Art Markman

Art Markman, PhD is a professor of Psychology and Marketing at the University of Texas at Austin and Founding Director of the Program in the Human Dimensions of Organizations. Art is the author of Smart Thinking and Habits of Leadership, Smart Change, Brain Briefs, and, most recently, Bring Your Brain to Work.

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Art Markman

Conventional brainstorming doesn’t work. Try this method instead

The 6-3-5 method takes fuller advantage of the group’s skills.

Do these 3 things the next time you get criticism that stings

Receiving feedback—even when it’s meant to be constructive—is hard.

Why everyone’s favorite personality test is BS

Please stop using the Myers-Briggs test, writes psychologist and professor Art Markman.

How to deal with the coworker you hate as you return to the office

Think about this as a time to reset your relationship.

How to make new friends as an adult

These three strategies can help if you’re looking to make new and meaningful connections.

4 ways a boss can create a toxic workplace

If you’ve worked with a toxic boss, then these behaviors will probably sound all too familiar.

3 habits of especially happy people

If you’re looking to improve your outlook, take a lesson from these individuals.

How to deal with a flaky coworker

Few things are as frustrating as dealing with a colleague who isn’t doing their fair share of a group project.

3 effective ways to gain confidence at work

A lack of confidence can have a profound effect on your career. But there are simple steps you can take to develop your confidence level.

3 ways the pandemic changed your brain when it comes to work

This period hasn’t affected all people in the same way, but we are seeing some common trends.

Are you micromanaging your team? Here’s why and how to stop it

By micromanaging, you’re trading your short-term anxiety for long-term trouble. Here’s how to get back on track.

How journaling reduces stress and increases productivity

If you’re caught in a cycle of overthinking and stress, the simple act of writing can be a powerful tool.

What to do when your work wife or work husband gets a new job

Finding out that your favorite person at work is leaving is a real bummer. Here’s how to cope.

5 concrete steps to take when you’re overwhelmed by your to-do list

If you’re adding to your to-do list faster than you’re crossing tasks off, here’s what to do.

How to prepare for the coming inequity of the hybrid office

There are things that both employees and employers can do to ensure that people who choose to work from home get equal opportunities for advancement.

How to be an introvert at work when you’re surrounded by extroverts

It can be hard when everyone else on your team is more outgoing. Here’s how to stay comfortable without missing out on chances for career advancement.

How to have deeper (and better) conversations with your coworkers

It’s easy to stick to the same old topics like the weather or your weekend plans. But making an effort to get to know your coworkers can really pay off.

These are the 3 types of mental downtime your brain needs

Targeting different sources of mental fatigue can help make your time away from work be more restorative.

You shouldn’t always give 110%

Doing your absolute best on every project sounds great, until you consider the opportunity cost. Here’s what you should do instead.

How to suss out company culture during a job interview

Here are a few ways to get a sense of a company’s culture so you can determine whether it is a good fit for you.

Impact

Puerto Rico could rebuild its power grid with renewables, but FEMA plans to fund fossil fuels

Why Kaiser Permanente employees might be on the verge of a strike

These AI-powered dumpsters will help cities treat waste like a utility

News

Reuters calls out AT&T’s connection to far right media outlet OAN

Elon Musk’s SpaceX is reportedly worth $100 billion

Apple doubles its office space in L.A. to fight the streaming wars

Co.Design

Black children are almost 6 times more likely to drown than white children. Segregated pools are to blame

It’s time for designers to shift their obsession with user experience to user safety

How Oreos, iPhone cases, and TikTok could help museums make millions

Work Life

3 factors that go into a successful career

If you’re struggling at work, use these tips to tap your true passion