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Your work or a life: a painful choice no one should have to make

Feeling stressed? In the United States, recent polls found that 70 percent of American workers consider their workplace a significant source of stress, whereas 51 percent report job stress reduces their productivity. (via PsychCentral) Do we have to choose? A while back, I read this article in the New York Times by Anne-Marie Slaughter about […]

Filed Under: Blog, Caring for yourself Tagged With: employee wellness, Stress, work life balance 54 Comments

5 Tips To Foster a Positive Work Environment for Nonprofits

Guest post, thanks to Tim Badolato We all want a positive work environment. One of the biggest benefits of working at a nonprofit is knowing you’re making a difference. From your fundraising team to your board members, everyone who’s a part of your organization has a hand in supporting your mission. Your employees may feel […]

Filed Under: Blog, Caring for yourself Tagged With: employee retention, employee wellness Leave a Comment

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