Emojies for productivity

emojies

This sounds strange. Emojies are usually just the opposite of productive. They are cute and funny and childish. Yet I will claim that in their own very strange way, emojis can be very productive. A short history of emojis Originally meaning pictograph, the word emoji comes from Japanese e (絵, ‘picture’) + moji (文字, ‘character’); the resemblance to the English words emotion and emoticon is purely coincidental. In …

Toxic workplaces

Not all workplaces are the same. Some places are exciting, motivating and supporting –  a home and a family with an exit potential. Other places are tedious and stressful with deranged and backstabbing employees. The difference can be as subtle as one toxic manager in a central position in a small startup. There are stories …

Why Work Culture Matters for a More Positive Work Environment

We live in a world where the workplace is no longer measured solely by performance metrics. Companies are now increasingly focusing on their work culture in order to foster a more positive work environment and create an engaged and productive workforce. This shift towards a more people-centric approach to the workplace is being driven by …

Self compassion will fuel your success

Quite often we push ourselves too hard. This increases the risks and reduces the joy. Possibly we can achieve better by showing ourselves more kindness. The self-compassionate approach is correlated with emotional stability and professional success. It enables us to deal with obsessions and cravings and focus on what really matters. More reading here, here, here, …

Effective Reading Interventions for Kids with Learning Disability

Parents of children with learning disabilities will often worry about how they can better help their child navigate their academic life. Thankfully, over the years, several excellent studies have been published to help both parents and educators understand the most effective reading interventions to aid students with learning disabilities. Find out some of the most …

Six Things You Must Never Say in a Job Interview

“We’re sorry but you weren’t selected” These words can bring down anyone’s confidence. After a job interview, your resume was not impressive and you did all the research. The question that lingers in your mind for hours after is “What could have gone wrong?” Rejection can also be caused by inexperience or low qualifications. It’s …