We’ve all heard the sayings that we only use 10-20% of our brains. Fortunately that's just urban legend. Most of the time we're using almost all the parts of our brain, it just may not be performing the way we'd like it to. What our three pound brains do use is about 20% of our body's energy! I recently got to attend a fun and insightful lecture called “50 Minutes to a Better … [Read more...]
Why Communication Fails At Work And Ways We Can Fix It
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...]
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...]
The Challenge Of Concentrating: Why Can’t I Focus?! Do I Have ADHD?
Although I don't really like to admit it, I have a really hard time focusing a lot of the time. Maybe some of you feel the same way. Lately I just can't stop asking myself why can't I focus?! Do I have ADHD? I get distracted way too easily, whether it's my own fault or not, and sometimes I really have to fight myself in order to concentrate. It gets me so frustrated … [Read more...]
15 Benefits Of Organizational Skills Businesses Can’t Afford To Overlook
How organized are you? A lot of people fall somewhere in between extremes and can benefit from improving their organizational skills. I feel fortunate that organization has always come naturally to me, it's a large part of how I function. But organization is a struggle for a lot of people and it takes practice and patience to develop. I find it frustrating that organizational … [Read more...]