Tag Archives: work

Does Work Make You “Seasick?”
Posted on November 27, 2012 by Al Watts

Recently a colleague shared her distress with the turmoil, continuous change and what seemed like unrealistic expectations at her workplace. As she described the conditions and her reactions, I couldn’t help thinking how similar they were to those of mates … Continue reading →

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  • Carolien Moors
    Thanks for the insightful analogy Al, and for the emphasis on awareness, choice, focus, collaboration, mindset & attitude.
Clouds at Work
Posted on September 5, 2012 by Al Watts

Do you remember laying on your back as a kid, looking up at the sky and figuring out what the clouds looked like? Here are some “clouds” to figure out – word clouds formed by about a hundred LinkedIn connections … Continue reading →

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  • Al Watts
    Thanks, Dave, and thanks for your thoughtful analysis. I agree - there is a "light" and "dark" side to "challenging." ...
  • Dave Jamieson
    Love the work you did with these comments. It's no surprise that challenging was so dominant, but my next analysis ...
Is It Time To Part Company?
Posted on March 7, 2012 by Al Watts

What’s the first thought you have about your work or employer when you wake up? Are you energized, enthused and eager to get on with your day, or just hoping to get through it?  If you’re energized and looking forward … Continue reading →

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  • Carolien Moors
    Great article Al, it fits with the Oct. 2011 Gallup report stating that 71% percent of American workers are "not ...