The desired progression in any career path is to advance and move upwards. But things don't always work out that way. Sometimes we move sideways, often we get stuck, and occasionally we even get pushed backwards. Nobody's perfect and sometimes we get hit with expected career curveballs. Other times we may willingly choose to accept a junior role in order to switch industries … [Read more...]
The Sweet Taste Of Victory: YES! Holy Smokes I Did It!
There's no greater feeling than the moment you achieve a goal, cross the finish line, and complete something remarkable. The sweet taste of victory is euphoric and filled with immeasurable happiness. But it takes a lot to get there. I'm talking sweat, anxiety, conquering fears, taking risks, and building mental toughness. But a lot of times we get lazy and don't want to get … [Read more...]
Travel Smarter And Have More Fun The Untemplate Way
Summer is coming to a close, but many people are still running around on 1-2 week vacations basking in the sun. I'm jealous. I haven't taken a vacation since the Spring, which feels like ages ago, and I'm so ready for my next one. I just have to be patient. Perhaps you just came back from a trip and are feeling sluggish trying to get back into the rhythm of normal life again. … [Read more...]
The Right Ways To Multitask Without Damaging Your Brain
I remember when describing yourself as a multitasker was an attribute every employer wanted to hear from job candidates. Nowadays, not so much. Why? Because too many people are doing it wrong! The world is a lot more complicated and fast paced now, and so many of us don't know how to sit still or focus effectively. We feel like we have to be doing something all the time, even … [Read more...]
What If You Lost Everything Except Your Career?
I've had a rough year so far. Scratch that, make that a rough ten months. It's unfortunate that this has been the most stressful and challenging period of my career. So much for thinking things get easier the more work experience you accumulate. Recently I had a bit of a wake up call when someone close to me asked, "what if you lost everything except your career?" I was … [Read more...]