One of the biggest complaints in the workplace is a lack of communication, or poorly executed communication. I see this all the time and I bet you have too. So why is it that communication fails at work and what can we do to fix it? There are several key causes that I've come across in my own work experience. Let's analyze these primary reasons below. The good news is all of … [Read more...]
Inspirational Quotes For Students And Working Adults: Timeless Advice
Gosh, summer flew by in a flash and we're now smack dab in the middle of back to school. Hope all of you had a nice Labor Day Weekend! If you're enrolled in classes this Fall, congrats on being one step closer to your degree! For the rest of us who are working, it's good to remember the excitement and energy we used to have as students and find ways to apply that to our … [Read more...]
15 Tips On How To Gain Authority At Work And Get More Respect
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...]
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...]