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Dr. Patricia Thompson is an award-winning corporate psychologist who is a regular contributor to a variety of media outlets. Stay up to date with all of her latest articles here.
5 Ways to Become a Better Leader - Monster
When it comes to leadership, some qualities are intangible. But others can be directly assessed. For instance, researchhas linked effective leadership to the amount of sleep executives are getting. (Not surprisingly, the more sleep they get, the more effectively they lead.
You’re probably pretty set in your extroversion or introversion, but what else can you do to be a better leader for your team? Try these strategies to improve your management game.READ MORE
Work-Life Balance is a Myth -- Aim for Alignment Instead - Shine Text
Ever since I finished grad school and entered the work world, I wanted to have that perfect 50 percent life 50 percent work kind of dream. And, up until a while ago, I somehow felt like I was coming close to managing it. READ MORE
How your job can impact your health — and your weight - Business Insider
Stress from your job can be more impactful on your health than you think. Psychologist Patricia Thompson reveals how your job stress can not just cause heart issues, but also weight gain, according to research. READ MORE
Why You Need to Make Sure You Use Your Vacation Time - Focus Atlanta
In this television interview, Dr. Patricia Thompson talks with Keisha Lancelin about the importance of taking vacations for being less stressed and more productive in the workplace. WATCH
Why Using Mindfulness is the Key to Success - Accelerate Your Business Growth Podcast
In this podcast Dr. Thompson talks with Diane Selbig about how mindfulness can help you to be more productive at less stressed at work. LISTEN
Emotional Wellness: 3 Tips for a Healthier Workplace - Business News Daily
We often hear companies boasting about their health initiatives, like offering wholesome snacks and encouraging breaks for physical activity throughout the day. However, it’s not as common that emotional wellness is emphasized. READ MORE
In the Workplace Interview - Wharton Business Radio
In this interview, Dr. Patricia Thompson talked about all things leadership with Peter Capelli and Dan O’Meara on In the Workplace on Wharton Business Radio on SIRIUSXM. READ MORE
5 Very Rare Instances It’s Worth Staying In A Toxic Workplace - Fast Company
You already know a toxic workplace can make you miserable and impact your health and well-being. But when you enjoy the work that you do, there are rare instances where it might be worth staying–though they are few and far between. READ MORE
If You Want to Be a Great Leader, You Should Stop Using These Phrases Now - INC
When you’re a manager, your employees are constantly watching to see how you behave and what you say. As a result, it’s important to be intentional about your choice of words in any setting. READ MORE
Why Women are More Stressed Out at Work - Moneyish
Fifty-eight percent of women feel stressed at work, a new study suggests. Here are expert tips on how to manage mental health in and out of the office. READ MORE
Dealing with Decision Fatigue - This Morning with Gordon Deal
Decision fatigue got you down? Corporate Psychologist Patricia Thompson breaks down some ways around it. LISTEN
These are the Loneliest Jobs in America - Moneyish
The verdict is in: Lawyers and doctors are among America’s loneliest workers. According to a new survey in the Harvard Business Review, they’re followed by people who work in engineering and science as the most isolating professions — which can result in lower job satisfaction, getting fewer promotions, a higher staff turnover rate, and a greater chance of quitting within the next six months. Workers who are single, childless, non-heterosexual or non-religious are also more likely to be lonely. READ MORE
Should You Be Your Authentic Self at Work? - Garrison Institute
When I began my career as a management consultant, I was reluctant to be authentic. As a Black female who had just finished grad school, I was all too aware of potential negative stereotypes that others might have about me based on my age, gender, and race. As a result, I made it my mission to come across as pulled together, polished, and serious at all times. READ MORE
Mindfulness in Coaching - Patricia Thompson on the Star Coach Podcast
Having a daily mindfulness practice can alter our perception in just about every area of life. We often use mindfulness as a calming or centering practice for our clients, but have you ever stopped to consider it as another coaching tool? Dr. Patricia Thompson visits the show to speak on her experiences combining executive coaching with mindfulness and the power it brings to her executive coaching practice. READ MORE
The Motivating Question Most Bosses Don't Think to Ask - The Muse
As any manager knows: Setting goals for your team often feels more challenging than it should. After all, a goal is just a sentence or two. But when you’re a manager, you need to not only connect them to larger company goals, but also ensure that your team will be motivated enough to complete them. READ MORE
Is There a Place for Compassion in Business? - Garrison Institute
I recently coached a senior executive I’ll call Stephanie, who was grappling with a pretty common dilemma in the business world: her organization’s profits were nowhere near where they had been projected to be, and her impatient CEO wasn’t happy about it. READ MORE
4 Ways You Can Motivate Your Team to Do More Work (More Often) - The Muse
As a boss, you’re probably doing all you can to help your team perform at its best. If you’re like some of the most successful leaders (which I hope you are!), you’re focused on setting challenging goals, running effective meetings, and using best practices for delegation. Still, as you fine-tune your management style, there’s one powerful habit you may be overlooking: READ MORE
This Is How You Repair Your Reputation After a Bad Performance Review - Forbes
So, you just got out of your performance review and it was not good. Whether you were anticipating the bad news or it was a total surprise, it stings. You might currently be feeling some combination of embarrassment, disappointment, shock, fear, and anger, or you’re worried that your job may be on shaky ground. READ MORE
How to Stop Doing Your Co-Workers' Work for Them - Fast Company
Have you ever found yourself in the middle of an activity at work that you really wished you hadn’t agreed to? Maybe you ended up joining the company softball team, even though you hate sports and are embarrassed by your inability to throw in a straight line. READ MORE
Made a Mistake? How to Get Your Damaged Reputation Back - The Mission
Italian historian Francesco Guicciardini wrote, “A good reputation is like the cypress; once cut, it never puts forth leaf again.”While this statement might seem pretty hardcore, the truth is that once your reputation takes a hit, it can be incredibly challenging to repair it. READ MORE
Self-Management vs. Time-Management: What You Need to Know - The Mission
Back when I was in university, I was pretty lax about managing my time. If I had a mid-term or final coming up, I was notorious for waiting until the week of the exam to crack open my books to read the assigned material. READ MORE
Want to Truly Help Others? Be Less Empathetic - The Mission
I’ve always been someone who valued being of service to others. Like a lot of people, I was taught “tis better to give than to receive” and that I should “love thy neighbor as thyself.” I’ve always rooted for the underdog and been drawn to want to help others in need. READ MORE
4 Steps to Creating a Shared Vision that Will Energize Your Team - Vunela
Successful leaders know the importance of creating a strong shared vision for their teams. A compelling vision enables the leader to anticipate an exciting future. And, when confidently communicated to the team, an inspiring vision provides a rallying cry that energizes everyone to accomplish big things. READ MORE
The Most Crucial Factor In Changing Your Habits For Good: A Psychologist Explains - MindBodyGreen
Based on your choice of reading material, it seems reasonable to suggest you’ve resolved to make changes to your lifestyle sometime in the past, in an effort to become healthier. You’re probably in the midst of trying to make such a change even now. Maybe you decided that you were going to ditch sugar or that you wanted to exercise more. Maybe you decided to watch less TV. READ MORE
5 Common Productivity Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs - Thrive Global
We all have 24 hours in day. While a lot of us complain about that simply not being enough time, there are a few people who seem to magically achieve far more during this time than the rest of us. And, they manage to do it while still finding time for themselves. READ MORE
8 Mindset Shifts To Help You Tap Into A Sense Of Purpose Any Time, Anywhere - MindBodyGreen
Jim Collins wrote, “It is impossible to have a great life unless it is a meaningful life. And it is very difficult to have a meaningful life without meaningful work.” If you’re in the doldrums, craving more meaning in your work life, these mindset shifts will get you on the path to a greater sense of purpose: READ MORE
Why Taking A Walk In The Park Might Be The Best Self-Care Strategy EVER - MindBodyGreen
In my journey as an entrepreneur, I’ve experienced my fair share of disappointments. Whether client deals that have fallen through, product launches that performed worse than expected, or article pitches that were rejected, dealing with setbacks is just part of business. READ MORE
Five Easy Ways to Calm Your Nerves Five Minutes Before Your Job Interview - Fast Company
Let’s face it—no one likes to be judged. But like it or not, that is exactly what a job interview is: a judgment zone. It’s also your chance to show that you’re the right person for the job, but if you’re not confident that you’ve got what it takes, the interviewer won’t be either. READ MORE
4 Ways to Get Re-Engaged on the Job - Thrive Global
While workers of generations past might have been willing to make do with an unfulfilling job that provided forty years of stability, today’s world is different. Now, we live in an age in which many of us expect to pursue our passions by engaging in work that makes our hearts sing.
This is a healthy change, both for individuals and the organizations in which they work. After all, when people love what they do, and see their work as a calling, they tend to have higher satisfaction on the job and in life in general. READ MORE
How Mindfulness Helped a Workplace Diversity Exercise - Harvard Business Review
A couple of years ago I was invited to facilitate an offsite training for the diversity committee of a Fortune 500 company. In an era in which “diversity” has become a buzzword in the business world, the firm’s interest in the topic was both admirable and understandable. READ MORE
How to Fall Back in Love With Your Job - Essence
Dreading the sound of your morning alarm? You’re not alone! Women of color are among the least contented at the workplace, with about one in three reporting overall job satisfaction, according to data crunched by Vanderbilt University. READ MORE
The Simple Shift that Will Make You Appreciate Every Day - MindBodyGreen
Gratitude. It’s a practice that is the foundation of a happy life. Science has shown that it improves self-esteem, makes you more empathetic, helps you to be more resilient, and gives you an overall better sense of well-being.
The Four Most Common Mistakes "Nice" Leaders Make - Thrive Global
Do you aim to be a “nice” leader? The kind of leader who is always upbeat and positive, who never makes anyone uncomfortable, and who is loved by all employees?
Being nice is an admirable goal, in and out of the workplace. After all, there is mounting research that suggests that there are a lot of benefits associated with being a leader who creates a positive environment in which people can thrive. READ MORE
5 Totally Doable Ways To Level Up In Your Career (That You Can Start Right Now) - MindBodyGreen
Tony Robbins said, “Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible.”
If you’re planning to step it up in your career this year, you’re in good company. According to one statistic, almost half of Americans set yearly goals. And, while admittedly, not all of them follow through, with some persistence and planning, you can increase the odds that you will successfully achieve yours. READ MORE
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