Workplace Psychology with Dr. Martha Grajdek

Getting enough rest is such a simple concept. It’s not difficult to understand its benefits and the detrimental effects associated with lack of rest. Yet, many among us don’t get enough rest. What’s even worse, those tired individuals don’t fight for their right to rest. But there are things that you can do to change this. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://y...

Stress at work is nothing new. However, dealing with stress at the workplace can present itself with special challenges. The good news is that understanding what you’re facing when addressing stress management at work is key to your success. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ

Sometimes being motivated is a challenge – especially when it comes to work. However, lack of motivation at work can be a problem. Fortunately, there are things that you can do to help your situation. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ

There are many benefits that can be associated with the right company culture. A culture that weaves empathy and appreciation into its fabric is one example of a culture where many such benefits can be identified. Creating the right culture comes with many considerations and shared responsibilities. Not surprisingly, a successful endeavor has some definite some must-haves. Tune in to learn more. C...

Having a friend at work can be valuable for both the individual and the organization. From productivity and engagement, to the workplace experience – workplace friendships can benefit everyone involved. Friendships offer a form of social network and support – both of which come with their own advantages. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/...

Making the most of your time at work can have a significant effect on you and your days at the office. The good news is that setting yourself up for success is not only within your reach, but it’s something that you can do quite easily with some effort and intention. So, what can you do to get your day started right? Tune in to find out. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.c...

As long as you work with other people, you form some kind of relationships with them. Some of them are closer relationships than others. Those are the relationships that can be affected the most when the other person leaves the organization. There are things that you can and should do to make it a better transition period for yourself and for the other person. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stre...

We seem to have become almost obsessed with the idea of endlessly improving our time management skills. While it’s true that many are still in need of finding that which will help them to better manage their time at work, the reality for many is that they’re searching for the proverbial unicorn. Their time management skills are just fine, but they’ve been led to believe that they have to do better...

Productive conversations are important in many situations, but they’re critical when it comes to the workplace. Whereas a good conversation can solve problems and move us forward, a bad one can be a time waster that creates new problems. Luckily, there are things that you can do to maximize the quality of your conversations at work. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube...

Keeping your energy levels up is critical for not only getting through your workday, but also for accomplishing what needs to be accomplished. Did you know that there are different types of energy, each responsible for different levels of accomplishments? Once you understand what these types of energy are and how to maximize them, you can determine your daily experience and success at the workplac...

While job perks and benefits can be seen as a driving force for attracting and retaining top talent, organizational culture can easily trump many (if not all) perks and benefits. A great culture can change the workplace experience benefiting both the individual and the organization. However, there is such a thing as taking it too far when it comes to organizational culture goals and expectations....

Being in a state of flow comes with many benefits that can include productivity, creativity, and much more. Achieving the state of flow while at work is familiar to some and more of a wish to others. Whether you can enter into this state easily or not, there are things that you can do to help the process. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel...

Burnout is not a new topic of conversation, and many of us understand the most common contributors to burnout. However, the workplace experience is filled with all kinds of variables – some of which may surprise you in terms of their contributing power to burnout. As always, there are things that you can do to help your situation. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube h...

Clutter happens. It’s a part of life. Sometimes it sneaks up on you little by little, until it turns into a full-blown mess. Some people have a higher tolerance for clutter than others. The bottom line is that regardless of the state of your clutter or your tolerance level for it, it has detrimental effects on you – body and mind. If you find yourself in need of some motivation to tackle the clutt...

Incivility at the workplace is neither new nor rare. It comes in a variety of wide-ranging behaviors, and it generally goes against the basic behavioral codes that we should have all learned as children. While there are things that individual employees can do to discourage incivility at the workplace, employers hold the bulk of the responsibility. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With...

Life is full of distractions. It’s no wonder that focusing can be a challenge. However, when it comes to the workplace, your ability to focus for extended periods of time is a must. While it may seem difficult to achieve this focus nirvana, there are things that you can do to help yourself get focused and stay focused while at work. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube...

Psychological safety at the workplace has become an important topic of conversation over the last several years. It’s critical to point out that this is not without a reason. Clearly, many feal that psychological safety at the workplace is lacking. Fortunately, there are steps that everyone can take to increase psychological safety at work. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on...

Distracted employees can be a costly reality for any organization. It can affect productivity, accuracy, and safety. While individual employees have a responsibility to work on eliminating as many workplace distractions as possible, there is only so much that they can do. The organization has a big responsibility when it comes to distractions at the workplace. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stre...

Wasting time while at work is nothing new. Some people enjoy it and do it intentionally. Others waste hours of their workday without intending or realizing it. While this seems like an issue or the employer, it’s equally detrimental for the individual’s workplace experience. The good news is that there are things that you can do to stop wasting time while at work. Tune in to learn more. Check out...

Toxic work environments and toxic organizational cultures are an unpleasant reality for many. This type of environment can be detrimental to the point of being destructive or even deadly. It may seem hopeless for anyone facing this kind of toxicity on a daily basis, but there is good news. You, as an individual are not powerless. There are things that you can do to improve your experience. Tune in...

Failure and mistakes are a part of life – the includes life at the workplace. Mistakes come in a variety of forms and sizes, as do the related consequences. How failures and mistakes are handled at work makes a big difference when considering their effects and future occurrences. Best practices outlined in today’s episode are key when it comes to improving how failures and mistakes are handled at...

If you’re what others might consider to be a people-pleaser, you know that this particular role in life can make things more challenging at times. This is as true in your personal life as it is at the workplace. Habitual people pleasing can have its dark side – leading to resentment or even burnout. However, the idea of changing your ways can be a daunting one. But it doesn’t have to be this way f...

The concept of motivation has been studied throughout history. Employee motivation is an important topic across fields and industries. It’s important to remember that motivation is not only for the employer to consider. Individual employees have a great deal to gain from their own motivation. What’s more, individuals have the power of influence in terms of their own motivation at work. Tune in to...

Taking time off and disconnecting from work is critical for health and well-being. Whether that means taking breaks throughout the workday, disconnecting after work and during weekends, or going on an actual vacation, there are benefits to each form of break-taking. This episode focuses on the importance of taking a vacation. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https:...

Change is a part of every facet of life – including the workplace. Change is inevitable and necessary. It is an important part of learning and growth. When handled properly, change is a positive force, but when handled poorly, it can add stress to life. What can you do to better navigate the waters of change at the workplace? Tune in to today’s episode to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr...