While coaching in the workplace isn't a new concept, my colleagues and I still encounter some commonly held beliefs about coaching that simply aren't true. In this post, I'll seek... read more →
It's the start of another year and you've decided your resolutions are going to be all about being more productive. You're knee-deep in advice you've gleaned from the internet and... read more →
A recent story in The Guardian highlighted an interesting phenomenon at work: how we can get varying amounts of work done in varying amounts of time. 'Parkinson's Law' states that "work... read more →
A recent news item on BBC news criticized the plethora of 'productivity apps' that are on the market right now. With the title "Are productivity apps more hype than help?",... read more →
We're delighted to announce that Natal Dank has joined the WorkLifePsych family as an associate consultant. Natal brings with her a wealth of experience, developed in diverse organisational environments. Her... read more →
I was invited to speak at the recent AGR (Association for Graduate Recruiters) Development Conference in London and my presentation was recorded. So I'm sharing the video below. Firstly, thanks... read more →
An interesting article in the Guardian by neuroscientist Daniel J. Levitin outlines the downsides of attempted multi-tasking. We text while we’re walking across the street, catch up on email while... read more →
Organisations regularly dedicate significant resources to finding the best graduates to join them each year. It's therefore imperative that they ensure these talented new employees get the best start to their... read more →
By Dr. Richard A. MacKinnon Shared parental leave is on the way, which will provide new parents with a lot more flexibility in how they take time out from work.... read more →
By Dr. Richard A. MacKinnon First France, now Germany: governments considering the prohibition of employers sending employees emails outside of formal working hours. While there are ostensibly positive reasons for doing... read more →