Leading for Wellness with Dr. Patricia Grabarek and Dr. Katina Sawyer

What makes a great culture? How can you create one? We discuss research done at Energage to help companies understand how to build a positive company culture and become a top workplace. Links: Energage Website Top Workplaces Doug Claffey Fraser Marlow The post Top Workplaces with Doug Claffey and Fraser Marlow appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thriving Workplaces .

Gossip is usually thought of as a negative thing, but not all forms of gossip are bad. Learn how to define gossip and whether or not it’s helping or hurting your team! (Brady, Brown, & Liang, 2017) Links to article: Brady, Brown, & Liang (2017) Article Workr Beeing Article on Coworker Friendships Tacodeli – some of our favorite breakfast tacos in Austin Wanderlust Austin – wher...

Everyone talks about the importance of setting good goals. But what happens when you reach them? Attaining goals can be really important for your well-being, impacting your happiness and positive mood overall. (Harris, Daniels, & Briner, 2003) Links: Harris, Daniels, & Briner (2003) Workr Beeing 5 Day Workplace Wellness Reset Workr Beeing Achieving Goals Article The post Goals, Goals, Goal...

Happy Holidays, Workr Bees! The holiday season can be super busy and stressful. Listen to our tips on how to have a happy, healthy holiday! We will be taking a short break from creating new content (podcast and articles) to spend time with our families this holiday season! See you again on January 7th! Links: Tips on coming back from vacation Mindfully vacationing Why vacations and time off are im...

Does being your true self at work matter? We discuss a study about disclosing an ‘invisible’ identity at work and how that impacts employee wellness (Ragins, Singh, & Cornwell, 2007).  Links: Ragins, Singh, and Cornwell (2007) Article Workr Beeing Authenticity article The post Getting Real at Work appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thriving Workplaces .

Many employers provide formal wellness programs but are they actually helpful? We discuss a study that explores the impact of wellness programs on employees (Parks & Steelman, 2008). Links: Parks & Steelman (2008) Article The post Wellness Programs: Are They a Waste of Money? appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thriving Workplaces .

We hear a lot about the importance of being hopeful at work and in life. But, how do you become more hopeful, especially in the face of challenges? Learn how to increase your hopefulness and how hope can have a positive impact on your work. (Shorey et al. 2007) Links: Shorey et al. 2007 Article Link to a measure of hope, so you can take the survey and see how hopeful you are! The post Hope Matters...

Leaders make mistakes in the workplace and that’s ok! It can be so easy to dwell on them and feel stressed out by mistakes. We talk to leadership and creativity expert Dr. Lily Cushenbery about her research on leadership and how to effectively recover from mistakes. Links: Dr. Cushenbery’s Research Lab Dr. Cushenbery’s Resume The post Recovering from Mistakes with Dr. Lily Cushenbery a...

Being grateful for the positive aspects of your job can have an impact on your well-being. Today, as we lead up to Thanksgiving, we discuss a very simple practice you can start to make you happier at work! (Kaplan et al., 2014) Links: Kaplan et al. Article Workr Beeing Journaling Article Workr Beeing Gratitude Article The post Thanks Cost Nothing appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thr...

Bullying at work is a real thing – it can happen to anyone and from anyone! If you are being bullied at work, it can be hard to deal with. Learn how to recognize if you are being bullied, the consequences it might have on you, and how you might get back on your feet after bullying occurs! (Neilsen & Einarsen, 2012) Links: Neilsen & Einarsen Article The post Bullies Aren’t Just in the...

Preliminary research out of Finland finds some interesting results around working from remote locations. Learn how you can do this ‘retreat-type’ work to reduce stress and improve your well-being!  (Vesala & Tuomivaara, 2015) Links: Vesala & Tuomivaara, 2015 Article Workr Beeing Retreat Article The post Slow Down…And Work? appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thriving...

Today, we are launching our “Hello from the Hive” segment! We would love to hear your stories about how you are making a healthier and happier work environment. We invited one of our hive members, Simone, to share her experience using one of our articles. Contact us with your stories! Links: Simone Daniels Project HOME Workr Beeing Email Address:  workrbeeing@gmail.com The post Launching “Hel...

Everyone has emotions – even at work! Being authentic to those emotions is important for your well-being. But, it’s not always easy to show your true self when dealing with difficult clients or coworkers. Learn how to best manage your emotions at work and to cope with feelings of inauthenticity! (Pugh et al., 2011) Links: Pugh et al., 2011 Article Original work on cognitive dissonance The po...

Vacations are important for helping you feel less exhausted and more engaged at work when you get back. But how long do those feelings last? Learn how to help you make the effects of your vacation last longer! (Kuhnel & Sonnentag, 2011) Links: Kuhnel & Sonnentag (2011) Article Coming Back from Vacation Tips Article You Need a Vacation Article The post Time to Take a Vacay appeared first on...

It’s great to talk positively about your organization and to make those who work with you feel good about their jobs, but it’s not enough. People have to see the impact they are making for those behaviors to really make a splash. Learn how to show others the impact of their jobs at work – and how to remind yourself about the impact you’re making as well! (Grant, 2012) Links: Article The post...

Learn from an expert, Dr. Alicia Grandey, on managing emotions at work. It’s important to manage your emotions well if you want to decrease burnout and emotional drain on the job. Get tips on how to do that from a professor who has spent her career studying it! Links: Dr. Alicia Grandey’s Bio       The post Smile If You Mean It with Dr. Alicia Grandey appeared first on Workr B...

Making healthy food choices looks different for everyone. But everyone can benefit from setting themselves up to make food choices in the workplace! Learn about how to pick healthy snacks at work. (Sonnentag, Pundt, & Venz, 2017) Links: Article Workr Beeing Healthy Snacking Article National Eating Disorders Association Hotline  The post Snack Time Hero appeared first on Workr Beeing | The...

Travel for work? Need some tips to help you stay healthy on the road? We’ve got you covered as we share our favorite travel tips! Please Note: We are not medical doctors. Talk to your doctor before using aspirin on flights. Links: Om the Go Asana Travel Pillow Workr Beeing Travel Tips Article The post Travel Tips appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thriving Workplaces .

Think your organization is good at creating work-family balance? You might be missing something. Learn how family type might affect the kinds of conflicts organizations should be addressing and drive better balance at work in the future! (Sawyer et al., 2017) Links: Sawyer et al. 2017 Article Katina’s Award!  Inclusivity Makes Work Better for Everyone Article Work Life Balance Research...

Understand how increasing your mindfulness can help you to better regulate your emotions and feel better at work. Mindfulness isn’t just a fad – it’s a really great way to increase your workplace wellness! ( Hulsheger et al., 2012 ) Links: Article Mindfulness meditations available from the founder of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction training   Spire Mindfulness Tracker emWave Headspac...

Many companies and managers worry that their employees take too many breaks. However, breaks can actually be very helpful at work! Learn more about why breaks are important and why you should take a break now! (Zacher, Brailsford, & Parker, 2014) Links: Zacher, Brailsford, & Parker, 2014 Article Adam Grant’s “Give and Take” “Take a Break!” Workr Beeing Article...

Everyone is obsessed with talking about Millennials. We have quite a lot to say about it too! Stop the hate! Links: What’s Wrong With Millennials? How to Understand Millennials Patricia’s TEDx Talk The post Millennial Rant appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thriving Workplaces .

We know you know that sleep is important. So, why aren’t you getting more of it? Learn the science behind getting yourself to sleep better and longer, so you can have a better workday tomorrow (Lanaj, Johnson, & Barnes, 2014). Links: Article The post Dream On appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thriving Workplaces .

Do you feel like you are called to do a specific type of work? We discuss a study that talks about the importance of answering that calling (Gazica & Spector, 2015). Links: Article World of Dance Janitorial Staff Study The post Your Calling is Calling appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thriving Workplaces .

Welcome to your new favorite podcast where you learn to be happier and healthier at work! Check out our trailer to learn more. Subscribe now! The post The Workr Beeing Podcast: Trailer appeared first on Workr Beeing | The Science Of Thriving Workplaces .