compassionate workplaces

We highlight five current scientific studies that fit with the spirit of the season

Understanding what motivates people to be altruistic can not only inform our own behaviors, it may also play a role in creating more just societal institutions

What have you learned from the past year about your teams, and what lessons can you apply moving forward?

Research has shown that STEM students and professionals experience a chillier climate than their peers in other fields

To have fun or not to have fun? That is the question.

People who claimed to have experienced ostracism were significantly more likely to report a degraded sense of workplace belonging and commitment, a stronger intention to quit their job, and a larger proportion of health problems.

The latest research suggests that a more compassionate workplace, where helpfulness and forgiveness are part of the business model, is a more productive, efficient and happy place to work