Welcome to our latest issue of Happy Workplace Weekly, where we provide this week’s top news stories and advice for forward thinking managers.
Industry news:
News from retail, hospitality and small business
Don’t buy the death of retail story
US websites go down under Cyber Monday traffic
Small businesses still don’t trust fintech
25 retailers with the best customer service
How a stalwart of high-class retail lost its fashion sense
Tiny Tokyo noodle shop becomes first ramen bar to get Michelin star
Industry insight:
The best tips and advice to succeed in your industry
Mindfulness tips to skip workplace stress this silly season
Workplace flexibility and work-life balance enter a new era
Small businesses need to work smarter, not harder in boom times
5 tips for flawless customer service this holiday
Inspiration:
The ‘mayor’ of entrepreneurship in Atlanta on empire builders vs. lifestyle entrepreneurs
Proof that positive work cultures are more productive
4 ways workplace giving/volunteering can drive employee engagement
This weekend, celebrate the single easiest way to increase your happiness
Leadership:
12 leadership behaviours that build team trust
Four qualities that make a great leader
It’s not all about government, business managers can foster innovation too
And just because:
Watch: Nick Offerman silently sips whiskey by on open fire for 45 minutes