The decision to use recognition as an on-the-spot bonus instead of merely pay increases is a fascinating one, because pay increases can create new mental anchors for how much the person feels happy earning, whereas the social recognition program is… — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
When we encounter an unexpected challenge of threat the only way to save ourselves is to hold on tight to the people around us and not let go. — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
Joy is something you can experience even when life is not pleasurable. Even in the midst of a long run, when your legs are… — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
Our daily decisions and habits have a huge impact upon both our levels of happiness and success. — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
Positive and engaged brains are a company's greatest assets. More than time and even more than productivity, people must be happy. — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
The idea of investing in the positivity of employees is often low down on companies' priority lists. — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
..the more you believe in your own ability to success the more likely it is that you will. — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
Focusing on the good isn’t just about overcoming our inner grump to see the glass half full. It’s about opening our minds to the… — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
Happiness is not the belief that we don't need to change; it's the realization that we can. — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
We sometimes think that the best doctors are the ones who have the most specialized knowledge or the fanciest degrees, but in fact, study… — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
Research shows you get multiple tasks done faster if you do them one at a time. It also decreases stress and raises happiness. — Shawn Achor Copy Share Image
