Amy Rigby
Amy Rigby is a freelance writer who shares evidence-based advice that helps you do your best work. Since 2013, she's scaled and exited a content business and helped startups across the globe win over customers through the power of the written word. You can find more of her articles in places like Trello, GoDaddy and Foundr.
Articles by Amy Rigby
How Workday HR software and F4S enhance employee performance
It seems like there's a software solution for everything these days —which can feel overwhelming at times. If you're tired of juggling multiple tools and want to streamline operations, optimize your teams, and boost performance, switching to an all-in-one solution like Workday HR software makes a lot of sense.
Women of color in the workplace: why representation matters
Women are half of the workforce and hold more college degrees than men, but they remain underrepresented and underpaid at every level—with women of color struggling the most.
Why is leadership important? The crucial ways leaders shape a company
57% of employees have left an organization because of a manager.
"What motivates you?" How to answer this critical interview question
No matter how well you prepare, the common interview question, “What motivates you?” can be daunting. But, what if you had a better understanding of the interviewer's motivation behind asking this?
What is self-awareness and why is it important? (With examples and tips to improve yours)
How well do you really know yourself? Probably not as well as you think. According to research by Tasha Eurich, 95% of people claim to have self-awareness-but only 10 to 15% actually do.
What are the 3 types of goals?
From New Year’s resolutions to sales commissions to performance bonuses, goals are intertwined in so many parts of society. Setting goals is easy; it’s achieving them that’s challenging.
21 workplace wellness challenges that don’t focus on weight loss
How can you promote overall wellness on your team without making it feel forced?
Victim mentality: 8 signs & how to overcome it
"What's the point in trying when I never win?"
Unappreciated at work? Here’s what you can do about it
You put in extra effort, always help your colleagues and produce excellent results for your company—but no one even notices. Being undervalued hurts.
The 3 types of stress affecting everyone in 2021 (with 9 tips on how to cope)
In 2021, Americans are stressed more than ever, reporting higher stress levels than in the early days of the pandemic.
10 types of nonverbal communication (that build rapport)
Have you ever fretted over a draft of an email or a text message and asked a friend to review it before you hit “send”? My guess is that most of us have found ourselves in that situation a few times. Now, have you ever asked a friend to review your hand gestures, posture or voice intonation? Probably not.
Toxic positivity: Why “good vibes only” is destroying mental health
Toxic positivity encourages emotional suppression, which is linked to poor health outcomes.