BITESIZE RESEARCH TOPIC
What skills are affected by lack of sleep ?
Critical leadership capabilities or “ executive functions ” are the most affected
Comprehending and communicating in rapidly changing environments
Assessing risk and anticipating consequences
Producing innovative solutions to problems
Multi-tasking and decision-making
Displaying emotional intelligence ( empathy , self-awareness , self-confidence )
Team members who aren ’ t getting enough sleep can be
More :
• Irritable
• Stressed
• Prone to miss work due to health issues
Less :
• Focused
• Innovative
• Cooperative
This costs organizations an average of USD 2,280 a year in lost productivity per sleep-deprived employee
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