One of the most significant technological disruptions in recent times was the release of OpenAI’s Chat GPT just a few months ago. This brought generative AI and artificial intelligence into the spotlight, sparking numerous discussions and articles about its impact on our jobs and the future of work. Many people are concerned and wonder, “Will this technology replace my job?” Some may feel overwhelmed and believe that AI…
Hey everyone, this is Cody Nickol with Work Growth Thrive. It’s a beautiful day in Atlanta, Georgia, and I’m going hiking in the forest. I thought I would give you some tips on how to grow and thrive in the workplace. Today’s format is a little different. I received an email from someone named Anjum who wanted my advice about her current situation. So let me read this…
Living Your Values at Work for a Better Work Experience
March 31, 2022Personal values respresent the overarching goals that we consider most desirable. They influence our thoughts and actions, even when we’re not aware of it. Values also reflect preferences about what we consider worthy and important. Furthermore, a person’s values tend to be consistent across time and contexts. This differs from beliefs and attitudes which can change more readily. By living our values in the work environment we’re more…
Quitting Jobs: How to Know When It’s Time to Go and Helpful Things to Consider
February 11, 2022We all have times when we’re really dissatisfied with our job and think about quitting. In fact, a record 47.4 million people voluntarily quit their jobs in the US in 2021. That’s huge! Quitting jobs that don’t align with ones needs and goals is quite common at the moment. This period has even been dubbed “the Great Resignation.” So more than likely it’s a topic that hits home.…
How to Improve Work Performance Using the Pygmalion Effect
January 14, 2022Our brain is an amazingly complex organ that among other things helps us to reason, remember and feel emotion. Because of the way our brain ticks, we often experience and do things that at first glance are not very explicable. For example, why do most people overestimate their knowledge and abilities? Psychological phenomenon ultimately explain why people tend to think, feel, and behave the way they do. If…
Do you sometimes wish you were in a different spot regarding your professional development or even other areas of your life? I believe everyone can relate to this. But not everyone, does something about it. In this article I’ll introduce you to an exercise that will help you to do something about it! I’m talking about making your own personal development plan. Companies use this tool to stimulate…
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the words “performance review”? Is it something you look forward to or do you think they’re a waste of time? Performance reviews can be a tremendous catalyst for personal and organizational development, however, their effectiveness depends on the way they’re implemented. In this article, I talk about ways to ensure you get the most out of such…