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In-Depth: The Science On Sustainable Pace, Stress, And Motivation

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This increases blood pressure, heart rate, and tenses muscles (McEwen, 2017). al, 2013), healthcare professionals (Papathanasiou et. Neuroscientific research has shown that the neurotransmitter dopamine increases our intrinsic motivation, and is also released upon pursuing that motivation (Di Domenico & Ryan, 2017). Furuyama, T.,

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The Functions of a Project Management Office

Project Pulse Journal

Here are three common types of PMOs from across various sectors: Supportive PMO Industry Application - A supportive PMO is common in industries where projects require flexibility and autonomy, such as IT and software development enterprises. Function - A supportive PMO provides guidance, best practices, templates, and tools.

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4 Best (and Worse) Cities for Remote Workers

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According to a study by FlexJobs, remote work grew by 159% between 2005 and 2017, and the trend has only accelerated due to recent global events. Quality of Life: Factors such as healthcare, safety, education, climate, and recreational options matter for a well-rounded lifestyle.