Tag: collaboration

Here’s Why You Should Sit in a Circle at Work

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When you picture “sitting in a circle,” adults in professional dress probably aren’t the folks who spring to mind. You might instead imagine schoolchildren during reading time, or perhaps assembled for a round of duck-duck-goose. But, sitting in a circle …

6 Tips for Successful Collaboration

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Most of us have jobs that require us to work closely with others, at least once in a while. Sometimes, these collaborations run smoothly all on their own, but more often they require some real focus and effort on our part to function productively. Here are a few tips to keep in mind for your next collaboration challenge.

Companies Insist on Collaboration, So Women Do More

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In workplaces around the country, it's not uncommon for employers to encourage or even insist on a collaborative environment. In fact, studies show that time spent on collaborative tasks in the office rose by roughly 50 percent over the last 20 years. However, there's just one little problem: women are the ones getting stuck with the bulk of the work.