If you work full time, that adds up to about 90,000 hours over the course of your life. Five days a week … eight hours a day … for many, it means spending a majority of your waking hours at your job. So, that time had best be meaningful and satisfying, or you run the… Read More »
Are you considering a career change? It’s a huge step up from a job change; rather, it’s a complete pivot into a new field or area. The idea can be thrilling, exciting, daunting, and downright scary. It takes ambition, careful planning, and thoughtful execution. Let’s say your mind is made up: it’s time to make… Read More »
Let’s face it: the word “boss” doesn’t always have the greatest connotations. If you are a boss, no offense, but hey, you have to admit: it’s true. And if you’re a job hunter, it’s critically important to evaluate your potential future boss just as much as they’re evaluating you. Because no matter how much you… Read More »
You’ve probably heard the saying, “Perception is reality.” But even if you haven’t, the concept is worth considering – especially when it comes to relationships with your coworkers. Physical, Quick, Acute and Intuitive The dictionary defines perception as “awareness of the elements of environment through physical sensation; physical sensation interpreted in the light of experience;… Read More »
Have you taken any time lately to reflect on where you’re going in your career? It’s easy fall into a “same old, same old” pattern where you get up, go to work, do your job in an adequate way or better, come home, then rinse and repeat. And while there’s nothing glaringly wrong with that,… Read More »
Do you want to make it all the way to the top at your company? It’s not for everybody – and that’s okay, of course. But if you’ve envisioned yourself as a senior-level executive, but aren’t quite sure it’s realistic or feasible, there are some indicators that could tell you whether you’re moving in the… Read More »
“It is confidence in our bodies, minds and spirits that allows us to keep looking for new adventures, new directions to grow in, and new lessons to learn – which is what life is all about.” Few people would argue with these words from media mogul Oprah Winfrey. But sometimes, self-confidence is hard to achieve,… Read More »
“Since President Kennedy signed the Equal Pay Act in 1963, the gap between men and women’s earnings has narrowed by less than a half-cent per year. At this rate, American women will have to wait until 2062 to bring home the same salary as their male counterparts.” (Congresswoman Jackie Speier) Yup. You’ve probably heard about… Read More »
Your business wants employees to feel great about their daily work. As such, you prioritize employee retention. You do everything in your power to help your workers thrive. But there is always room for improvement. When it comes to employee retention, you need to plan accordingly. Here are four employee retention tips to support your… Read More »
Staffing may be a problem for your business and many others in 2022. This is due in large part to the “Great Resignation.” The Great Resignation began in 2021 and looks poised to continue in the foreseeable future. More than 34.5 million Americans quit their jobs in 2021. Meanwhile, research indicates 23% of Americans intend… Read More »