Have you ever done something so stupid at the office you just want to kick yourself? We all have! There are a lot of common mistakes to avoid at work simply by being aware of what could happen and being more careful. While newer employees tend to make more mistakes due to lack of experience, that doesn't mean you're safe if you've been on the job for a couple years. And even … [Read more...]
Should I Get A Cat? Weighing The Pros Cons And Costs Of Getting A Cat
As a former owner of two cats for 17 years, I've been thinking about getting another pet recently and wondering "should I get a cat?" When you've had any pet for that long, it's not as easy a decision as you might think to get another pet. A LOT happens in 17 years. After all I had my two cats for half of my entire life! It's pretty crazy when you think about it that way. So … [Read more...]
Why Are Some Clients Total Jerks?! 6 Reasons For Rude Clients
Pretty much every business out there has clients. Perhaps the more specific label you'd give them within your business would be readers, consumers, renters, patients, students, patrons, customers, or guests. But at the end of the day, they're your clients, even if they're rude clients. And they have a giant impact on both the success and enjoyment factor of your job. Lately, a … [Read more...]
Welcome The New With Helpful Quotes About Change
Change is hard, especially when it's prescribed by someone else or events out of our control. Having to learn how to navigate around a new platform can be frustrating. Adjusting to a new schedule or a different set of work assignments can feel overwhelming. Having to rebuild or relocate after your home is destroyed by fire is devastating. And being told aspects of our … [Read more...]
Nothing Is Permanent
When I was in college, I remember a group of Tibetan monks came to visit our school. The main purpose of their visit was education and sharing one of their unique Buddhist traditions, the creation and destruction of a sand mandala. I had never heard of a sand mandala before so I had no idea what to expect or what the significance was. In short, the wisdom they would impart on … [Read more...]