American Society of Employers - Mary E. Corrado
The Diversity of Work-Life Balance: It Might Even Include Evening and Weekend Work

12 March 2024

The Diversity of Work-Life Balance: It Might Even Include Evening and Weekend Work

Author: Mary E. Corrado

The concept of work-life balance has become a cornerstone of discussions surrounding mental health, productivity, and overall well-being. However, amidst the plethora of advice on achieving this delicate equilibrium, one aspect often overlooked is the individuality of work-life balance. What works for one person may not necessarily work for another.

Mastering Difficult Conversations

27 February 2024

Mastering Difficult Conversations

Author: Mary E. Corrado

Effective leadership hinges on the ability to navigate difficult conversations with grace and proficiency. While nobody enjoys difficult conversations, they can provide opportunities for growth and progress within teams and organizations when handled correctly. Leaders who can adeptly engage in tough discussions foster a culture of transparency, trust, and collaboration. By addressing issues head-on, they prevent unresolved conflicts from festering and potentially derailing projects or...
Categories: Blog
Rehumanizing Work in a Digital World

13 February 2024

Rehumanizing Work in a Digital World

Author: Mary E. Corrado

In an era where most of our daily interactions with others, like clients, colleagues, bosses, and even family members, often feel impersonal due to technology, and where our jobs are streamlined for maximum efficiency, it's understandable that many employees sense a loss of their innate creativity, curiosity, and humanity.

The Return to Office War is Finally Ending as CEOs See the Value of Hybrid and Remote Work

30 January 2024

The Return to Office War is Finally Ending as CEOs See the Value of Hybrid and Remote Work

Author: Mary E. Corrado

Return to office efforts are starting to wane.  Just 6 out of 158 CEOs in the United States have indicated their intent to prioritize the return of employees to full-time office work in 2024, according to a recent survey conducted by The Conference Board.

Categories: Blog, Remote Work
Manifesting More in 2024

16 January 2024

Manifesting More in 2024

Author: Mary E. Corrado

I’ve noticed a theme in 2024 – it seems to be about manifesting more for yourself and creating abundance in your life. Manifesting more for your professional life in 2024 involves not just wishful thinking, but a deliberate and focused approach to turning your ambitions into reality.

Categories: Blog
Is Multi-Tasking Really Possible?

2 January 2024

Is Multi-Tasking Really Possible?

Author: Mary E. Corrado

Do you multitask? Multitasking might seem like a way to boost productivity, but in reality, it reduces it.  According to psychologist Gerald Weinberg, multitasking can actually slash productivity by up to 80%.

Categories: Blog
Stronger Together

12 December 2023

Stronger Together

Author: Mary E. Corrado

Last week we announced to our members that announce that the Employers Association of West Michigan (EA) will merge into the American Society of Employers (ASE) effective January 1, 2024. This is an important milestone for our organization, and we believe it will bring numerous benefits to all of our members. 

Categories: Blog, EverythingPeople
Can Money Buy Happiness?

28 November 2023

Can Money Buy Happiness?

Author: Mary E. Corrado

They say money can’t buy happiness – but can it? I think we can all agree, it sure helps! According to a new financial happiness survey by Empower, 59% of Americans agree that money can buy happiness, and the price tag is apparently $1.2 million.

Categories: Blog
The Latest Trend: Overemployment

14 November 2023

The Latest Trend: Overemployment

Author: Mary E. Corrado

One of the latest trends in the workforce is overemployment, a trend in which people hold multiple full-time positions.  This is beyond moonlighting with a small, part-time job.  It’s as extreme as someone holding two, sometimes three full-time positions – meaning they are “on the clock” for multiple employers at once - unbeknownst to the employers.

Categories: Blog, Workforce Trends
AI is Making an Impact – The Newest Stats

31 October 2023

AI is Making an Impact – The Newest Stats

Author: Mary E. Corrado

In the past year, the AI market has experienced significant growth. Beyond ChatGPT, Google introduced its Chatbot, Bard, in March 2023, and other companies such as monday.com and Wix have integrated comparable technology into their current product frameworks. A tech.co article recently outlined some statistics regarding AI that I found interesting and important to know.

Categories: Blog
What is the Best Advice a Boss Ever Gave You?

17 October 2023

What is the Best Advice a Boss Ever Gave You?

Author: Mary E. Corrado

In a recent article by the Wall Street Journal, they asked five luminaries what the best advice is that they’ve ever received from a boss. This advice is applicable to most professionals.  It’s not new, but they are good reminders that have held true over time.

Categories: Blog, EverythingPeople
A Look at the Concept of Weekly Employee Surveys

3 October 2023

A Look at the Concept of Weekly Employee Surveys

Author: Mary E. Corrado

The concept of conducting weekly employee surveys is somewhat unique.  Most organizations conduct an annual, quarterly, or at times, monthly employee survey.  But I recently read an article about how Google will soon be surveying their employees weekly versus monthly, so I looked into the concept of a weekly employee survey.

Categories: Blog
5 Tips to Optimize Your Work-From-Home Office

19 September 2023

5 Tips to Optimize Your Work-From-Home Office

Author: Mary E. Corrado

Creating an effective office design is crucial for productivity and comfort. Over the pandemic many remote employees threw together “temporary” workspaces in their home.  But with so many people now working remotely on a more permanent basis, I like the following tips I found in the Wall Street Journal recently for optimizing your workspace:

Categories: Blog
The Power of Agreeableness

5 September 2023

The Power of Agreeableness

Author: Mary E. Corrado

According to a recent study, employees who exhibit high levels of agreeableness are gaining more appreciation from their colleagues and managers. Shockingly, in past studies, agreeableness did not affect teamwork or organizational success in the workplace, but today, it does.

Categories: Blog
How to Bring Out the Best in Your Employees

22 August 2023

How to Bring Out the Best in Your Employees

Author: Mary E. Corrado

I have always been fascinated by psychology.  In fact, my undergraduate degree is in psychology and sociology. But being a remarkable leader doesn't necessitate having a degree in psychology.

Categories: Blog, EverythingPeople
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