Whether it stems from differences in opinions, personalities, or goals, conflict can create tension and hinder productivity. However, what if I told you that conflict doesn’t have to be destructive? In fact, when managed effectively, conflict can become a powerful tool for connection, collaboration, and growth within teams. Embracing Conflict The first step in harnessing…
Category: Company Culture
The Power of Appreciation
It’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind of the modern workplace and forget to acknowledge the efforts of those around us. However, fostering a culture of gratitude at work can have profound effects on both individual well-being and overall team dynamics. Boosting Morale and Motivation: When individuals feel appreciated, they are more…
Building Trust with Your Team is the Key to Success
Trust is the cornerstone of effective teamwork. Without it, collaboration, communication, and innovation suffer. Building trust with your team at work is not just a nice-to-have; it’s a fundamental necessity for achieving shared goals and maintaining a positive workplace culture. The Significance of Trust Trust within a team leads to higher productivity. When team members…
Combating Employee Burnout
Employee burnout is a widespread problem that affects many organizations, especially after the last few years of navigating through things like a global pandemic. Burnout can be defined as a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged and excessive stress. Burnout can lead to reduced productivity, decreased job satisfaction, and increased absenteeism,…
Millennial Motivators in the Workforce
Motivation in the workplace is the key to getting the most out of your young employees. Understand that each has unique driving forces. Some work for advancement—and others do just enough to stay employed. Whatever the reason, focus on the motivating factors of your employees, and you will help them work to their potential. Here…
Dale Carnegie Digest: Top 5 Blog Posts of 2019
Thank you for making Dale Carnegie Training part of your self-improvement journey! In 2019 we published over fifty articles on public speaking, leadership, and soft skills, and the following five were the most popular amongst our readers. Stay tuned for 2020 and a whole new set of content that will help you to achieve your…
Building a Company Culture That Attracts and Retains Millennials and Generation Z
When considering a company culture that will attract Millennials and Generation Z, what comes to mind? Many will imagine an office full of ping pong tables and arcade machines, with motivational quotes painted large across the walls and coffee tables instead of desks. These visible, aesthetic qualities of company culture are easy to focus on,…
[Infographic] The Importance of Employee Engagement
Creating an atmosphere where employees feel engaged in their work can be tough. Everyone has different motivations, likes and dislikes, and expectations of themselves and their overall lives, so creating a workplace that caters to all of these needs can sometimes feel impossible. The challenge is so great for some that they simply choose to…
Three Contributing Factors to the Most Successful Companies
Last week, Fortune released this year’s list of the Most Admired Companies. Consistent with past rankings, Fortune evaluated 1,500 candidate organizations: the 1,000 largest U.S. companies ranked by revenue, along with non-U.S. companies in Fortune’s Global 500 database that have revenues of $10 billion or more. The full roster includes 50 companies, from tech giants like Apple in 1st place to iconic…
Four Reasons to Garner Gratitude in the Workplace
Most American employees have become accustomed to an automatic reply of, “thanks.” Unfortunately, such simple statements don’t bear much weight. In fact, only four percent of workers find these generic expressions of recognition memorable according to Globoforce. To truly demonstrate gratitude, words and actions must be deliberate and specific. Here are four reasons why Dale Carnegie’s 2ndHuman…