The corporate landscape is shifting its focus from profits to people. Modern leaders are recognizing that, in taking care of their workers, they secure the success of their business. People perform better when they're well-rested, healthy, happy, and safe. But how can an employer develop the kind of work environment that helps people feel their best? What can a leader do to facilitate that kind…
Does the phrase "workplace accountability" make you flinch? Don't worry, you're not alone. In fact, it's becoming increasingly common for employees to report a lack of accountability at work. According to the Harvard Business Review, over 80 percent of managers admit they have little to no way to hold others accountable. They also report that a mere 14 percent of employees feel their performance is…
Take a moment to think of the best leader and manager you've ever worked for. What was it about them you liked so much? Their cool head in the face of stress, maybe, or their approachability? Maybe they did something above and beyond for you when you needed extra support. Whatever it was, it left a mark on your that remains to this day. Whatever…
What do we expect from our leaders? Or really, what habits and traits do we associate with good leadership? Do we just expect them to be better at their job than others? Or do we expect them to do their job while making everyone else around them better? Leaders need to inspire, motivate, and communicate clearly. They have to talk the talk and walk the…
Have you ever felt so stressed about something that it was all you could think about? Stress gives us tunnel vision. When we're stressed, it's hard to focus on anything but what's causing our stress. Bills, trouble with loved ones, difficulties at work all can quickly overwhelm us and make our hard lives even harder. The effects of stress can wear down our bodies and…
If you’ve ever been in a long-term relationship, you know those first few months can be magical. When riding high on feelings of love and infatuation, your partner can seem to do no wrong. You may have started to make positive changes yourself, like quitting smoking or getting in shape, to further impress them. Life was pretty exciting! But as relationships mature, that puppy love…
Clinical depression is one of the most common mental disorders in the United States. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 6.7% of American adults--over 16 million people--suffered from at least one major depressive episode in 2016. The good news is that depression is treatable, usually with a mix of talk therapy and medication. Sadly, depression is also episodic and recurrent, meaning that people…
Has anyone ever told you that you worry too much? Or, maybe you already know you’re a chronic worrywart but can’t seem to figure out how to stop worrying and start living. In fact, reading this might even be causing you some worry, so try out the Fabulous app to keep your mind clear while giving this a read. If that’s true, take a deep…
The Alchemist is a bestselling novel written by Paulo Coelho and published in 1988. Since then, it’s been translated into languages all over the world and adapted to film, theatre, and music. One of the most popular and most highly recommended novels of all time, it seems almost silly introducing it. However, while it is a novel, The Alchemist can often read more like a…
Have you ever felt so stressed about something that it was all you could think about? Stress gives us tunnel vision. When we're stressed, it's hard to focus on anything but what's causing our stress. Bills, trouble with loved ones, difficulties at work all can quickly overwhelm us and make our hard lives even harder. The effects of stress can wear down our bodies and…
