Saying no can feel impossible when you're a people pleaser. Maybe you’re trying to gain someone’s approval or avoid letting them down. No one wants to seem uncooperative, even when they’re drowning in ...

Many people have had moments at work where they’ve been asked to do something they don’t necessarily want to do. The ping of a late-day email asking you to “quickly” pitch in on a last-minute task.

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Standard work is a visual guide to accomplish a job quickly and accurately. Using standard work increases the speed of production, improves quality, and creates a more enjoyable, predictable and safe ...

Instead of jumping directly to “no,” explain to the client how accepting the new project could compromise the quality of your deliverables. Decline projects that don’t align with your strategic vision ...

As Gen Z enters the workforce, they bring a certain amount of spunk and personality that is unique and very much needed. From their bizarre yet helpful ideas to their cheerful demeanor, Gen Z can be ...