INSIGHTS

3 Research-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness at Work Today

In 2012, the United Nations declared March 20th the International Day of Happiness , recognizing well-being as a universal human goal. But happiness isn’t just a global aspiration, it’s a workplace advantage. Research shows that happier employees are more creative, productive, and engaged, and less likely to experience burnout and leave. In honor of the day, here are three research-backed ways to boost your h appiness at work today: Gratitude Research suggests that recognizi

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One size doesn’t fit all, especially when it comes to coaching

At NextArrow, we’re big believers that the right fit changes everything. If you’ve ever tried squeezing into something that wasn’t your size, you know exactly what we mean. And the same holds true for leadership development. While one-size-fits-all programs might sound appealing, the truth is simple: When you’re working with real humans navigating real-world complexity, customization wins. Over the last year, we’ve partnered with incredible companies to build Learning Coachin

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The Feedback Paradox

Who holds more power in a feedback conversation, the giver or the receiver? Most people instinctively point to the giver—who starts the conversation, frames the message and, often, holds the perceived authority. And to be fair, most feedback workshops, classes, and articles reinforce this giver bias by teaching structured models, polished phrasing, and best practices for delivering feedback well. But here’s the paradox: While the giver appears to hold the power, it’s the rec

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