365 Ways to Stop Being An Idiot! The Holiday Edition
Here’s how you can stop being an “idiot” during the holidays.
Posts Tagged: Holidays
Avoiding Holiday Hassles at Work – What Employees Are Saying
We had an amazing response, over 2800 people replied, and over 900 shared individual stories of their worst experiences at work during the holidays – which seems to confirm the intense energy around the issue of workplace holiday celebrations.
25 Holiday Gift Ideas Perfect for Your Government Colleagues
It’s that most wonderful time of the year when you think about holiday gifts that will make your favorite coworkers feel appreciated—and then draw a complete blank on the perfect gift to give them.
What Employees Don’t Like About the Holidays
One thing I have observed (and learned through personal experience) is that a key component for having a relatively successful holiday celebration is to (ahead of time, and repeatedly) communicate clearly to staff about what they should expect (and not expect, if this year is different from prior years). Unmet expectations are the source of… Read more »
Top 10 Impressive Government Successes of 2016
As another year comes to an end, it’s time to celebrate the top successes achieved by U.S. government agencies in 2016.
Seasonal Affective Disorder and the Workplace
For many, the end of the year holiday season is a great time for celebration, delicious food and family gatherings. But for others it’s a time wrought with stress, worry, anger and sadness.
22 Holiday Gift Ideas Your Government Colleagues Will Love
It’s that most wonderful time of the year when you think about holiday gifts that will make your favorite coworkers feel appreciated—and then draw a complete blank on the perfect gift to give them. Giving gifts to government colleagues isn’t as straightforward as what to buy Aunt Mabel (a scarf). At the federal level, strict rules govern giftsRead… Read more »
9 Ways to Make the Most of Your Summer Fridays
If you have Summer Fridays on your calendar, what can you do to make the most of these special days?
Holiday Stress and Work-Life Balance: A Survival Guide
Workplace strategies for surviving – and thriving despite – holiday stress begin long before the first gift is wrapped or the first candle is lit. Here’s how.
12 Most Impressive Government Successes of 2015
As another year comes to an end, it’s time to celebrate the top successes achieved by U.S. government agencies in 2015. Agencies have exceeded goals, supported civil rights, created new opportunities for individuals, protected people’s wellness, and broadened our view of the universe. Rather than dwell on downers or let politics foul the mood, let’s… Read more »