How Emotions Shape Our Working Lives
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We all experience emotions constantly — especially at work. They help us cope, lift our spirits or, at times, make us ill.
What Is Resilience?
Resilience essentially refers to being able to deal with stressful situations and master crises in a healthy manner.
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Death of a colleague: how to cope with grief?
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The disasters at the start of the year reminded us just how fragile life is. Although deaths are more common among retired people, the death of a colleague can still happen. In such cases, it is difficult to know how to deal with it, as the event blurs the boundaries between professional and private life. -
Grief in the workplace: key issues
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At work, people who are grieving tend to keep their sorrow to themselves, or take sick leave when the pain becomes too much. Those around them, including colleagues, nevertheless play an important role in the process. An interview on this sensitive topic with Aurélie Jung, a sociologist and specialist in the field. -
Living and working in a frenzy
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Werner’s life is a story of euphoria and collapse, of the fine line between desire and the realisation that you can’t stop as quickly as you think. It’s about addiction, which casts a shadow over life and work. -
Absenteeism and income protection insurance: what are the issues?
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Is my salary guaranteed when I’m off sick?
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If you’re one of the 80% of employees who have income protection insurance, you don’t need to worry about your finances if you’re off sick for a few days. But what about those who don’t have it? -
Job Crafting
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Is your work extremely interesting or rather monotonous? In every job, no matter how interesting or uninteresting it may be, what matters is what you make of it and what meaning you give it, says Professor Amy Wrzesniewski. You can start today. -
Coping well with quiet days
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Christmas. A celebration of family and love. But not for everyone. Some people feel lonely, especially during the Christmas season. -
Practical Tips for Your Flexible Workspace
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Our work psychologist Jan Borer shares how you can work ergonomically and safely. -
Work Certificate 2.0, a Statement
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The classic work certificate has a long tradition in Switzerland. Yet many wonder whether it is still contemporary. In other countries it scarcely plays a role, whilst in Switzerland, Austria and Germany it often plays a decisive one. Added to this are coded text passages which can make the certificate appear very extensive and also "old-fashioned". -
Do I have to go to the office in this heat?
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While Switzerland does not prescribe fixed maximum temperatures, protective measures in the workplace are mandatory. -
Ski accidents: who is liable?
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In January, our summits are white and the call of slippery slopes is tempting. What happens to employees in the event of an accident? -
Cybercrime in the workplace: what you can do about it
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In today's digital working world, cyber attacks are a constant threat. We have tips on how you can protect yourself against them. -
A little story about our holidays
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Trekking trips, cultural tours or cruises: that's how versatile our vacations look today. But that was not always the case. -
What is boundary management?
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Boundary management is the ability to set and live boundaries between work and private life. -
The ERC: a key role in the company
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Employees often only come into contact with employee representatives (ERs) when they are faced with unsolvable challenges in the company. But what are the actual tasks of an ER in a company? In this article, we will give you an overview of the most important rights and duties of an ER in Switzerland. -
Working against the flow of traffic: beware, the road is closed
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People are increasingly looking for meaning, not only in their private lives, but also in their work. Gone are the days of the food job. The younger generations, scalded by the urgency of the climate crisis, coupled with the health crisis we saw in 2020, are moving towards a job that not only embraces their skills, but also defends values. -
Difficult Career Start after Childhood Cancer
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In Switzerland, around 350 children and young people are diagnosed with cancer every year. Their chances of survival are good, but the long-term consequences often affect their career prospects. -
Navigating Year-End Office Celebrations with Elegance and Professionalism
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The end of the year is approaching, and December is often the month synonymous with celebrations and festivities. This is the time for companies to thank their staff and organise events or "company dinners".
Be careful, however, not to over-stage the party and avoid any excesses, either on the plate or with colleagues. -
Accident - what You Need to Know
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We tell you what to look for in a work injury - so you can put your time and energy into your recovery. -
Apprentices Are Specially Challenged Mentally
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Many young people suffer from psychological problems. This makes a stable environment in the apprenticeship all the more important. -
How to Sleep Better
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Is work depriving you of sleep? Then heed our tips for a healthy sleep. -
Working with a Mental Illness
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If you are mentally distressed, work can help you get better faster. -
How to Eat Healthy for Lunch
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Little time over lunch? All the more important is a healthy meal! -
Disconnect - this Is how It Works
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Bringing your work home is bad for your health. Psychotherapist Saskia Lüdi gives you tips on how to let go. -
Is it possible to be relaxed at work?
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Some employees are reluctant to go to work, as it is often a source of stress for them. Is it possible to reverse this trend? Employés Suisse took a look at the ways in which employees can make their working lives more enjoyable. -
How Your Employees Stay Healthy
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As a boss, healthy employees are important to you. Find out what you can do for them. -
Occupational Diseases – these Are Your Rights
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For employees, it is worth clarifying whether an illness is an occupational disease. -
How Do I Deal with Job Worries?
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Am I good enough at my job? Is my job secure? That's exactly the kind of worries this article is about. -
4-day Week: "We Work in a More Focused Way".
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Employees at Huggystudio work from Monday to Tuesday. "Now we are happier and more successful," says Managing Director Daniel Abebe. -
Employees Bear Burden of Shortage of Workers
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In half of the companies, employees have to do the work of absent colleagues. We need other recipes. -
Work-Life Balance Is Just as Important as Job Security
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Employees in Switzerland want a good work-life balance and flexible working hours. They have little concern about losing their job. -
Almost Everyone Is Stressed from Work
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More than a quarter of working people in Switzerland are permanently stressed, and just under half are temporarily stressed. This costs us 6.5 billion francs. -
How to avoid Boreout
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Are you bored to tears at work every day? Then do something about it before you fall into a boreout. -
What You Can Do against Stress
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Meditating, laughing, exercising, healthy eating – many things help against stress at work. A practical guide. -
How Do I Recognize the Alarm Signals of Burnout?
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Learn how to recognize burnout at an early stage. -
How to Prevent Burnout
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Your work can be a cause of burnout. Find out what you can do to prevent it. -
Am I Obliged by Law to Provide Emergency Aid?
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Everyone would like to help someone in need. Sometimes, however, you are overwhelmed by it. -
Am I Susceptible to Boreout?
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Boreout – can it happen to me too? Here are the most important factors that can cause boreout. -
Boreout – a Vicious Circle
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Boreout is much more than twiddling your thumbs at work. It is a condition that can make people seriously ill. -
Child Sick – Am I Entitled to Paid Leave?
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How many days of paid leave can parents take to care for their children? -
Do I Have to Work Sick?
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You can still work with a slight scratchy throat. But not at all with the flu. -
Is the Employer Liable for Stress at Work?
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Employees can become ill because of stress at work. Can they hold their employer liable for this? -
Working with an Impairment – Your Rights
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People with disabilities should not be discriminated against at work, but rather encouraged. -
Burnout Risk: Can the Law Help?
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If a company cuts jobs, those who remain have to absorb the additional burden. Their risk of burnout increases. -
Can my Employer Monitor me if I Have a Burnout?
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An employer hires a private detective to investigate his employee, who is on sick leave due to burnout. He doubts his ability to work and dismisses him without notice. Is that allowed? -
When the Body Can't Take any more
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How Anna fell into a deep depression and how she picked herself up again. -
Is Quiet Quitting Advisable?
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Maybe you have heard of quiet quitting – doing the minimum, not a bit more. Is that a good idea? -
What Is Quiet Quitting?
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Quiet Quitting means: Someone decides to do only exactly what is required at work, the minimum. -
Quiet Quitting – not Going the Extra Mile
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Another trend from the world of work is currently spilling over from the USA to Europe: Quiet Quitting. What is behind it and who does it concern?
