Bring Your Soul To Work

We live in a strange paradox: technology has blurred the lines between work and play. Yet, it feels more socially acceptable to answer an…

We live in a strange paradox: technology has blurred the lines between work and play. Yet, it feels more socially acceptable to answer an email during the weekend than to express our personal passions at work. People are not enjoying work as they used to: only 13% of the world’s workforce is actively engaged, according to Gallup, while the majority is either disengaged or actively “boycotting” their employer. The workplace has become so self-less and soul-less that “employees” seem to be paying it back in its own coin.

Trust Means Speaking Up

Individuals are treated as human resources rather than human beings

Traditional organizational structures prioritized obedience over trust. Being an effective leader means being in control, to ensure everyone follows the “marching orders”. Individuals are treated as human resources -rather than human beings- playing a part in a large chain of command.

A perfect example is the “opinions are my own” social media disclaimer. While I understand the need …