Effective onboarding and offboarding processes are crucial for fostering a sense of belonging and ensuring employee success throughout their tenure. Companies often miss the mark, with many new hires feeling unprepared and unsupported, leading to disengagement and turnover. By prioritizing psychological safety, early inclusion, and […]
Many people look forward to that moment when they can sit back, relax, and enjoy the spoils earned from a lifetime of work. And, the transition from working life to retirement can lead to cognitive decline and even depression, due to diminished activity, routine, and […]
In this latest post for her Psychology Today blog, AVP Allison McWilliams (’95) explains why strong networks provide opportunities for professional advancement, feedback, and social support. She offers up four steps to build and diversify your network. “It can be tempting to fill these […]
The start of a new year is the perfect time to emphasize the importance of investing in people and relationships. We hope that you’ll join us in celebrating National Mentoring Month along with the WFU Mentoring Resource Center throughout January 2025 – a time to recommit […]
When we think about what it means to be productive, oftentimes our minds go straight to working hard, producing outcomes, and pushing through to get things done. Research shows us that being “always-on” has its drawbacks, ultimately resulting in higher rates of burnout and lower […]
We often assume that resting means not doing anything, when in reality, it is an active process that requires intentional work and practice. Learning how to rest well is an invaluable skill, and mastering the art of “deep work” and “deliberate rest” in our daily […]
Now more than ever before, employees are expecting their employers to prioritize and support their personal and professional well-being. In this article from Forbes, learn more about how mentoring relationships in the workplace contribute to positive outcomes for working professionals, including improved well-being, support […]
There are now five generations present in the workplace, including traditionalists, baby boomers, Gen X, millennials, and Gen Z. This presents both positives (such as learning from one another and mentoring opportunities) and challenges (such as communication styles and work expectations). Whether you are managing […]
With many companies offering remote and hybrid work opportunities post-pandemic, it can be difficult to build relationships with your colleagues. Particularly for recent college grads who are entering into new organizations and trying to form connections, how should you go about building social capital? In […]
Do you want to be more successful, earn more, and possibly make the world a better place at the same time? You may be able to do all of that by exploiting the power of weak ties–not the people you know well, but people who […]