An introduction to Team relationships

The core of the work experience is the team. It’s within teams that people spend most of their working day; it’s their colleagues that define their day-to-day experience at work. 

An introduction to Fairness and respect

Respect, dignity, justice and fairness: it’s no wonder that politicians refer to such terms so often, as they are fundamental to our sense of wellbeing.

An introduction to Creativity

Using our intelligence and skills to solve problems, or create new ways of doing things, is deeply satisfying.

An introduction to Pride

A sense of pride often flows from knowing the organization we work for does something beneficial or particularly well.

An introduction to Strengths

When we are ‘playing to our strengths’ we are energised and motivated. The experience of being totally absorbed in a work task comes when we are using our skills with just the right amount of stretch.

More from the science on Team Relationships

We've done the work so you don't have to. Read summaries from the latest research on the science of team dynamics

An introduction to Feedback

Giving and receiving feedback that is constructive is not always easy, but when it is supportive and useful it helps everyone work happier together.

An introduction to Worthwhile work

Having a strong sense that our work matters to colleagues, the organization and society makes us feel good. A sense of purpose motivates us to do great work.

An introduction to Accomplishment

We all want to feel that we’re achieving things at work in exchange for the effort we put in.

An introduction to Team co-operation

Co-operation between teams can affect levels of frustration, stress and sense of progress. Things go more smoothly when teams work well together, but frustrations quickly build when they don’t.

An introduction to Appreciation

When a colleague says ‘well done’ or ‘thanks’ we get a little lift – we feel better about ourselves because we know others care about what we’re doing.

An introduction to Free to be yourself

We all have a desire to be authentic and many of us find authenticity through our work. Freedom to be ourselves is a driver of happiness and motivation.

More from the science on Team co-operation

We’ve scoured the research to bring you the latest on the science of the linkages between teams.

An introduction to Learning

When we have opportunities to learn new things and develop our skills, it naturally follows that we gain in confidence, motivation and a sense of personal growth.

An introduction to Work-life balance

Acknowledging that work is a part of life helps us get the most out of both. If we get the balance wrong in favor of work, stress and burn-out commonly follow.

An introduction to Influence decisions

Having a sense of control over when and how we do our jobs helps us to align with organizational goals while retaining our own sense of agency, individuality and responsibility.

An introduction to Friendships at work

It’s good for our spirits to have people around us who we care about and who care for us. Friendships help us deal with stress and they bring meaning to the work we do.

The Five Ways to Happy Workplaces

Discover the five key ingredients needed to protect and promote happiness in your organization.

The key drivers of happiness

Our Culture Profile topics help you assess what's driving happiness in your organization.

Racism and Psychological Safety in the Workplace

There is no place for racism, prejudice or hatred in the world — let alone the business world.

One size doesn’t fit all in a company of microcultures

As we start to see the light at the end of the Covid-19 tunnel there are huge questions about how we will work in the future. One is if working from home the "new normal", or does it undermined work culture and productivity?

Why workplace culture needs systems thinking

Once the technical aspects of a new people measure are in place, start thinking about the integration process of new data & insights into day-to-day working life.

The science of human connection

Team building has never been easy. The geographies we traverse to work together is making the task more difficult.

The wise rest at least as hard as they work

In 2019 the World Health Organization (WHO) announced that “burnout” is going to be included in their International Classification of Diseases.