You’ve heard the expression “no one is an island unto himself.” We all need help and support through life. In today’s business climate, this statement has never been more accurate. Companies are requiring more work from fewer staff and have higher performance requirements, while resources that help maintain high morale have been trimmed or eliminated. Under these conditions, business professionals are experiencing higher levels of job stress and many companies are finding it difficult to maintain high morale. There’s an essential team skill companies can apply that can help. It’s called peer support. [Read more…]