by Doris Helge, Ph.D.
When the fish in a stream are dying, biologists don’t attempt to solve the problem by yanking the fish out of the stream, throwing them into a clean fish tank for an hour a day, and then pitching them back into their original ecosystem for the rest of the day.
Instead, [...]

By Sheila Hawkins
 
Last month we looked at ways to use procrastination to our advantage.  Now we’re going to look at the opposite end of the spectrum; the destructive side of procrastination.
 
We all procrastinate from time to time for some reason or another and it’s usually with the small things we don’t want to do, but [...]

by Doris Helge, Ph.D.
“Happiness at work” isn’t the name of a fairy tale. It’s a reality for many employees, managers, and entrepreneurs — people just like you. You’ve probably heard that Google employees can wear their pajamas to work and be rewarded with excellent pay, exotic job training, 5 star restaurants, [...]

by Doris Helge, Ph.D.
You can quickly reduce stress without waiting for a weekend, vacation, or massage. You’ll feel empowered when you take action to meet your needs, and that automatically elevates your happiness at work. A few of the easy strategies described below require planning ahead so you have materials on hand. However, each tip [...]

by Doris Helge, Ph.D.
Is there a jerk where you work? Have you ever worked with an honors graduate from Bully Bootcamp who intimidated, threatened, humiliated, or dominated other people?
SHOULD YOU BEWARE OF THE BIG BAD BULLY?
Yes . . . and no. Although it’s true you need to protect yourself from potential negative actions, the [...]

by Doris Helge, Ph.D.
HOW TO DECREASE EMPLOYEE RETENTION & PRODUCTIVITY PROBLEMS
The next time you hear managers complain they can’t recruit or retain good workers, tell them to hire people with disabilities. When supervisors moan about employee absenteeism, low productivity, or lack of creativity, ask them, “Do you hire people with disabilities?”
From entry level to professional [...]

Discover a proven, low-cost way to resolve employee retention and absenteeism challenges. This Joy On The Job Technique is actually “no cost” because the small investment is immediately overwhelmed by increased productivity and profits.
Guest Heather Renhard, massage therapist, describes an easy, enjoyable way companies can boost employee morale and loyalty while reducing injuries, disabilities, and worker’s [...]

Joy on the job is much easier to create than you may think. This show shares surprising insights about what workers need in order to become productive and loyal. Whether you’re an employee, entrepreneur, or manager, you’ll discover the power of simple, no-cost approaches.
Love at Work? Listen in. Guest Rebecca White is now host of [...]

By Doris Helge, Ph.D., “Joy on the Job Coach”
If you’re contagious, how will it serve anyone for you to share your illness? Can you stay at home today and span the gap with the Internet or a cell phone?
If you feel compelled to drag yourself to the office when you’re feverish and sniffling, take [...]

by Doris Helge, Ph.D.
Negotiation and persuasion skills are essential to your happiness at work. Michelle Ulrich, Founder of The Virtual Nation, has arranged an opportunity to help you gain more joy on the job by boosting your negotiation and persuasion skills.
Discover an easy solution to the #1 reason most people don’t feel 100 percent comfortable [...]