Do you feel comfortable talking about Money?

If someone asks a financial question, let’s say, how much money do you have? Would you answer? Would you divert the conversation or just say “I’m sorry but that’s a private matter.”

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Are You Just Going Through the Motions?

We can blame the time of year. We can talk about burnout or stress. We might mention the ever-present nature of technology, or the frustration of some national trends. But at one point or another, all of us feel like we’re just going through the motions. But here’s something we should bring to mind: doing […]

Tags: disconnecting, disillusioned, disillusionment, dissatisfaction, frustration, going through the motions

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Real World Psychology “Tricks” for the Workplace

Midwesterners are known for their pleasant attitude and friendly demeanor. Here in Indiana—where people are referred to using the folksy term “hoosiers”—you might expect workplace conversations to always be straightforward. But that isn’t always the case. Here are some “tricks” for influencing behavior.

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The Number One Secret to Looking Busy At Work

Maybe it’s the Midwest culture, but it seems like a lot of people at companies in Central Indiana have a relaxed style of speaking but a busy style of working. There’s an advantage to looking busy: you’re less likely to be detained and better able get things done. So how do you make sure others […]

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How to Cope with Emotions in the Workplace

During a job interview, you’re taught over and over again to do certain things: Wear professional clothes, don’t wear too much make up, don’t slouch, make direct eye contact, enunciate, have a firm handshake, etc. Work behavior, however, appears to be more relationship-based. You’ve likely heard professional advice like: don’t talk back to a superior, […]

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Dealing with People who Sap Your Productivity

Avoiding them doesn’t work. Scolding them doesn’t work. But you can fight fire with fire.

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