Author
Sara Küpfer

Sara Kuepfer is a staff writer for getAbstract in Lucerne, Switzerland.
  • The World Post-Pandemic? It’s Not Going To Be What You Expect.
    Paolo Gallo
    The World Post-Pandemic? It’s Not Going To Be What You Expect.

    The “New Normal” has turned into the buzzword du jour. But is the world really going to settle into a new routine following the disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic? Author and executive coach Paolo Gallo…

    August, 24 2020 by Sara Küpfer
  • “Is Talent Overrated?”
    “Is Talent Overrated?”

    Do you attribute high performance to genes or deliberate practice? It’s an age-old debate – but recent studies favor the latter.

    August, 24 2020 by Sara Küpfer
  • “It’s Up To the Users To Advocate for Change”
    Brian Solis, photo by Stuart Tracte
    “It’s Up To the Users To Advocate for Change”

    Has COVID-19-induced physical distancing made our unhealthy relationship with technology worse? Not necessarily, argues digital anthropologist and author Brian Solis. But the time has come for consumers to start demanding for technology that will help…

    August, 18 2020 by Sara Küpfer
  • “What Can I Do Proactively To Keep My Skills Up To Date?”
    “What Can I Do Proactively To Keep My Skills Up To Date?”

    You know that constant upskilling and reskilling are a must if you want to remain in the workforce long-term. But what are your options for future-proofing your skill set?

    August, 7 2020 by Sara Küpfer
  • Ancient Buddhist Wisdom for Turbulent Times
    Ancient Buddhist Wisdom for Turbulent Times

    Though timeless, the teachings of Buddhism are uniquely suited to cope with today’s fast-paced world.

    July, 31 2020 by Sara Küpfer
  • Think Like a Rower, and Other Life Lessons from Sports
    Think Like a Rower, and Other Life Lessons from Sports

    Organizations increasingly recognize lifelong learning as an economic imperative. But work-relevant learning does not stop at the end of the workday.

    July, 30 2020 by Sara Küpfer
  • “How Can You Make Consumption Sustainable?”
    “How Can You Make Consumption Sustainable?”

    It has been suggested that if everyone on planet Earth lived the way we do in the developed world, we would need four planets. Present-day consumerism is unsustainable – but how can it be replaced?

    June, 30 2020 by Sara Küpfer
  • “Is Consumerism Preventing Us from Being Happy?”
    “Is Consumerism Preventing Us from Being Happy?”

    Choices, choices everywhere. Keeping up with the latest fashion and gadgets is not just cash-intensive but also time-consuming. Think about it this way: What else could you be doing with the time not spent consuming?

    June, 30 2020 by Sara Küpfer
  • Kick Off Your Staycation – the Right Way
    Kick Off Your Staycation – the Right Way

    This summer, many will forgo traveling to a vacation destination. Still, you will need to take some time off. Learn how to maximize the benefits of your staycation – and return to work feeling more…

    June, 22 2020 by Sara Küpfer
  • “How Can I Be an Ally to a Marginalized Co-Worker?”
    “How Can I Be an Ally to a Marginalized Co-Worker?”

    Contribute to a more inclusive workplace – one small but powerful gesture at a time.

    June, 19 2020 by Sara Küpfer