All posts tagged: Science

Into the quiet corners of everyday life

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For twenty years, my identity was intertwined with my profession as a journalist—a career that, by its very nature, thrusts you into the spotlight. I embraced this public role wholeheartedly, not just as an individual or a journalist, but as what we called a personal brand. This approach felt not only natural but necessary. Yet, over time, a growing realization dawned on me: perhaps I wasn’t as professional in my journalistic role as I had believed.

Why You Get the «Sunday Scaries» and What You Can Do About It

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Are you already thinking about tomorrow’s Monday today? With worry, perhaps? Even with fear? If so, you’re not alone. But why do we dread Monday so much? And what can we do about it?

Why Emotional Intelligence Doesn’t Exist — Or Does It?

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In a 2015 survey, 72 percent of employees ranked «respectful treatment of all employees at all levels» as the top factor in job satisfaction. That’s no big surprise, but what exactly does it mean for organizations and managers? One simple answer could be: hire more employees with a high Emotional Intelligence Quotient (EQ), enabling them to understand and manage their own and others’ emotions. However, measuring EQ is not as straightforward as it may seem, and the concept of Emotional Intelligence itself has been subject to scientific scrutiny and criticism.

The Mystery of Statistica: What the Owl Can Tell Us About an Enigmatic Paradox

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Once upon a time in the enchanting land of Statistica, there were two groups of animals: the Crows and the Foxes. The animals in this land were known for their exceptional skills in playing two very popular games: Featherball and Furball. The Crows and Foxes loved to compete against each other, and every year, they would gather to participate in the Grand Statistica Tournament.

Stress Is Not a Rainbow: Debunking a Folklorical Management Myth

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Have you ever heard of the concept of a sweet spot of stress? If so, you’ve heard about the Yerkes-Dodson Law (YDL) — the idea that there’s an optimal level of strain for peak performance. It’s been widely cited in management and organizational psychology, but what if I told you it’s not as clear-cut as you might think?