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What is the key to creating a happy workplace?
I’ve just a written a book with what I see as the 10 key principles of a great workplace but for me one thing stands out.
Trust the Crowd: Launching the Happy Manifesto
The Happy Manifesto has been launched for a week, and so far we’ve sold just over 500 copies.
Launch of The Happy Manifesto with Action for Happiness
Only 2% of people say they work just to pay the bills, for 90% being happy at work is important. Yet over half of Brits are unhappy at work.
Opinion Poll: People Want to be Happy at Work
I was involved in an opinion poll last month which asked office workers “how important is it for you to be happy at work?”
Almost Half of Office Workers Want to Change Their Manager
Of those expressing a view, 47% of UK office workers would change their manager if they could.
Are You a Good Gardener?
Last Friday I gave a talk at London Business School to help launch their report on Employee Centred Management with HCL (a hugely inspirational Indian IT company).
Sinclair Beecham on His People Philosophy
I am a huge fan of Pret A Manger, the UK-based sandwich chain. It’s a combination of the enthusiasm and friendliness of their people with the quality of the product and systems focused on delivering a great service.
50% Tax Rate Discourages Entrepreneurs? Nonsense
My letter on the 50% tax rate for entrepreneurs has just been published in the Guardian.
Promote Everybody to CEO of Something
I would like to thank Lissy Thornquist, of Holiday Inn London-Gatwick Airport, for this great idea – which she shared while feeding back on my book, The Happy Manifesto.
One Secret of a Happy Workplace: Be Positive
At Happy we have always believed that being positive is crucial for creating a happy workplace. This blog explains why this is such a crucial part of success.
