In our pursuit of efficiency, we’ve drifted from empathy. As we prioritized productivity, we lost presence. Transactions replaced trust. In optimizing, automating, and virtualizing, we’ve misplaced something vital: each other.

Part One: Returning to People – Why Being There is the Best Thing Since Office Coffee Machines Have you ever walked into a room and just felt the energy? The kind of vibe that says, “These are my people. We’re in this together. And yes, we’re going to crush this brainstorm session right after we ...

It's 2025. Do you know where your culture is? Somewhere along the timeline of the Great Shutdown, something small but crucial began to fray. We stopped seeing each other—not just in the now-familiar glow of Zoom screens or among the quiet shuffle of hybrid meetings—but truly seeing each other. What ...

Return to office misses the mark. Return to people hits it square on the head.

For decades, "shareholder value" has been touted as the guiding star of business strategy. The idea, championed by economists like Milton Friedman, suggests that companies exist primarily to maximize returns for their shareholders. On the surface, this approach seems logical—after all, shareholders ...

Improving customer service scores isn't just about better training or implementing new technologies—it's deeply rooted in the happiness and well-being of your employees. Studies have consistently shown that happier employees provide better customer service, leading to higher customer satisfaction ...

How to Have More Fun at Work Creating a fun and engaging work environment isn't just about adding a ping-pong table in the break room or organizing occasional team outings. It's about fostering a culture where joy, energy, and connection are part of everyday work life. The FISH! Philosophy provides ...

As AI revolutionizes the workplace, fostering team engagement and developing essential skills have never been more crucial. According to the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2023, the top five skills gaining importance are creative thinking, analytical thinking, technological literacy, ...

In today's interconnected global economy, the importance of teamwork has become increasingly apparent. A study highlighted by the Harvard Business Review notes a 50% increase in time spent on collaborative activities over the last two decades. This shift underscores the need for effective teamwork, ...

In the bustling rhythm of the modern workplace, finding moments to step away from the screens and stretch our legs can be a rarity. Yet, there’s an incredibly simple, profoundly effective tool for boosting your workday that might just be hiding in plain sight. Taking a walk with a coworker isn’t ...

Conquer Drama by Choosing Your Attitude

By Rebecca Cianci