture chamber to us Have you ever sat at a desk for so long that it seems like a personal torture chamber? It is generally accepted,ā¦
Great - someone else does it - that's the meaning that many secretly ascribe to the word "team". You could do a lot better with less selfishness. Teamwork: bad reputation but important! Teamwork has a bad reputation, at least on the quiet. Because working with others is often associated with endless discussions and little result. Includedā¦
Happiness does not depend so much on external circumstances. Rather, we can create satisfaction: by questioning existing thought patterns. Misfortune: Are the circumstances to blame or the subjective perception? Maybe you have those days when you just bitch about everything? Or do you find that others go through life in a much more balanced and happier way?...
We all know this: when people from different departments work together on a project, that's usually difficult. Reason: Banned routines and poor information management. How are things getting better? Problems of teamwork Dr. Cornelia Topf yes, yes Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® yes already written about mixed leadership. Well, quite as optimistic as you see me...
The cultural fit is rarely checked in recruiting. New employees who do not fit the corporate culture cause numerous problems and costs right from the start. The following interview questions will help you to find exactly the right employees. What is cultural fit in companies? Do you want to find employees who are the best match for your company like identical twins?ā¦
Ex-Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer only sleeps 4 hours a night, as does Napoleon. Albert Einstein slept 12 hours. Everyone sleeps differently. But what do you do when important decisions have to be made despite a lack of sleep? Too little sleep is unhealthy Sleeping is important because the body and brain regenerate during sleep. So it is amazing that the health,ā¦
Workaholism is not harmless workaholism, but a serious addiction with sometimes serious consequences. The boundaries between the hamster wheel and the career ladder are fluid. What can we do to prevent it from happening in the first place? Workaholism or workaholism? The image in the media The fact that the topic is repeatedly present in the media shows how important it is...
Nothing has changed office work as much as eMails. They were originally intended to simplify and speed up communication processes. But what happened to it? Procrastinating agents with addictive potential eMails cause the most common interruptions in modern life. Where is the time to work? And the potential for addiction is obviously high: it can regularly be observed at airports that travelersā¦
The automation of work and the concomitant threat of job losses is a hotly debated topic - also on Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ®, where a corresponding contribution has so far reached 4.000 readers. But what should you do if you really get fired? Will automation destroy jobs? Indeed analyst Mariano Mamertino has so far...
Companies should be service-oriented, the customer should be treated as king. Because, as companies should always keep in mind, the critical consumer will immediately move on to the next provider. Unfortunately, the reality in Germany is still different. Customer complaint as a YouTube hit A few years ago, the following story went viral: Canadian folk singer Dave Carrollā¦
Senseless conflicts paralyze productive and creative work. This is how de-escalation strategies can turn enemies into friends. Break apart - what do politics and working life have to do with each other? I recently read āDisaffect yourselvesā as a call. However, what was meant in this context for major world politics can also be transferred just as well to the microclimate in the workplace. Becauseā¦
Whether standing desks, Fengshui, gymnastic balls or green plants: the topic of health is booming in office design. We give 5 tips for optimal workplace design. 1. Healthy indoor climate: plants and fengshui A healthy indoor climate is a crucial aspect of office design. Even if too much personal stuff is not always welcomed in the workplace, there are so many others...
Our digital devices won't let us rest. If our work isn't following us, then we'll be out and about privately on social media. And it feels best when we combine the two. Without limits and mind! Too many balls Technology is increasingly blurring the endpoints and finish lines. But not only that: In addition to the constantā¦
Friendships in the workplace are a difficult topic, which is not only inherent in various studies, but also in the frequency of interview requests that we receive for ZEIT or MAXI, for example. Dealing with the topic correctly is particularly important for prospective managers. The job as a complex social network A job is a complexā¦
Human Resources, or HR for short, is the backbone of a company: This is where the company's processes and developments come together. It is all the more important that this department can work productively and is technically up to date. In many companies, however, there is a lack of precisely that innovation - but with a few steps this can be changed! obsoleteā¦
Industrial foreman is now an attractive profession with a competitive salary, in which steady job growth is expected in the coming years. What do training and further education paths look like? Job Profile of a Foreman: Responsibilities and Tasks Becoming a foreman is not easy; it requires extensive training, skill development and experience. The role of a foreman is crucial to theā¦
Notoriously gossiping, nagging or freaking out colleagues can cause an immense loss of time, especially in the open-plan office. How do we best deal with them? Clarity, recognition and serenity are the cornerstones of the strategy. Procrastination - Out of the Line of Fire I already got on Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ® shares how I personally evade people who...
What does a good manager have to be able to do today and in the future? An overview. Leadership today, leadership tomorrow: where are we? An assessment of where we stand The role of a manager has changed significantly in recent years as the speed of change and complexity in the business world has continued to increase. As a result, managers face new challenges and...
Feel Good Manager is still a relatively new job ā and one that has a reputation for being just fun and good for the cuddle factor in the company. An overview of 14 typical tasks. Why a Feel Good Manager? Everyone is talking about Feel Good Management, but unfortunately it is often referred to as a good mood and cuddle courseā¦
How do you become more productive and achieve your goals? Some good intentions can simply be wrong if they don't fit. 7 typical resolutions that you should at least reconsider. Goals or Self Love? Books and texts on the topic "Don't give a fuck" seem to be very trendy, self-love is "in". This also includes simply...
Many look to others for the reason for job dissatisfaction. Being happy in everyday working life begins with everyone. 5 tips on how to achieve more satisfaction in working life with the right attitude and create a dream job. Job satisfaction ā a dream? Happy at work - that's what everyone hopes for. THE one fulfilling, meaningfulā¦
You know that: If you are in a really good mood, the work will succeed all by itself. But if you are overwhelmed, you will soon be unable to do anything. What are the problems and what can you do about them? Do not stress yourself! As a perfectionist, you probably have more of one thing than you would like: stress! Aā¦
"Well, have you been productive at home?" Working from home doesn't have to be a career killer! 5 tips on how to work demonstrably efficiently and successfully in the home office. Attractive counterbalance to everyday office life Wake up and prepare for work in peace ā without hectic, traffic jams and noise. Sounds great right? With the home office regulation, modern work arrangements create an attractive balance...
Everyone is talking about resilience and anti-stress programs and healthy sleep, but the role of nutrition is often neglected. The right diet can help a lot. Basic nutrition - sense and nonsense Some time ago I started to deal with basic nutrition for health reasons and was able to solve one or the other health problem...
A weak point of many meetings is the moderation. Because often the moderator himself does not really know what he wants. But what can you as a participant do about it? If the boss moderates poorly You may be familiar with the situation: You are sitting in a meeting and colleague X has far too much speaking time. For example, because the moderator of individual participants...
Soft or personal skills are often mentioned as desirable qualifications, but hardly anyone knows what they mean. What hardly anyone believes: the ability to take criticism and the right amount of modesty are actually effective. Self-marketing - isn't that annoying? Humility is an important skill these days, and for good reason: quite a few people engage inā¦
Hardly a day goes by in companies without meetings. But many run haphazardly. It doesn't have to be, because simple rules can make them more productive. Meeting frustration instead of meeting desire? Meetings have a significant impact on the day-to-day work of managers and employees at all levels. Meetings and communication are becoming increasingly important for professionals. They permeate our entire lives, as they...
It's not just suddenly occurring viral diseases that scare people, but also harmless colds can quickly bring entire businesses to a standstill. What should I do? Beware of infection in the office It's really no wonder that many companies are afraid of infection: every second employee drags himself to the office sick with a fever. Thereforeā¦
No boss likes them, but they come up all the time: private messages at work. 8 tips employees should keep in mind. Texting colleagues privately: why it's common practice in many companies In today's age of rapidly developing technology and digital communication, private messages have become an increasingly popular means of communication in the workplace. Whether aboutā¦
If the German economy wants to remain internationally competitive, it must be innovative. But superimposed start-up fantasies are not enough, we need a new management culture - and new skills. StartUps ā a hot topic. But also durable? Start-ups are a hot topic right now, not only in the self-proclaimed start-up capital of Berlin: Some of the large corporations are also affording theirā¦
Star fashion photographer Russel James has successfully demonstrated it: living and working without shoes. And there are more people who share this attitude. But how much creative freedom is allowed and possible in the job? Why do we wear shoes? Wearing shoes may seem natural to many people. We usually wear them to show off...
eMails may be practical, but they are not always appropriate. We will show you which etiquette rules you need to pay attention to. eMails: time-saving, but not always appropriate eMails are one of the most important means of communication today, used on almost every occasion - especially at work. But not always are eMails also the best means of communication in aā¦
A good boss should primarily focus on the success of the company. But many bosses prefer to cuddle up to their employees ā for example, by posing as a patron saint. What is the main task of bosses? The main task of a manager is the success of the company. But many bosses prefer to cuddle with their employees. How do you recognize theā¦
How do we deal with mistakes and criticism? What happens when we catch ourselves making a mistake, or are caught by co-workers, or even worse, our boss? All of this allows conclusions to be drawn about the error culture in companies and our society. Practical tips for dealing with criticism. To err is human To err is...
Your boss has scheduled a meeting. And already the day after tomorrow. And you should speak there. But about what? Who exactly is coming? And what tools do you have for the presentation? Preparation is everything. We give you 2 x 7 tips. Meetings - better than your reputation? "Not another meeting!" Let's be honest: how...
Work, especially in the office, poses a major challenge to our physical health. 10 successful people reveal how they can stay healthy. Why It's Important to Take Care of Your Health Quite a few people spend most of their lives at work and it can be a big challenge to take care of your own health.
Best of HR ā Berufebilder.deĀ®-Author Tjalf Nienaber recommends job seekers to reveal as much as possible about themselves publicly. At the same time, more and more companies advertise with a homely atmosphere in the office. How much private life at work, technical term work-life blending, is healthy? 10 tips. Has personal self-portrayal long been normal? In his contribution, Tjal Nienaber writes something that still causes violentā¦
Proper communication with colleagues is one of the most important success factors for a career. It's all about the right mix: You have to work together with others in a team, but at the same time you have to assert yourself against competitors. Rhetorical skill is the key to success here. How to get along well with colleagues Whether you like it or not: Youā¦
School is over and the next phase of life is waiting: studying or vocational training. What should school leavers do? What is in demand: the labor market analysis helps further Which job profiles will be particularly in demand in the next few years? Clever school leavers already deal with their training and study opportunities beforehand, because their careers are not supposed toā¦
Combining business trips with holidays is booming. Bleisure Travel, to use the technical term, saves both time and money. And studies show that companies can also draw attention to themselves with exciting lifestyle topics. An overview. Lifestyle culture: what makes bleisure travel so popular? The working world and with it the tourism industry are changing. So it's no wonder that in theā¦
Money is by no means the only factor that makes employers attractive to employees. There are a number of other motivators that companies can use for their employer branding. Why Employee Motivation is a Critical Success Factor for Businesses Employee motivation is a key factor in the success of a business, and one of the most effective ways to motivate...
Workaholism is widespread in our society. The problem is that this drug enjoys the highest social recognition. But contrary to what many bosses think, these workhorses are not an asset to companies. Why do so many people cling to workaholism? The main reason why, despite many obvious downsides, so many people still stick to theirā¦
Positive stress can make you productive, but negative stress inhibits our performance in the long run because it is often caused by fear. How do these often deep-seated fears arise? Fears and pressure to perform: research into the causes Why do we let ourselves be put under such pressure by stressful situations that we think we absolutely have to function perfectly. Unfortunately, the question...
A working day that resembles a marathon does not always have to be exhausting. It all depends on the right motivation and appreciation. Survey shows: There is a lack of appreciation Appreciation and motivation are extremely important: If you were very productive, did you have an adrenaline rush and are you satisfied with your work, such a day is definitely motivating. Butā¦
The desire to do everything well and properly is not a bad thing. However, if you exaggerate, you will quickly get in your own way. 6 tips against excessive perfectionism and for a simpler life. Perfection: The desire to do everything right! Last week, I came across a nice example of how someone couldā¦
When the flagship start-up Jimdo laid off 25 percent of its employees some time ago because it failed to introduce effective management structures, it sparked a lively discussion about the change in the world of work. How can recruiting work here? The future of work? Sometimes everything turns out differently than you think. Sometimes even with a bang. I still remember it well...
From young startups to global corporations: modern corporate management is the cornerstone of economic success. As a boss, it's a matter of balancing the gap between a feel-good atmosphere and productivity. 15 tips on how to succeed. Balancing work-life balance and productivity Especially in the digital economy, in which work is shared deep into our private lives...
Many meeting rooms are still boringly furnished, with simple, sparse, carelessly arranged tables and chairs. A creative environment has been proven to have a significant impact on productivity and thus the success of a meeting. Creative atmosphere improves productivity Unfortunately, many meeting rooms are still furnished rather boringly, with more or less plain and sparse, carelessly arranged tables and chairs.ā¦
The bad news first: No job is truly secure. Globalization, job cuts, digitization, climate change - there are many crises that threaten jobs. But the constant turning in the hamster wheel is the wrong way. Hamster wheel of job anxiety or new productivity? Especially in times of crisis, job anxiety is rampant and many employees worry about how safe their job...
Change management and innovation have recently been high on the agenda of many companies. What is often forgotten is that every single employee has to change their habits. And that's often harder than you think. Human beings are creatures of habit Because much of our behavior is often unconsciously controlled by habits. And most people love these habits and feel...
You just don't tolerate chaos and are therefore tidy? Congratulations! A certain degree of order is important in order to be able to work well. But some people tend to exaggerate when it comes to order. Pedantry and an exaggerated sense of order Of course it is good if you are orderly: How much time would you lose searching ifā¦
The almost religious motif of seduction, guilt and atonement is omnipresent in our everyday work and life. We are often not aware of how this inhibits personal and social change. 10 ways to break out of the vicious cycle. Guilt and atonement as religious patterns of thought are present everywhere. When I was younger, I think that the more atheistic upbringingā¦
The problem with people who want to be perfect at all costs is that they completely overwhelm themselves. Reason: Your striving for perfection and the frantic effort to avoid mistakes at all costs. Distress Because nobody can always give 110% and most people know that too. As a result, they go negative from the start...
Prof. Dr. Gerrit Heinemann heads the eWeb Research Center at the Niederrhein University of Applied Sciences and teaches business administration, management and trade. The fourth and last part of the interview is about cooperative business models in e-commerce. Heinemann studied business administration in MĆ¼nster and obtained his doctorate as a research assistant at the Institute for Marketing under Prof. Dr. Dr. hc mult. Herbert Meffert.
Just dare something! Julia Malchow, who took a trip on the Trans-Siberian Railway with her little son, shows how it's done. Her example can be wonderfully transferred to our everyday life. Here, too, positive thinking and courage often encounter resistance and prejudice. Just be more optimistic! Is it that easy? There are those days whenā¦
Constantly ringing phones, babble of voices and sensory overload: working in an open-plan office often resembles a battlefield. Find out how highly sensitive people can successfully master typical challenges of everyday work. Modern Cavemen People used to live in caves. And today? We also live in caves. Except that they are now called houses. And we live there because we...
Bullying, being systematically taken down by others and having the feeling of being powerless against it, is not nice. Standard tips don't always help, but they can provide a first orientation. Why is bullying so cruel? Bullying is a form of physical or emotional abuse, usually based on an actual or perceived difference...
Communication skills play a key role in most skilled jobs today. Nevertheless, there are frightening communication deficits in everyday working life for many people. 21 tips on what you can do about it. Why do communication problems arise in the office at all? Effective communication is essential in any workplace. She ensures employees understand their roles and responsibilities, fosters a positive work environment...
Meetings offer the ideal opportunity to shine in front of others and thus significantly improve your own career opportunities. Unfortunately, this opportunity is often wasted. With good preparation, skillful arguments and a portion of quick-wittedness, you can convince colleagues and superiors of your skills. Prepare meetings optimally argumentatively Every Thursday afternoon at 15 p.m., Mr. P. has a team leader meeting. Theā¦
People also cuddle in German companies. Don't you think so? Feelgood management is the name of the trend that, exceptionally, emerged in Germany. Just a bit of Google for German companies or is there more to it than that? From the trend to everyday business Another new trend in the world of work: feel-good management ā āāa feel-good atmosphere in the workplace. In fact, the subject will...
Companies can only survive in the future if they attract the intelligence and full creative power of top talent. Because the market is merciless. And the customers don't know any mercy. In every āmoment of truthā something big has to happen. Customers always see a company as a unit Customers perceive a company as a whole. If itā¦
An agile coach supports and trains companies, HR departments and employees in change processes and thus makes a decisive contribution to the company's success. How exactly does this work? Constant flexibility - a major challenge for companies One of the greatest challenges for modern companies is to adapt to the fast pace of life. Businesses need to constantly adapt and innovate to...
Our life is getting faster and more hectic. It helps to be clear about what you have already achieved. After all, those who are satisfied not only have a better life, but also work better. A gratitude journal can help us do this. Stress caused by the wrong goals Not only is life around us becoming more and more stressfulā¦
Accenture, Google and Microsoft have been showing for years how a āborderless workplaceā can work. In Germany, on the other hand, managers already have problems with the virtual workplace, let alone with global networks. It is above all the managers who stick to old ways of thinking and organizing how work is defined and organized. Optimistic employees in terms of digitization 57ā¦
The ability to delegate tasks to others is crucial for personal success. However, this does not always work smoothly and without misunderstandings. Tips on how to properly communicate tasks and goals to others. What the ex-head of state says about delegating The idea for this post came to me a while ago when I was talking to former Icelandic head of state VigdĆs FinnbogadĆ³ttirā¦
Studies show that around 15 percent of working hours in Germany are spent resolving conflicts. Time that is better spent on completing important tasks. 2 X 8 tips on how to deal with them. Colleagues from annoying to schemers Everyone knows him, nobody likes him. Whether youāre an eternal complainer, a perfectionist know-it-all, or a career-hungry sucker,ā¦
Situations in which managers should act and make the right decisions are as diverse as the employees affected. In addition to the general conditions of the company, the interpersonal aspect is a decisive factor. Generation Y! The X is followed by the Y ā not only in the alphabet. Also in the succession of generations. Emancipation, growing prosperity, the replaceability of the individual shaped the baby boomers (born...
We live in turbulent times. The last few years have given us an unbroken parade of fear and alarmism in the headlines, boardrooms and kitchen tables. Securing assets in times of crisis ā how is that supposed to work? Corona, globalization, outsourcing, mass layoffs, plant closures, subprime mortgages and loan default swaps, Ponzi schemes, Wall Street fiascos, recession... bad news follows bad news. Inā¦
If you want to be successful, you have to keep motivating yourself. Above all, this means continuing despite obstacles and difficulties in order to achieve one's own goals. Nothing demonstrates that better than sport. How People Cope With Obstacles Is Crucial To Success All people experience difficulties, obstacles, and problems in their lives. The kind ofā¦
Professor Dr. Petra Jansen, chair of sports science at the University of Regensburg, talks about how to control one's feelings with mindfulness, how to reach his goals and why the glass ceiling really exists. Professor Dr. Petra Jansen studied anthropology, ethnology, psychology and mathematics at the Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz before she entered the Gerhard Mercatorā¦
We are surrounded by lies every day, much more than we think. But why can't we trust others unconditionally? 5 insights. Don't make it easy for others Jane Sullivan readily admits to making it easy for an investment firm CEO to rip off $250.000 of her retirement savings. jane...
Hardly anything hurts us as much as unjustified criticism, especially when it appears as a poisoned compliment, so-called negging. We'll show you how to react to it. Understanding Negging Negging is a questionable strategy that aims to weaken a person's self-confidence in order to gain their attention. Negging, also known as a poisoned compliment, is...
Always saying āyesā when friends, co-workers or bosses ask for something is the easiest way ā but one that takes its toll over time. A friendly ānoā to one or the other request helps ā for everyone involved. Fear of the resounding ānoā Many people avoid a resounding ānoā like the devilā¦
Continuing education is very important. There is even a German Further Education Day and companies spend billions on personnel development. But how useful is prescribed further training really? Further training with coercion? German companies spend 27 billion euros a year on further training for their employees. They might as well spend a good chunk of that on lollipops. Because the usual...
There are 5 basic psychological needs that apply to all people worldwide and the non-satisfaction of which leads to negative emotional states. What do you really need to be happy? Emotional Leadership - A Definition In any leadership position, it is crucial to understand the psychological needs of those you lead. Emotional leadership is the ability to control your own emotions...
"Too many meetings is a clear sign of poor organization," said the British historian, sociologist and publicist Cyril Northcote Parkinson (1909-1993), who became world famous as the discoverer of Parkinson's Laws. What is he trying to tell us? Problem Solving or Waste of Time? The saying āŗWithout a plan you automatically plan for failureā¹ is often encountered in meetingsā¦
According to studies, around 15 percent of working hours in Germany are spent on conflicts. How can you argue better or avoid conflicts altogether? Disputes and conflicts at work: Who is to blame? Have you clashed with your boss or colleagues again? The buck was quickly passed to the others. But are really always...
How do you put together an excellent team of employees? Professional qualifications and experience are undoubtedly important, but new employees must also fit the company culture. Six questions to identify the right candidate. Exceptional Questions, Informative Answers Attracting talented employees, receiving applications from them, and identifying talented employees are essential to building a business orā¦
Many people dream of becoming rich and living a life of luxury and comfort. But how to get rich and how to achieve this life? 2X steps to more money. how to get rich 4 Common Tips How to get rich? There is no simple answer to this question. You can (probably) get rich...
Jobs with a good work-life balance are in demand among applicants. But how do you find such dream jobs and can your own job become more relaxed? What does the perfect work-life balance job look like? Work-life balance sounds great at first. Because everything that sounds hip and cool and promises a lot of fun is āinā. Corresponding jobs are often hyped up as dream jobs. Noā¦
Self-organizing worker units are the favored model for the future because they are better suited to the rapidly emerging and increasingly unpredictable demands of the future than old-style command-control. At its core, self-organization changes the distribution of power For companies that have introduced new forms of cooperation, different terms are circulating, for example these: agile organizations, collegial companies, democratic companies,...
Working where others go on vacation, away from the office: so-called workations are becoming more and more of a trend. What do you have to pay attention to when choosing the location and planning? A self-experiment. Definition: What is a workation? A workation is a combination of work and vacation where the individual has the opportunity to work from another location,ā¦
Company culture plays an important role in the battle for IT talent. The dictum is highly traded, especially in young companies. But what does that actually mean? And above all: How do IT companies find their own company culture? A decisive weapon in the fight for young IT talents Almost every company is looking for them. Theā¦
Saying clearly what you want, conveying your opinion politely but unequivocally, sounds easy, but many people find it difficult. This often results in communicative misunderstandings and a lot of stress. 2 X 9 tips on how to do it better. Just say what you think? I'm a friend of clear words. Because you simply save time andā¦
Stress and bullying can make you sick. Therefore, you should do everything you can to improve a bad working atmosphere at your workplace. We show how. Bad working atmosphere: when the job makes you ill Many entrepreneurs can tell you a thing or two about the fact that working conditions in companies are not always ideal. The fact that stress and bullying can make you ill is alsoā¦
Studies and a look at social media show that many people complain about stressful business trips. What can you do to make them more relaxing? 6 tips. Badly planned trip - that's the result I recently experienced again how stressful a badly planned trip can end: The employee of a...
Many companies complain about a shortage of skilled workers. Flexible working hours, trust-based working hours without controls, as they have already been introduced by companies from Microsoft to Coca Cola, should now make employers more interesting. But the topic of working from home has long been a big PR topic. Home office ā PR against a shortage of skilled workers Working from home has numerous advantages: Home office enables employees to work flexiblyā¦
We all know it: low-cost airlines, overcrowded trains, too many people, queuing, drafty train stations, traffic jams on the streets. There is no doubt that traveling often means pure stress and it is not uncommon for us to arrive at our destination totally rushed. Stress and jetlag on a business trip Of course, this also applies to holidaymakers, but they tend to find the opportunity toā¦