Download or read book Factors Contributing to Workplace Isolation in Remote Workers written by Yvette Ann Jones and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Remote work continues to emerge as an alternative work option. This quantitative correlational study aimed to identify perceptions of workplace isolation among remote workers and factors contributing to it, specifically focusing on supervisory support, communication satisfaction, and the time worked remotely. The researcher surveyed remote workers at least 18 years old and working in the U.S. or U.S territories about their perceptions of these variables. The study's results indicated significant relationships between workplace isolation and supervisory support and between workplace isolation and communication satisfaction. Workplace isolation decreases when supervisory support and communication satisfaction increase. However, the results showed no relationship between workplace isolation and time worked remotely. Identifying the relationships helps meet the needs of these workers.

Download or read book Impact of Teleworking and Remote Work on Business Productivity Retention Advancement and Bottom Line written by Chandan, Harish Chandra and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2024-04-26 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The surge in remote and hybrid work arrangements has sparked a paradigm shift in the employment ecosystem. While remote work offers employees the coveted flexibility and freedom from daily commutes, it also introduces challenges such as isolation, reduced visibility, and questions about productivity. Impact of Teleworking and Remote Work on Business: Productivity, Retention, Advancement, and Bottom Line delves into the multifaceted impact of teleworking on businesses, exploring how different organizations grapple with these challenges, drawing on the experiences of industry giants like Google and IBM. It carefully dissects the advantages and disadvantages of teleworking, addressing distractions, cybersecurity concerns, and the polarized nature of remote work across global and skill dimensions. The book presents an exploration of solutions tailored for diverse stakeholders. From strategies to enhance employee productivity and maintain confidentiality to fostering human connections and tackling the challenges faced by new hires, each chapter offers actionable insights. Employers, employees, and management teams will find guidance on creating a collaborative and innovative remote work culture, mitigating distractions, and striking a balance between work and personal life. The suggested topics span the gamut of remote work intricacies, from the relationship between remote work and job satisfaction to strategies for maintaining connections between managers and remote employees. With small, medium, and large companies, government agencies, and universities as the target audience, the book serves as a strategic guide for entities seeking to harness the potential of remote work while mitigating its challenges.

Download or read book Overcoming Workplace Loneliness written by Ada T. Cenkci and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2023-11-20 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rooted in real-world research and insights, this book envisions a world of work where all employees feel valued for their authentic selves and are able to experience the encouragement and comradery of office connection from the comfort of their homes.

Download or read book The Cambridge Handbook of Technology and Employee Behavior written by Richard N. Landers and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2019-02-14 with total page 1435 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Experts from across all industrial-organizational (IO) psychology describe how increasingly rapid technological change has affected the field. In each chapter, authors describe how this has altered the meaning of IO research within a particular subdomain and what steps must be taken to avoid IO research from becoming obsolete. This Handbook presents a forward-looking review of IO psychology's understanding of both workplace technology and how technology is used in IO research methods. Using interdisciplinary perspectives to further this understanding and serving as a focal text from which this research will grow, it tackles three main questions facing the field. First, how has technology affected IO psychological theory and practice to date? Second, given the current trends in both research and practice, could IO psychological theories be rendered obsolete? Third, what are the highest priorities for both research and practice to ensure IO psychology remains appropriately engaged with technology moving forward?

Download or read book From Isolation to Balance written by Sergio Rijo and published by SERGIO RIJO. This book was released on 2023-02-24 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you a remote worker struggling to maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life? Do you feel isolated or overwhelmed by the unique challenges of remote work? If so, then "Balance in a Remote World" is the perfect book for you! In this practical guide, you will learn effective strategies for achieving work-life balance as a remote worker. You will discover how to set boundaries, manage distractions, prioritize self-care, and stay connected with others, all while enjoying the benefits of remote work. Written by a seasoned remote worker and work-life balance expert, this book provides a comprehensive approach to achieving work-life balance. With real-life examples, practical tips, and helpful resources, "Balance in a Remote World" is a must-read for anyone looking to thrive as a remote worker. Don't let the challenges of remote work get in the way of your personal and professional success. Order your copy of "Balance in a Remote World" today and start achieving work-life balance in your remote work life!

Download or read book Flow at Work written by Clive Fullagar and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-03-16 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Flow can be defined as the experience of being fully engaged with the task at hand, unburdened by outside concerns or worries. Flow is an enjoyable state of effortless attention, complete absorption, and focussed energy. The pivotal role of flow in fostering good performance and high productivity led psychologists to study the features and outcomes of this experience in the workplace, in order to ascertain the impact of flow on individual and organizational well-being, and to identify strategies to increase the workers’ opportunities for flow in job tasks. This ground-breaking new collection is the first book to provide a comprehensive understanding of flow in the workplace that includes a contribution from the founding father of flow research, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi. On a conceptual level, this book clarifies the features and structure of flow experience; and provides research-based evidence of how flow can be measured in the workplace on an empirical level, as well as exploring how it impacts on motivation, productivity, and well-being. By virtue of its rigorous but also practical approach, the book represents a useful tool for both scientists and practitioners. The collection addresses a number of key issues, including: Core components of how the idea of flow differs from experience in the work context Organizational and task-related conditions fostering flow at work How flow can be measured in the workplace The organizational and personal implications of flow The relationship between task features and flow opportunities at work Featuring contributions from some of the most active researchers in the field, Flow at Work: Measurement and Implications is an important book in an emerging field of study. The concept of flow has enormous implications for organizations as well as the individual, and this volume will be of interest to all students and researchers in organizational/occupational psychology and positive psychology, as well as practitioners and consultants with an interest in employee motivation and well-being.

Download or read book Organizational Stress written by Cary L. Cooper and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2001-02-06 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To the individual whose health or happiness has been ravaged by an inability to cope with the effects of job-related stress, the costs involved are clear. But what price do organizations and nations pay for a poor fit between people and their work environments? Only recently has stress been seen as a contributory factor to the productivity and health costs of companies and countries but as studies of stress-related illnesses and deaths show, stress imposes a high cost on individual health and well-being as well as organizational productivity. This book examines stress in organizational contexts. The authors review the sources and outcomes of job-related stress, the methods used to assess levels and consequences of occupational stress, along with the strategies that might be used by individuals and organizations to confront stress and its associated problems. One chapter is devoted to examining an extreme form of occupational stress – burnout, which has been found to have severe consequences for individuals and their organizations. The book closes with a discussion of scenarios for jobs and work in the new millennium, and the potential sources of stress that these scenarios may generate The book is a comprehensive, thought-provoking resource for Ph.D. students, academics, and other professionals working to minimize or eliminate the sources of stress in the workplace.

Download or read book Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2020-05-14 with total page 317 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Social isolation and loneliness are serious yet underappreciated public health risks that affect a significant portion of the older adult population. Approximately one-quarter of community-dwelling Americans aged 65 and older are considered to be socially isolated, and a significant proportion of adults in the United States report feeling lonely. People who are 50 years of age or older are more likely to experience many of the risk factors that can cause or exacerbate social isolation or loneliness, such as living alone, the loss of family or friends, chronic illness, and sensory impairments. Over a life course, social isolation and loneliness may be episodic or chronic, depending upon an individual's circumstances and perceptions. A substantial body of evidence demonstrates that social isolation presents a major risk for premature mortality, comparable to other risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, or obesity. As older adults are particularly high-volume and high-frequency users of the health care system, there is an opportunity for health care professionals to identify, prevent, and mitigate the adverse health impacts of social isolation and loneliness in older adults. Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults summarizes the evidence base and explores how social isolation and loneliness affect health and quality of life in adults aged 50 and older, particularly among low income, underserved, and vulnerable populations. This report makes recommendations specifically for clinical settings of health care to identify those who suffer the resultant negative health impacts of social isolation and loneliness and target interventions to improve their social conditions. Social Isolation and Loneliness in Older Adults considers clinical tools and methodologies, better education and training for the health care workforce, and dissemination and implementation that will be important for translating research into practice, especially as the evidence base for effective interventions continues to flourish.

Download or read book Emerging Issues in Occupational Health Psychology written by Jose M. Leon Perez and published by Mdpi AG. This book was released on 2021-12-27 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book compiles the cutting-edge research published in the Special Issue "Emerging Issues in Occupational Health Psychology" (International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health). The articles included in this book use strong and innovative theoretical approaches to provide evidence regarding the importance of working characteristics and resources to promote healthier and more sustainable environments in which employees can be happy and productive.

Download or read book Connectable How Leaders Can Move Teams From Isolated to All In written by Ryan Jenkins and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2022-03-01 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER & FINANCIAL TIMES BOOK OF THE MONTH Connect your workforce, improve engagement, and drive productivity to undreamed-of levels Feelings of loneliness among employees are on the rise with 72% of global workers suffering from it. This sense of isolation is contributing to a real and growing mental health problem that affects both individuals and organizations. In Connectable, you’ll learn how tackling the issue of worker loneliness head on can transform an isolated workforce into one that’s happier, more engaged, and more productive. With more than a decade of experience spent helping companies lessen worker loneliness, Ryan Jenkins and Steven Van Cohen distill their methodology, showing you what’s causing today’s loneliness, the role inclusion plays in solving it, and how you can decrease loneliness and increase belonging, engagement, and performance with employees at every level―including yourself. You’ll learn how to: Identify lonely or burned out employees Build psychological safety within a team Create environments of belonging and inclusion Cultivate meaningful connections across team members (in person or remote) Build committed, driven, and high-performing organizations using the authors’ proprietary 4-step Less Loneliness FrameworkTM Jenkins and Van Cohen provide the perfect balance of science, statistics, stories, and strategies to help you move everyone on your team from isolated to all-in. Discover what ATMs, cocaine, Red Sox fans, and time travel have to do with moving teams from disconnected to connected. Connectable delivers the information, insights, and actionable strategies needed to awaken a renewed sense of connection throughout your organization.

Download or read book Working Remotely written by Teresa Douglas and published by Barrons Educational Services. This book was released on 2020-01-07 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The world is now your office! You can work from home, from a coffee shop, or even from the gym—but how do you keep on task and stay motivated when you’re alone. In Working Remotely, authors Mike, Holly, and Teresa discuss how to ward off toxic levels of loneliness, how to get what you need from colleagues spread across the world, and how to network and grow in your career when you are sitting in an office of one, plus many other topics that will help you survive and thrive as a remote worker. Mike, Holly, and Teresa use their different paths through Kaplan to help the remote worker figure out how to set up the right headspace for them. “Working Remotely paints a very real picture of what it's like to be a remote worker in an organisation... In contrast to most books on remote work which have been written with managers, business owners or freelancers in mind, Secrets of the Remote Workforce speaks directly to employees, guiding them through their day to day.” -Pilar Orti Director of Virtual not Distant “Working Remotely is a terrific map for helping employees who work remotely take charge of their own career. The authors have all survived and thrived as remote employees... While other resources focus on how to manage remote employees, this book highlights the power that employees have to drive success for themselves.” -Susan Cates, Strategic Advisor

Download or read book Hybrid Workplace The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review written by Harvard Business Review and published by Harvard Business Press. This book was released on 2022-03-15 with total page 85 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reinvent your organization for the hybrid age. Hybrid work is here to stay—but what will it look like at your company? If your organization is holding on to inflexible, pre-pandemic policies about where—and when—your people work, it may be risking a mass exodus of talent. Designing a hybrid workplace that furthers your business goals while staying true to your culture requires balancing experimentation with rigorous planning. Hybrid Workplace: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review will help you adopt the best technological, cultural, and new management practices to seize the benefits and avoid the pitfalls of the hybrid age. Business is changing. Will you adapt or be left behind? Get up to speed and deepen your understanding of the topics that are shaping your company's future with the Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review series. Featuring HBR's smartest thinking on fast-moving issues—blockchain, cybersecurity, AI, and more—each book provides the foundational introduction and practical case studies your organization needs to compete today and collects the best research, interviews, and analysis to get it ready for tomorrow. You can't afford to ignore how these issues will transform the landscape of business and society. The Insights You Need series will help you grasp these critical ideas—and prepare you and your company for the future.

Download or read book The Age of Remote Work Thriving in a Virtual Work Environment written by Shu Chen Hou and published by Shu chen Hou. This book was released on with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embrace the Future of Work: "The Age of Remote Work" - Your Ultimate Guide to Thriving in a Virtual Work Environment! Are you ready to step into a world where the boundaries of traditional office spaces dissolve, and the possibilities for career success are limitless? Welcome to "The Age of Remote Work," the game-changing book that will empower you to thrive in the dynamic realm of virtual work. Soar to New Heights with Remote Work: Gone are the days of long commutes and rigid office hours. With remote work, you have the freedom to design your work environment, set your schedule, and achieve peak productivity from the comfort of your own home or anywhere in the world. "The Age of Remote Work" is your ticket to break free from the shackles of the traditional workplace and embrace the future of work on your terms. Unlock the Secrets to Success: This groundbreaking book is your comprehensive guide to unlocking the secrets of remote work success. Whether you're a seasoned remote professional or just dipping your toes into the virtual waters, "The Age of Remote Work" offers valuable insights, practical strategies, and expert advice to propel you towards unparalleled success. Embrace the Advantages, Conquer the Challenges: Discover the untapped potential of remote work - skyrocket your productivity, achieve a harmonious work-life balance, and unleash the entrepreneur within you. But it's not all sunshine and rainbows. We'll tackle the challenges head-on and equip you with the tools to navigate time zones, overcome communication barriers, and excel in the virtual work environment. Forge Global Connections: In this interconnected world, borders are mere lines on the map. With "The Age of Remote Work," you'll embrace diversity, build a global network, and collaborate seamlessly with colleagues from across the globe. Navigating cultural differences and time zones will become a breeze, empowering you to become a true global professional. Design Your Dream Workspace: Your workspace should be an oasis of creativity and productivity. "The Age of Remote Work" guides you in designing an ergonomic and efficient home office that sparks innovation and fuels your passion for excellence. With the latest tools and technologies at your fingertips, you'll work smarter and accomplish more in less time. Lead with Impact: Become the visionary leader that inspires innovation, motivates your team, and fosters a culture of collaboration and camaraderie. In the virtual landscape, your leadership will shine through empathy and inclusivity, guiding your remote team to unparalleled success. Strike the Perfect Balance: Unlock the key to work-life balance in the virtual realm. Create boundaries, embrace self-care, and conquer burnout to lead a fulfilling life both inside and outside the virtual office. "The Age of Remote Work" empowers you to thrive, not just survive, in the virtual world. Your Journey Starts Now: Are you ready to embark on an inspiring journey filled with endless opportunities? "The Age of Remote Work" is your boarding pass to success in the virtual work environment. Propel your career, achieve your goals, and embrace the future of work today! Grab your copy now and join the ranks of successful remote workers who have unlocked the potential of the virtual world. Unlock your success, embrace the future, and shape a career that knows no limits. The world of remote work is waiting for you to conquer it. Are you ready?

Download or read book The Year Without Pants written by Scott Berkun and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-09-10 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A behind-the-scenes look at the firm behind WordPress.com and the unique work culture that contributes to its phenomenal success 50 million websites, or twenty percent of the entire web, use WordPress software. The force behind WordPress.com is a convention-defying company called Automattic, Inc., whose 120 employees work from anywhere in the world they wish, barely use email, and launch improvements to their products dozens of times a day. With a fraction of the resources of Google, Amazon, or Facebook, they have a similar impact on the future of the Internet. How is this possible? What's different about how they work, and what can other companies learn from their methods? To find out, former Microsoft veteran Scott Berkun worked as a manager at WordPress.com, leading a team of young programmers developing new ideas. The Year Without Pants shares the secrets of WordPress.com's phenomenal success from the inside. Berkun's story reveals insights on creativity, productivity, and leadership from the kind of workplace that might be in everyone's future. Offers a fast-paced and entertaining insider's account of how an amazing, powerful organization achieves impressive results Includes vital lessons about work culture and managing creativity Written by author and popular blogger Scott Berkun (scottberkun.com) The Year Without Pants shares what every organization can learn from the world-changing ideas for the future of work at the heart of Automattic's success.

Download or read book Emotional Intelligence Applied To Remote Work written by Paris Ezequiel Bianco and published by Paris Ezequiel Bianco. This book was released on 2024-03-04 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Título: Emotional Intelligence Applied To Remote Work Table of Contents I. TIME AND REMOTE WORK 1. Remote Work 2. Remote Projects 3. Productive Times 4. Leadership in Remote Projects II. COMMUNICATION AND EMPATHY 5. Non-Verbal Communication 6. Tolerance and Empathy 7. Empathy in Remote Work 8. Empathy and Emotional Leadership III. EMOTIONAL SKILLS 9. Emotional Communication 10. Emotional Self-Control 11. Emotional Skills 12. Emotional Reconnection IV. REFLECTION AND EMOTIONAL CRITICISM 13. Emotional Self-Reflection 14. Emotional Criticism 15. Remote Leadership 16. Global Teams V. EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE AND TEAMS 17. Emotional Intelligence Techniques 18. Remote Team Techniques 19. Talent Management 20. Remote Talents VI. STRESS AND LEADERSHIP 21. Stress Management 22. Decision Making 23. Adaptive Leadership 24. Emotional Leadership

Download or read book Back to Human written by Dan Schawbel and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2018-11-13 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER A Financial Times Book of the Month Back to Human explains how a more socially connected workforce creates greater fulfillment, productivity, and engagement while preventing burnout and turnover. The next generation of leaders must create a workplace where teammates feel genuinely connected, engaged, and empowered -- without relying on technology. Based on Dan Schawbel's exclusive research studies -- featuring the perspectives of over 2,000 managers and employees across different age groups -- Back to Human reveals why virtual communication, though vital and useful, actually contributes to a stronger sense of isolation at work than ever before. How can we change this culture? Schawbel offers a self-assessment called the "Work Connectivity Index" that measures the strength of team relationships. He also shares exercises, examples, and activities that readers can work on individually or as a team, which will help them increase personal productivity, be more collaborative, and become more fulfilled at work. Back to Human ultimately helps you decide when and how to use technology to build better connections in your work life. It is a call to action to leaders across the world to make the workplace a better experience for all of us.

Download or read book The Psychological Challenges of Remote Working written by Naval Garg and published by Frontiers Media SA. This book was released on 2023-06-27 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: