Several tech companies had undertaken a hiring spree during the Covid-19 pandemic. However, with the pandemic’s continued impact on the economy, these same companies are now being forced to make tough decisions about their workforce, resulting in layoffs. While layoffs can be an extremely painful and difficult process (for both the employer and the employee), it is important that these …
CEO Akhil Gupta of Sine.com, one of the biggest job application portals said, “Return to office will affect employee retention negatively, but not known to what extent”. Better work-life balance is an issue that is becoming more and more relevant, especially in light of the fact that burnout is now acknowledged as an “occupational phenomena” that directly result from our …
The US’s Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), in its February 2022 data, has suggested an increase in workplace romance due to the hunkering of employees down a home. Surprisingly, what is considered a taboo has been openly accepted in the workplace. You would be surprised to know that 75% of those who participated in the SHRM study said they …
In the current era where online dating and swiping right are the status quo of romance, can we leave behind the acts of flirting at the workplace be it in person or virtually over a zoom meeting? Although the consensual office romance has been stigmatized, it’s been existing in the corporate world for decades. Going by theory, Horan and Chory …
Over the years, psychologists have highlighted the urge to feel connected to others as a basic human need. It has been established that interpersonal interactions have a substantial impact on our mental health, behaviour, physical health, and mortality risk. Likewise, the calibre of the social ties within an organisation greatly influences whether or not it and its employees succeed. It …
To love or not to love? Is a question that arises in the minds of employees when they find someone ‘special’, especially when it’s someone in their office. ‘Will I be forced to resign, if my relationship gets serious’ ‘What will my boss think?’ ‘Will my colleagues belittle me?’ Are thoughts that would strike many employees in relationships. Irrespective of …
As individuals start their professional careers, the workplace or office becomes an area where they begin to spend a lot of their time. Most individuals spend an average of about 8 to 9 hours of their day at their respective workplaces. During this period, their co-workers are the people they end up spending most of their time with. Although professional …
Positive thinking has been shown to have numerous benefits in both personal and professional settings. It can help improve decision making, increase motivation and productivity, and even boost physical health. In the business world, positive thinking can be especially powerful, as it can help you overcome challenges and achieve your goals.
Set boundaries and stick to them.
Set clear priorities and accept that priorities change.
Delegate and outsource tasks.
Make time for hobbies and personal interests.
INTRODUCTION: Moonlighting is nothing but doing one or more jobs besides the regular job. As work from home (WFH) concept got increased, escalated and extended during the pandemic, employees took it (moonlighting) as an extra source of earning and also for pursuing their passionate jobs. Some say it’s simply risking one’s career by deciding on making more money by working …
