Nature has an undeniable benefit to both our mental health and our performance. How can we make the most of the benefits provided by nature?

They say laughter is a short vacation, and could we not all use some quick vacations, several times a day? The benefits of humour are extensive as it can impact culture, help mitigate stress and difficult situations.

Continuing education incentives are not new, however, the way the program is created and implemented can change your desired outcomes.

Investing in your people and culture can seem like something to be done when business is doing well, however, it is often what helps your business thrive.

Have you ever stopped and wondered how this lasting pandemic will shape the class of talent entering into the workplace? What opportunities and setbacks are involved? How can companies prepare for this “war” and what perks and benefits should they consider offering? Listen in on the conversation with Dr. Lisa Belanger and Randy Tarnowski, Senior Researcher at Handshake, to gain insight into what can be expected as we enter this war on talent.

Have you ever thought about how time can impact your happiness? In our bonus episode, Dr. Lisa Belanger discusses the parallel between time and happiness with subject matter expert and researcher, Dr. Ashley Whillans.

How do you stay motivated? How can leaders help to motivate their teams? What are the intrinsic needs we must satisfy to keep motivated? Listen to find out more.

Diversity and inclusion is not a linear decision to your workforce. It is also not about hitting certain labour force metrics. Employees are craving workplaces that are diverse and inclusive. So how can leaders help to charter that path and how does it impact your bottom line?

Have you ever wondered what the perfect amount of vacation time is? Two-weeks seems like the standard in North America, but what is the optimal time you truly need to recharge and reset? Listen in to find out the science behind vacations.

Could we move to a 4-day workweek and still be as productive as your traditional Monday-Friday? In this episode we look at the history of how the 40hr workweek came to be and examine real case studies where employers trialed a 4-day workweek. Listen in to hear their findings.

Listen in as we get the expert opinion from the founding researcher on Burnout; Dr. Christina Maslach. She has focused most of her life's work on this occupational phenomenon. Did you know Burnout was added to the 11th revision of the International Classification of Diseases? Tune in to find out more.

In a pandemic world, how much are people still contributing to charities? In a post-pandemic world, how will philanthropy be impacted? What does the future look like for giving?

Episode 6 will explore the blurred lines between our professional and personal lives. Is it a continual sacrifice without any balanced resolution? Or can you really have it all? Tune in, as we talk with experts to find out.

Do you struggle to find the time to take a break in your workday? Even though they are mandated by law, we don’t always seem to be taking them. Is it difficult to find motivation after lunch? Our brains function optimally when we take an effective break. But how? Click here to find out more.

We know ergonomics is an important part of our office set-up, this well ensure our bodies continue to function without pain and strain. But what other factors are at play in our overall productivity? Did you know temperature has an effect on our output? Listen in to find out more.

We all want to stay ahead of the curve and prepare for the dynamic landscape that the future of work brings. So what are the skills we should be developing? Check out the episode page for show notes, transcripts and more!

Are you considering an MBA for your career? Join us to explore the MBA and answer the questions of what value it brings, its benefits, and uncover whether getting an MBA in today’s workforce matters. Check out the episode page to see full show notes, resources, and more!

This episode will explore the research behind meeting productivity and whether meetings can ultimately help or hinder our bottom line. Click on the episode page to discover show notes, resources and more!

Optimizing work design for the 21st century.