There are some human needs that are universal in nature – they surpass culture, age, gender. One of these needs is the need for certainty. This translates into safety, security, and survival – things which transcend time. This need for certainty has a rival of sorts – our need for uncertainty. Of course, as the drama of the two unfolds in life, it includes our time at work. Tune in to learn more.    Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ ..read more

In theory, taking breaks is supposed to be part of a normal work experience. Unfortunately, too many things have contributed to the near disappearance of breaks. While this may seem inconsequential, nothing could be further from the truth. The effects may surprise you.P Tune in to learn more.    Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ  ..read more

Burnout continues to be a topic of conversation because it continues to be a problem. This very podcast has addressed burnout in the past. Today, it’s time to recognize the manager’s role in burnout, which is relevant at every stage of the state of burnout. This episode does just that. Tune in to learn more and to get your own FREE copy of Dr. Grajdek’s Burnout Information Handout For Managers.    FREE copy of Dr. Grajdek’s Burnout Information Handout For Managers  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TjSDbrDfDSrLS-lPj1L40s45-LHCwCg2/view?usp=sharing  Check out Stress-Free ..read more

The importance of friendships is nothing new to us. Neither are the many benefits associated with having friends. However, what some people don’t realize is that friendships can be just as important at work. Workplace friendships can come with many benefits to employees and employers alike. As is the case with so many things at the workplace, work friendships can be complex and should be understood for their benefits as well as potential pitfalls. Tune in to learn more.    Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ  ..read more

In a world filled with rapid and sometimes radical changes, the workplace is also subject to transformation.  As we seek work-life balance and look for meaning and satisfaction from our jobs, more autonomy at work is often on the wish list for many employees. Having more autonomy is not a given nor does it happen without good reason. However, it is achievable – if you understand how to approach this goal at the workplace. Tune in to learn more.    Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ  ..read more

Conflict is part of life – that includes the workplace. When the inevitable happens, dealing with conflict in the right way can make a world of difference for everyone involved. There are some best practices that everyone can add to their conflict resolution repertoire for better results. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ ..read more

Our need for certainty is part of the human experience. This is no different when it comes to the workplace. However, the reality of life brings with it plenty of situations that are mostly or even entirely beyond our control. While our efforts may be in vain in some situations, there are times when we can influence our environment and our experiences, thus affecting the levels of certainty. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ ..read more

A toxic work environment comes with many negative effects for both individual employees and for the organization. Identifying a toxic work environment is the first step to dealing with it. What you do from there can make all the difference in what results you get. There are some guidelines that can help. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ ..read more

A toxic work environment comes with many negative effects for both individual employees and for the organization. While it may seem like identifying toxic environments is easy, some characteristics of a toxic work environment are less obvious – especially if you’re the one deep in it, day after day. There are some guidelines that can get you started. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ ..read more

Being able to enjoy more flexibility at work isn’t free. It calls for increased responsibility, and collaboration between management and employees. Tune in to learn more. Check out Stress-Free With Dr G on YouTube https://youtube.com/channel/UCxHq0osRest0BqQQRXfdjiQ ..read more