Articles by Jon Mertz

Six Spaces Required for Effective Collaboration

What makes collaboration work? The first thought probably centers on the workplace design. Many articles have been written and offices showcased on how space can help facilitate conversations and give people the flexibility to solve problems together. The second thought may be around culture. After all, collaboration is about people working together, and the intangibles […]

5 Career Principles to Activate Between Generations

The shift is happening. This year, Millennials will be the largest generation in the American workforce. One in three employees are Millennials, and more are coming. Preventing a generational shift is impossible. We have a choice: Do we demean a generation? Do we activate a new generation? It is that simple. Do you hold people […]