Author: Mac Heffner
The Secret Sauce of Team Performance
Understanding the neuroscience behind interpersonal synchrony Have you ever been on a team where everyone seemed to be in sync and everything felt like it was just working? Team leaders have been trying to nail down this experience for decades—to pinpoint this ingredient in order to facilitate better teamwork for bigger success. Colloquially, this experience has been… Continue reading The Secret Sauce of Team Performance
Everyone is a champion for safety!
By Matt Rehlander Every worker must take accountability for eliminating the risk of injury. While policies and procedures are essential to workplace safety, they aren’t enough on their own. There needs to be a mindset in every employee that they are personally responsible to ensure a safe workplace. Successful implementation of policies and procedures requires… Continue reading Everyone is a champion for safety!
Live Well, Work Well: Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a national health observance dedicated to shedding light on mental health conditions and fostering understanding and support for those experiencing them. Mental illnesses are among the most common health conditions in the United States. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), 1 in 5 adults experience a… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Breaking Down Mental Health Stigma
Eat Well, Work Well: Make Changes in Stages
Replacing unhealthy eating habits with healthier ones can be difficult, especially if unhealthy habits are all you have ever known. One key to making lasting improvements in your diet is to make changes in stages. Start with a small, simple change and stick to it for a week. After mastering one change, add another. Here… Continue reading Eat Well, Work Well: Make Changes in Stages
April is Safety Driving Month
By Matt Rehlander, Senior Director of EHS, Fleet and Risk Management for National OnDemand Many Americans’ preoccupation with productivity and connectedness keeps a smartphone in their hands—even when they are driving. We all have tasks to accomplish and a limited amount of time to do them. New technologies are constantly developed. Car phones evolved into… Continue reading April is Safety Driving Month
Live Well, Work Well: Benefits of Walking
Walking is often overlooked as a form of exercise; however, it offers several health benefits for the body and mind. This simple yet powerful activity is accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels, requiring no special equipment, memberships or training. By boosting physical fitness and enhancing mental well-being, incorporating regular walks into your… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Benefits of Walking
Eat Well, Live Well
Replacing unhealthy eating habits with healthier ones can be difficult, especially if unhealthy habits are all you have ever known. One key to making lasting improvements in your diet is to make changes in stages. Start with a small, simple change and stick to it for a week. After mastering one change, add another. Here… Continue reading Eat Well, Live Well
Live Well, Work Well: Understanding Kidney Health
March is National Kidney Month, making it a great time to take charge of your health by lowering your chances of developing kidney disease. Your kidneys filter your blood to remove waste and extra water to create urine. They also make vital hormones that produce red blood cells, promote bone health and regulate blood pressure.… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: Understanding Kidney Health
March is Workplace Safety Awareness Month
By Matt Rehlander March is a transitional time in many areas of the country. While some enjoy a warm-up, others are still dealing with wintery weather. Wherever you are, March has two safety messages that I want to share. Message Number One: March is Workplace Eye Safety Awareness Month. That is why I want to… Continue reading March is Workplace Safety Awareness Month
Mental Health Minute: ADHD Symptoms in adults
New research by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration shows that prescriptions for drugs used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) surged during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly among women and patients ages 20-39. Researchers noted that the reasons for the increase are not obvious but could include pandemic-related stress, recognition of undiagnosed cases, over-prescription and online… Continue reading Mental Health Minute: ADHD Symptoms in adults
May Photo of the Month
Check out this photo from Jason McCrystal, the winner of the May Photo of the Month contest. Jason nailed this shot of a cool horse sporting a National OnDemand hardhat, earning $50 for his effort in capturing this sweet pic. Special Thanks to Candice Webb, Stephanie Mann, Larry Nelson, Arthur Clarke, Phil Singleton and Jill… Continue reading May Photo of the Month
Mental Health Minute: Breathing 101
Breathing is something you do all the time, often with little or no thought. Even during times of stress, your breathing will typically unconsciously shorten. Learning to control your breathing can be an essential tool for improving your mental and physical health. Breathwork, which is known as the combination of breathing exercises and mindfulness practices,… Continue reading Mental Health Minute: Breathing 101
Live Well, Work Well: 3 Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that heart disease causes 1 in every 5 deaths. Heart disease refers to several different types of heart conditions. Coronary artery disease—caused by plaque buildup… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: 3 Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
Safety First: Are You a Safety ‘Fanantic?’
February is the month that the Super Bowl takes place. Some sports fans go over the top to root for their team. “Fan” is short for “Fanatic,” meaning “marked by excessive enthusiasm and sometimes intense uncritical devotion.” Why do people pull for their favorite team so strongly? It feels good when we feel part of… Continue reading Safety First: Are You a Safety ‘Fanantic?’
January Photo of the Month Contest
Phil Singleton’s persistency has finally paid off! After submitting photos every month in 2023, our man Phil picks up the $50 first prize in January to start his year off with a bang. Congrats to Phil for sticking with it for all these months. Your photo could be next! Send us your photo submission and… Continue reading January Photo of the Month Contest
Mental Health Minute: Benefits of clean, organized space
If you’re struggling with seasonal affective disorder, anxiety, depression or other mental health issues, keeping your home tidy and organized may be challenging. However, research shows that disorganization can worsen your mental health, creating a snowball effect. January is Get Organized Month, so it’s the perfect time to focus on cleaning or decluttering your space.… Continue reading Mental Health Minute: Benefits of clean, organized space
Live Well, Work Well: How to Make—and Keep—Your New Year’s Resolution
As a new year begins, you may be reflecting on the past year. This introspection is a significant first step toward selecting a New Year’s resolution to help you grow as a person. Many New Year’s resolutions fail by mid-February due to a lack of self-discipline, with only 1 in 5 people sticking with them… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well: How to Make—and Keep—Your New Year’s Resolution
Culture Corner: 6 Steps to Living Outside Your Comfort Zone
At Lead to Inspire, our passion comes from pushing individuals out of their comfort zone and watching them grow and develop in ways they didn’t believe possible. That can be a scary process because sometimes you fail. However, the best part of stepping out of your comfort zone is often – you succeed! We recently… Continue reading Culture Corner: 6 Steps to Living Outside Your Comfort Zone
Safety First: Slips, Trips and Falls
Welcome to 2024! Slips, trips, and falls are frequent causes of incidents on and off the job. According to OSHA, slips, trips, and falls constitute the majority of general industry incidents and result in back injuries, strains and sprains, contusions, and fractures. Additionally, they cause 15% of all incidental deaths and are second only to motor… Continue reading Safety First: Slips, Trips and Falls
Hotel Safety Tips
When booking your room at the hotel, consider the following: IF THE FIRE ALARM SOUNDS We want all Guests to be familiar with the following evacuation procedures. Exiting the Hotel . If the door is warm or impassible: TRAVELER’S SAFETY TIPS
December Photo of the Month
Joshua Mauldin, FOM under Johnny Portwood, submitted the photo below and was awarded the December Photo of the Month prize of $50. Your photo could be next! Send us your photo submission and you could land the top prize! What are we looking for? We need you to send in photos of your work: in… Continue reading December Photo of the Month
Mental Health Minute
Healthy Habits That Can Lower Your Risk of Depression A recent international study published in the Nature Mental Health journal found that certain lifestyle factors can reduce the risk of depression by 57%. This study, which examined data from nearly 290,000 people over a nine-year period, found that there are seven lifestyle factors associated with… Continue reading Mental Health Minute
Live Well, Work Well
Managing Financial Stress During the Holidays If the holiday shopping season stresses you out, you’re not alone. Research by financial services company Bankrate revealed that more than half (54%) of holiday shoppers expect to feel financially burdened this holiday season as they anticipate overall high costs. While American consumers no longer face inflation levels like… Continue reading Live Well, Work Well
Benefits Breakdown
Employee Financial Wellness Programs A lack of financial knowledge can hold anyone back. When left with few reliable financial resources, employees may continue to struggle. As diverse as the workforce is, so are their financial knowledge and competency levels. Financial wellness programs have emerged as a valuable tool for employers to support their workforce and… Continue reading Benefits Breakdown
November Photo of the Month
Congrats to Richard Nazario for winning $50 for sending in this work photo from the dropbox link listed below. Pictured below is Anthony Perez, our in house Mechanic/Fabricator, disassembling an engine on one of our Ditch Witch 410SX D plows. Next month, your photo submission could land you the top prize! What are we looking for?… Continue reading November Photo of the Month
December Safety For A Safer Holiday Season
As we enter the holiday season and start getting in the Christmas mood, it’s crucial to consider how everyone might be affected during this time. There are often additional responsibilities and many at-home tasks for everyone to catch up on. Or think about it. Or even worry about it. This can affect safety at work… Continue reading December Safety For A Safer Holiday Season
Culture Corner: We Over Me … Building Team
When you walk out the door after work each day, how do you gauge success? Is it projects completed, quotas met, connecting with a peer, checking the “I survived another day” box, or is it the feeling you’re a part of something bigger than yourself? Take a few minutes and really think about your answer.… Continue reading Culture Corner: We Over Me … Building Team
November is American Diabetes Month
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that over 37 million American adults have diabetes, and 1 in 5 don’t know they have it. Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects how your body turns food into energy. Your food is broken down into sugar (glucose) and released into your bloodstream. As your… Continue reading November is American Diabetes Month
Culture Corner: It’s a Team Event
We’ve all complained at one time or another about something at work, whether it’s the people, the processes or even the atmosphere. What isn’t automatic in those frustrations is ownership, which begs the question – who is responsible for making a happy workplace? Company culture doesn’t automatically happen and it’s not the responsibility of one… Continue reading Culture Corner: It’s a Team Event
November Safety News: Fall is upon us
It’s difficult to believe that it’s November already; hot days and warm nights have given way to cool, windy days and cold nights. The threat of snow is now being discussed on the news in many of our areas. The leaves have turned their fall colors, and almost all have fallen from the trees, and… Continue reading November Safety News: Fall is upon us