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Have you ever noticed how some teams just seem to click? They work together seamlessly, bouncing ideas off each other, and achieving great results. This is the power of collaboration at work. Collaboration is the act of working together towards a common goal. When done correctly, it can lead to increased efficiency, improved problem-solving, and increased job satisfaction.  So how do you make sure your team is collaborating effectively? First, make sure everyone is on the same page. Clearly define the goal, expectations, and roles of each team member. This will help ensure that everyone is working towards the same objective. Next, encourage open and honest communication. Create a safe space where team members feel comfortable sharing their ideas and opinions. This can lead to better problem-solving and more creative solutions. It’s also important to foster a positive and supportive work environment. Encourage team members to help each other out and recognize each other’s strengths....

I recall the day vividly, I was feeling confident about a new project at work, armed with a to-do list, reminders, and a solid plan. But then the unexpected began to happen - emails flooded my inbox, phone calls kept coming, and new tasks kept appearing. Time, the thief of productivity, had struck, and I found myself playing catch-up all day. But I knew I couldn't let time continue to control my life. I needed to take action to regain control and reduce stress. So, I got to work and started by prioritizing my tasks. I set boundaries for my workday and made a conscious effort to avoid distractions like checking my phone or emails outside of designated times. To keep myself accountable, I turned to a time-tracking app to see how I was spending my time and to make necessary adjustments. The changes were small, but they made a big impact. I was able to complete tasks more efficiently and no longer felt like I was playing catch-up all day. I also felt less stressed and was able to enjoy...

Horrible workers that avoid requests, and ignore emails and tasks can last years in work without being fired, while great workers that try to complete all tasks and help everyone are being fired. That’s a great lesson for workers, (Employees or managers).  There are 2 kinds of tasks employees are being asked to do. The first kind are the important tasks you are hired to do or what satisfy the ranks above. The second kind is also tasks you are being asked to do like reporting or things that are needed in the process, but the ranks above don’t care about them, are not aware of them, and, in general, anyone can do them.  While this is just a dull outline, the important thing is to identify what are the "undone tasks" that won’t harm your position . Then don’t do them or do them with less attention and make more of what is really valued.

I took a cab. The driver listened to the news. A news reporter described wide layoffs in hi-tech companies. She mentioned it will affect as well people who are not techies but work in the hi-tech industry like marketers, cleaners, or even food companies. First of all, yes. Ok. There are layoffs. But she didn’t mention how companies fire some workers (by skills or departments) and at the same time hire other workers for different departments or needed skills.  Is it because fear of layoffs and hating "hi-tech-people” sell news, while reality doesn’t sell news? The driver was quiet, the news buzzed around while he was concentrating on driving or something else that kept him thinking. I wrote those words in the meantime.

Our entire branch just had a huge meeting with the owner. The owner spoke about the difficult year and the layoffs in the branch. The strategy. The careful steps that are being taken and future deals that are being discussed. In the end, as always there was time for questions. People asked about the strategy and the deals. Suddenly, almost at the end, one engineer asked if there will be raises this year. The owner gave a good answer about balance and preventing more layoffs.  What a guy. Simply asks the owner about raises after layoffs. Impressive. Maybe he didn’t think its through, but just for that he felt it was ok to ask about raises.  I'm really happy about this branch.  Such a good culture and vibe.

Someone at work thought it might be cool to make a podcast. The guy is a techie so pretty fast I got recommendations for equipment. Super expensive microphones and stands, computers, and software. I asked on Reddit for some suggestions. And I was told if I wish to interview people from a distance so I can get a good USB microphone and use ‘something-like-zoom’ that keeps on the high-quality voice recording. Those are the 2 websites I got: www.riverside.fm www.zencastr.com Thank you people on the internet.

Yesterday I came into the building. The guard carefully unpacked a package and lay out four small packaged perfumes on his small counter.  “Oh nice,” I said.  He was smiling, satisfied with his new collection. He said he has about 70 perfumes. The four he just got didn’t look cheap at all. Shiny boxes with beautiful bottles. An expensive collection. I told him what I used and he found it amusing. His taste probably found it simple. I thought that it is always good to learn what people enjoy. And that perfume is a good idea for a gift even for colleagues.

Pay attention to stress at work if management pushes for more productivity. If your boss makes you feel uncomfortable. If some persons are negative or toxic. If the environment is stressful, it will affect you. For some people, it is just inconvenient, for others, it might hurt health.  First of all, Be active and own the territory. You are not stuck with them, they are stuck with you . It's a mindset of kong fu fighters. During the day, try to relax in "safe places" like the cafeteria for launch, coffee breaks, or take breathing-time outside (like smokers). You can stand up for yourself even if you don't feel comfortable with confrontation. Ignoring, complaining annonimesly, answering back, or pinpointing mistakes can be made nicely while stating that others can be careful how they behave.  And if you really suffer at work, do a favor and find a different job.   Work consists stress because there are tasks and rules, but usually, people won't suffer from it so ...

Getting the first job is a challenge. Not because you’re a newbie or inexperienced. Many places wish to fill junior positions. Confidence . Much of it is about confidence. Showing that you are serious and eager to work hard and learn. Resume (with a short paragraph as a cover letter). Have a one-page cv. With your contact details. The job title you seek, a short paragraph (3 lines) about what you contribute and what you wish to do at work. Watch this video and follow his instructions: Send your cv. Send as much as you can. Some websites perform better in some fields. Sometimes recruiters offer better positions. Send the CV file for positions with the job titles you seek. Send as well to job titles in workplaces you desire to work in. Let HR do the thinking if whether it is relevant or not. Put your mind on sending. Be active. And send as much as possible. First impression. Come a bit early. Dress up nicely. Be positive. If they offer you something to drink, say, "Yes, thank you.” ...

Some people miss emails. By mistake or because they are super occupied and overloaded.  If you're in a rush, It is a good practice not to depend solely on email. Go and talk, send a text message, or use the ultimate way to grab someone's attention - pick up a phone and call.  If someone didn't get what you mean by email, so call. If you wish to make sure everything goes well, so call. If you wish to resolve something quickly, so call. Don't send emails and wait for them to answer. Use the phone in its traditional use. Speak. 🤙

An interview depends on the identity of the interviewer.  While HR wish to see if you are reliable, the direct manager will put more emphsis on skills and the owner will tend to make a basic calculation of invest and return - will you justify your paycheck. That is way you should show that: 1. You are a reliable person. 2. You are  skilled. 3. You are worth it.  What's your story. The most important is to have a story. If you where fired or left a job - you have to give a good story.  A positive and reliable story.  No blames.  No conflicts.  A story that will show once again that your are a good person to work with and you will fit in any position for long term.  While you have to say the truth, you don't have to say the entire truth. What's your experience. You should learn how to describe your experience in the best way. Short and to the main points.

So me workers, even bosses, feel they have to do everything themselves. It is excellent to know how to do the job. But it takes time and in general, it is a bad habit.  A good worker will create a team around him.  A good worker will know how and what to explain so others can complete tasks.  Know how to do everything by yourself But – Don’t try to do everything by yourself.   Explain to colleagues and freelancers, use your time wisely and  multiply your deliveries with the help of others.

  Being able to be fast is great. Most people move slowly. Waiting. taking their time. What makes people move slowly? Laziness, fear, carelessness. I guess. Fast people don’t wait.   They will move quickly even while knowing the process will get stuck at some point. Experienced fast-people will know how to push the right spots in order to make slow people move fast, without making the slow people angry at them, specifically Don’t overthink.  Too much power is being wasted on “making sure”. Mistakes happen also for slow people. Hire fast, try fast, buy fast, sell fast.  No rush. No hurry. Just being quick. 

 We've just finished a mentoring session at work (The mentoring was mandatory). An experienced businessman tried to coach by asking great questions but failed to make people share real challenges. Everyone agreed there is a lot to improve but no one volunteered to bring up anything they or their boss are in charge of.  So eventually everyone just nodded, kept quiet, and promised themselves to take revenge on the one who made them sit fully aware in case someone might focus on their mistakes .  I love mentoring. People pay for mentoring. But at work mentoring can't work. You can coach, you can teach methods, but you cannot mentor. A group of people at work won't share what is needed for mentoring - unless they really trust each other and share the same interests. Maybe. Mentoring is great for one on one. For a group - bring a coach or send us to a nice brunch at a cafe.

Wiking illuminates “Hygge” through 14 chapters:  Light (fire, candles, etc). Talking About Hygge.  Togetherness. Food and Drink. Clothing. Home. Hygge Outside the Home. Hygge All Year Round. Hygge on the Cheap. Hygge Tour of Copenhagen. Christmas. Summer Hygge. Five Dimensions of Hygge and finally. Hygge and Happiness. The Danish word "Hygge" is difficult to pronounce and cannot be translated, but can be felt while reading a fascinating book Curled up on the couch, in a meeting with a good friend in a favorite cafe, the smell of fresh bread baked in the oven and the by soft light of lit candles. Hygge is an atmosphere, it is an experience, it is the feeling of the familiar and the warm, which inspires confidence and contentment. Buy the book on Amazon > Hygge is an atmosphere, it is an experience, it is the feeling of the familiar and the warm, which inspires confidence and contentment. Is it possible to reach a Hygge experience even outside the borders of Scandinavia. Foc...

In "Lykke - Secrets of the World's Happiest People", Mike Wiking, a happiness researcher, explains why Denmark is ranked almost every year (since the beginning of the ranking, in 2012) in the first place in the UN World Happiness Report, except for one year in which it 'slipped' to third place. Between happiness and money, to antidepressants, and also to the ability to happily pay insane taxes. The happiest people in the world, according to studies, are the Danish people. The Danish enjoy 52 weeks of maternity leave, free university studies, and a monthly student grant, Free welfare services, and more. We certainly have a lot to learn from these wonderful people, who are focused on public and personal well-being and environmental care. "Lykke - Secrets of the World's Happiest People" written by Mike Wiking who holds the coveted role of a happiness researcher. The book opens to get acquainted with the culture of these wonderful people. In an excerpt ...