Editor’s Note: Celebrate the Spirit of Love!

It’s February, the month of love. Although love should be around us all year long, it is a good reminder to celebrate the spirit of love. Get ready to warm up your heart and soul and spend some time focusing on a little self-love too!

What about office romance? The recent incident of CNN President Jeff Zucker announcing his resignation, citing an undisclosed relationship with an employee has brought office romance in the spotlight. Although the global pandemic changed how workplaces function, as per a recent survey, one-quarter of working Americans either began a new workplace romance during Covid-19, or have continued an existing workplace romance that began before the pandemic. 
 

The cover article, Managing Love In The Workplace by Jennifer Tierney talks about why it is important to have an open-door policy allowing employees to feel comfortable reporting their relationships.

During the month of love, one company is advocating using love, harmony and kindness to unify groups and increase productivity. Kevin Guest’s article, Using Love, Harmony And Kindness To Increase Productivity, sheds light on why it’s the perfect time to increase our respect and harmony in all aspects of life. 

As Valentine’s Day approaches, singles across the globe will be eagerly scrolling through dating apps, hoping to secure a date for the big day. But could the algorithms that match budding lovers predict who amongst our colleagues will become love-struck – and with who? David Bernard’s article, Valentine’s Day: Can Artificial Intelligence Predict Office Romances? has the answers.

Nearly two years into the Covid-19 pandemic, a survey reports high percentages of U.S. adults are struggling with daily decisions because they’re stressed about the virus. Tom Noser's article, 3 Ways To Improve What You Can Control, talks about three areas in which you can better manage yourself, while improving the things you can control.

In brief, this month’s issue of Personal Excellence includes articles that focus on love, growth and tips to improve your personal development skills. We hope you enjoy reading all the articles and get back to us with your valuable feedback.

Enjoy the month by spending quality time with yourself and your loved ones.

Happy Reading!
 

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