Human Capital

You likely have burnout if you are experiencing persistent exhaustion that doesn’t improve with rest, cynicism toward your work, and reduced professional effectiveness for several weeks or months. Burnout differs from ordinary stress because it doesn’t resolve once a project ends or after you take time off. The exhaustion runs deeper, the detachment feels...

An employee retention strategy is an organizational approach aimed at reducing turnover and ensuring long-term employee engagement and commitment. These plans often encompass a mix of practices, benefits, and engagement initiatives tailored to keep employees satisfied and motivated. There are many benefits of creating an employee retention strategy, from improved client satisfaction to enhanced...

High-performing athletes have much in common with high-performing CORPORATE athletes -- grit, resilience, adaptability, and high degrees of intrinsic motivation, ownership, and accountability. HigherEchelon's Director of Leadership Development Angie Winter recently participated in Culture in Sports's Roundtable Webinar to help participants break down and understand what motivates the 21st Century Athlete, including what they...

In an increasingly interconnected business landscape, the importance of cohesive and collaborative teams cannot be overemphasized. Team building serves as a catalyst in this process, providing numerous benefits that enhance the overall productivity and work environment of your company. Team building activities are structured events or exercises designed to enhance relationships, define roles, and...

Technological advancements continually reshape the way we view and interact with the world. One of these advancements, virtual reality (VR), has made significant waves across several industries, including sport psychology. Through VR, sport psychologists are reinventing how athletes train, improve, and overcome psychological barriers. What Is the Field of Sport Psychology? Sport psychology is...