People
Why welcoming workplaces are closely linked to biophilic design
Neuroscience research into the design of hotel lobbies has a lot to tell us about creating a more hospitable workplace where people are happy to spend their time
Work-life boundary: global policies set clear guidelines for hybrid work
As ubiquitous technology and flexible work promote an always-on work culture, governments around the world are taking a stand through the introduction of the right to disconnect
Why offering sabbatical leave can help to retain top managers
Burned out, bottle-necked or just plain bored? Taking a sabbatical could be a route to escape. A new study suggests that firms offering sabbatical leave fare better in recruiting and retaining talent
Research suggests having a ‘home base’ at work is good for us
Do we really need a territory in the office that we can call our own? A new study reinforces the well-established idea that individuals and teams both benefit from having a home base
Work interrupted: why not all distractions are bad for us
Creating work zones that actively encourage face-to-face interruptions could be a positive experience for employees, according to a new German research study which looked at the impact on exhaustion
Workplace happiness: how to build connections that matter
From purposeful work to cultivating meaningful relationships in the workplace, a new book explores how to create work environments that promote happiness and reduce loneliness
The United State of Work: nobody is immune from turbulence
Differences are narrowing as the global workforce faces up to common challenges, says author Julia Hobsbawm. But in creating a uniform agenda, are we in danger of encouraging groupthink?
Japanese survey reveals motivated workers’ new expectations of the workplace
A study of 2,000 Tokyo employees reveals that stress levels, self-improvement and expectations of the office vary, based on whether they feel they are contributing to their company and society, and whether they aspire to do so in the future
