We all lose direction sometimes. From the time we’re children, we find purpose in the things we do fairly easily. We create goals and dream big dreams almost as easily as we breathe or play with our friends. We have a “Why” from the moment someone asks us, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” for the …
Goal setting is always a hot topic. Being able to properly set goals, follow through on them, and eventually achieve them is one of life’s greatest pleasures. On top of that, regular goal setting also propels you towards the life you want. The problem is, the goals we set often fail. If you struggle achieving your goals, it may be …
With all of the changes occuring in life and workplaces, it’s no wonder that people are experiencing burnout. So, actually, what happens to our brains when we feel burnout? How can we manage our thoughts, behaviors when we feel burnout? Managing burnout is and can be a real challenge but if we understand how our brain functions, we can manage …
A healthy work/life balance is probably something you really want to achieve, but it’s getting harder and harder in this modern world. The good news is that you can use your professional strategic skills to get some balance back into your life. Here’s how in 12 easy steps. Log Your Time Maybe you’re used to tracking your time for billing …
Did you know that only 8% of people reach their goals? That’s right! The other 92 % fail within weeks or months. According to researchers, one of the main differentiators who are successful, comes down to one simple thing: setting specific and challenging goals. Naturally, there are several other factors to goal achievement, but for now, let’s focus only on …
How is your career mojo? Navigating a return to work after a long absence can be daunting, especially if it requires securing a new position. Typically, most people rely on networking as a common strategy. However, with so many workers, managers, and leaders furloughed or laid off, the competition can be fierce. Add to that bias about long-term unemployment, and …
It’s hard to keep a focused mind Have you ever had important things to do, but you just couldn’t make yourself do them? Sometimes it’s simple procrastination, but that’s not the only explanation that applies when you’re resisting your work. There can be a huge variety of reasons that are preventing you from taking the action you know you should …
When we think of goal setting, we usually think of goals that envision a specific outcome. Some examples include: Lose 20 pounds. Increase income by 10%. Buy a larger house/newer vehicle. Run a marathon. Save money for college. Of course, these are just a few of the more common goals that people set for themselves. But what if we based …
