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The CDC says that 36% of U.S. adults did not engage in any leisure-time physical activity in 2008. Urging regular exercise is nothing new given America’s hefty overweight and obesity statistics. But even lean, inactive men and women are at higher risk of death and disease. The emphasis should not necessarily be on obesity, but … Continue Reading »

Many people find it hard to get motivated to work after a weekend or extended holiday due to the “Monday blues”. This phenomenon is especially relevant this time of year when workers take random vacation time and every spare moment is filled with holiday preparations. People are stretched in every conceivable direction and can be … Continue Reading »

Looking for a no-cost employee pick-me up? Proponents say this perk increases worker cohesion, lowers stress, and that there are few downsides. Dog-friendly workplaces, where well-behaved pets are welcomed to join their owners in the daily grind, are found all over the country.
The majority of companies that allow dogs are small start-up companies that realize … Continue Reading »

Tis’ the season for holiday cookies and candies, rich foods, and festive drinks. All of which add up to a higher than normal caloric intake.

To help keep waistlines trim and in check, low-fat and low-calorie options around the office are a must. Nuts, fruits, and juices are healthy right? Healthier, yes, but salt, fat, sugar, … Continue Reading »

It has been a tough year. I suspect that very few folks would argue with that statement. The U.S. and world economy has taken a beating and are still trying to get up off the floor. More importantly businesses and employees, current and former, have been through the wringer as they try to adjust to … Continue Reading »

Despite an increase in smoking cession programs and statewide bans against the cancer causing habit, there has been almost no change, and maybe even a slight increase, in smoking today.

According to a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 20.6% of Americans were smoking in 2008, which is just a shade … Continue Reading »

People who have to accommodate others who become ill from odor nuisance often assume that they are imagining their illness. Research has indicated that this is not the case. These people detect some smells more rapidly and process the information more deeply in the brain.
The subconscious mind associates odor with experiences and uses odors as … Continue Reading »

According to a survey by the Association of Executive Search Consultants, work/life balance has declined over the past five years. More than half of executives surveyed said that they had not achieved satisfactory work/life balance and that devices such as the BlackBerry and mobile phones had negatively impacted their personal time. Many would consider taking … Continue Reading »

American workers take fewer and shorter vacations than workers just about anywhere else. All this while working 100 hours per year more than the Japanese, and three months a year more than Europeans. This last summer only 49% of U.S. residents said they planned to take time away of any length.
According to John de … Continue Reading »

Employers often miss the signs of anger that may lead to infighting among employees or even workplace violence. Employees may not express their anger to supervisors and the anger they do show outwardly might be just the “tip of the iceberg,” while much stronger feelings are buried deeper.
Watch for incidents where an employee belittles another’s … Continue Reading »