We asked Ubuntuworks board member, Raphael Chisuba Masesa, What brings you joy? He responded, “To give—whether that is material, or time, or just being present—I derive satisfaction and joy from that. To give, to reach ...

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In 2021, the American workforce changed dramatically; record numbers of employees left their jobs. Now dubbed The Great Resignation, the sea change left many people wondering about the future of work. What hasn’t changed, however, ...

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“The answers to the future always reside in the past.” This sentiment echoes the African philosophy of ubuntu, which translates in English to: “I am because you are.” Ubuntu is not a political or religious ...

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McKinsey’s 2020 survey results show that many employees do not feel fully included at work and want their organizations to do more to advance inclusion and diversity. To do so, companies can address four factors: ...

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Empathy refers to how we recognize and respond to other people’s emotions and experiences. When workplace leaders practice empathy, especially through active listening, they can help break down barriers that prevent true connection among coworkers. ...

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Spirituality means different things to different people, but meaning and purpose are common threads. In the workplace, spirituality can lead to deeper engagement, increase diversity and inclusion, and encourage the ubuntu-based principle of connection. The ...

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Workplace relationships matter more than we might think. After all, what we do for a living impacts no just us but those around us. Engagement plays a major role in feeling connected to our coworkers, ...

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Our wellbeing depends on feeling connected to other people, especially in the workplace. Surveys reveal that interconnectedness, a main principle of ubuntu, can impact our productivity, social skills, and health. By showing trust and respect ...

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Remote and hybrid work is now the norm for many companies and employees. So how can we feel grounded and stay connected in this new expanded virtual workplace? The ubuntu-based principle of wellbeing extends to ...

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The COVID-19 pandemic taught us the importance of professional relationships and feeling valued in the workplace. Additionally, positivity resonates to our career success and satisfaction when we feel connected to and supported by our coworkers. ...

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