AUTHOR

Kate Bratskeir

Kate Bratskeir is a writer for WeWork’s Ideas by We, focusing on sustainability and workplace psychology. Previously, she was a senior editor at Mic and HuffPost. Her work has appeared in New York magazine, Health, Travel & Leisure, Women’s Health, and more.

LATEST STORIES

The hottest companies in the U.S. are all hiring for the same thing

LinkedIn’s recent ranking shows that grit and a growth mindset are what make a candidate stand out from the rest
Your complete guide to sustainable fashion—the movement disrupting the industry

What it is, why it matters, and the best clothing brands to buy
Five must-have products to start the fall season with a clean slate

A fresh scent, a wardrobe staple, and other goodies to mark new beginnings

How to find work-life balance in a high-pressure job

Shonda Rhimes, Mary Barra, and other executives share how they prevent burnout
‘Hope you’re well’ and ‘all the best’—what email niceties really mean

A linguist explains why email language sparks so many feelings, and why it doesn’t have to
Four must-have products for packing a sustainable lunch

If you’re still relying on single-use plastic items, it’s time to make the switch
How to host a lunch club at work—and why you should

A lunch club can help you get out of the sad-desk-lunch rut, and it comes with a boatload of additional benefits—scientifically-backed
Consider oat milk—and other ways to make your office more eco-friendly

These four small initiatives can make a big impact on the planet
11 ways to give better feedback at work

You and your employees have something to gain when you talk often and openly

To save ocean reefs, this company grows coral with incredible speed

Coral is dying at a rapid rate, but with its land-based technology, Coral Vita intends to change that
How these five food companies are building a more sustainable future

Eggs from happy hens, food waste turned into resources, and other ways these organizations are saving the planet
Karlie Kloss’s coding camp inspires girls throughout the country

For the second year, WeWork hosted Kode With Klossy in buildings around the U.S.
Fitness apps are getting smarter—and revolutionizing the home workout

Digital fitness offers access to personal training, live classes, and a community to cheer you on—all in the comfort of your own home
This company helps offices host puppy parties for stress relief

Forget in-office massages—Paws In Work brings a litter of velvety pups to offices in the UK for an instant relaxation fix
Industry leaders imagine the future of transportation—or how to make your commute less terrible

The world improves in every way when public transportation becomes more equitable and efficient
This designer’s calligraphy practice taught her where to draw the line at work

Janet Yang took up the art form for her wedding—but her skill and passion have given her so much more than something nice to look at

Working away from home, but bringing your home to work

Community team member Eugene Clowney brings the spirit of Harlem, his hometown, to his work in Boston
How to buy sustainable seafood (plus: two tasty recipes)

First up in WeWork and the James Beard Foundation’s dinner series: sustainable seafood with two award-winning chefs in Seattle