In this section we have explored two notable trends in work and working practices. The rise of remote working and the greater use of technology with a specific focus on …
The role email plays in impacting health, well-being and productivity is an area of interest for us. We currently have an ongoing research project in which we are exploring this …
If you would like to read more about Dan Ariely’s work then the following article in the Atlantic may be of interest: A behavioural economist tries to fix email We …
Although there have been positive moves towards improving work-place health, there remains a high prevalence of work-related stress. One explanation is that technological advances over the past decade, particularly smartphones …
In this video Dr Liz Braithwaite outlines data from some of the research we have conducted on email use and the relationship with stress and productivity. Does the data Dr …
In 2018 members of the course team (Prof Marc Jones, Dr Liz Braithwaite, Visiting Prof Andy McCann) worked as a part of a team with Nuffield health to review the …
The prevalence of homeworking, in general, has increased in recent years, with concomitant developments in technology facilitating this approach. While many office workers have worked from home during the recent …
As we have discussed the world of work and working practices changed for many across the globe with the introduction of measures in almost all countries to slow the spread …
The white-collar working environment has drastically changed over the past two decades, with a sharp increase in ‘agile working’. This is where employees are empowered to work where, when, and …
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus said, “Change is the only constant in life.” And certainly for work and working practices this appears to be the case. What we plan to do …
We hope you have enjoyed the material covered in course and that there have been some useful strategies that will be helpful to you and your organisation. We recognise that …
It is often a bold and courageous person that takes on the role of a leader. Whilst leadership can be demonstrated by anyone who inspires others to act, here, we …
In this week we have covered a great deal of information on stress, health and performance in the workplace. We have discussed what stress is, and how it can impact …
Many of us have a strong affinity with the organisations for whom we work. This is not surprising. As people, we have a fundamental need to belong to groups. We …