It’s November, and while retailers have been hinting at it for weeks, the holiday season now truly is upon us. Often, it’s a joyous, celebratory time, but for some, it may be tiring, stressful, or even sad and difficult. So, as you enter the holiday season at work, keep it all in perspective. At the… Read More »
Tag: Wellbeing
Is it Time for You to Create a Goals Map?
When you’re traveling somewhere new, chances are you need a GPS to ensure you get there successfully and on time. Or, you can go old school and use a map … but the point is, you probably don’t want to just hit the road and play it by ear. Not if you have a specific,… Read More »
Your Relationship with Your Coworkers is More Important than You Might Think
You spend a lot of time at work – whether it’s on site or remotely. So, building good relationships with those you interact with on a day-to-day basis is critical. It can have a huge impact on how successful you are, how much you enjoy your work, and how happy you are with your life… Read More »
From Failure to Fuel: A Guide to Overcoming
“Success is not final; failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” (Maya Angelou) Everyone makes mistakes. Some are just minor blips that are barely noticeable. Others are epic. But mistakes happen – because (a) everyone is human and (b) they are an unavoidable aspect of living in an imperfect world.… Read More »
3 Common Myths About Employee Benefits Debunked
A recent report from the Society for Human Resource Management concludes that what employees want in terms of their compensation and benefits isn’t always the same as what employers assume they want. Numerous other studies reinforce SHRM’s conclusion. Here are three common benefits-related myths – and the reasons why you can’t craft your benefits strategy… Read More »
3 Challenges Employers Face and How to Overcome Them
“Challenge” is a multi-faceted word. It’s defined by Merriam Webster Dictionary as “a stimulating task or problem; a summons that is often threatening, provocative, stimulating or inciting.” Listed among its synonyms are “difficulty, protest, objection, complaint” and even “stink.” While there may be some employees who claim they “love” or “rise to” a challenge, for… Read More »
Why It’s Important to Find Purpose in Your Work
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 »
How Important is a Good Boss?
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 »
Does Your Career Match Your Personality? Here’s How You’ll Know
Your career should feel like a natural extension of yourself and your personality – giving you a true understanding of who you are, what you want to accomplish, and how you can add value to your employer and satisfaction to your life. Not just this week or this year, but for the long term. How… Read More »
Pets in the Workplace?
Pets at work can be enjoyable, safe and beneficial – and having them there is an increasingly common employee benefit. But before you jump right into having Fido show up with his owner on Monday morning, be sure you weigh the pros and cons, be aware of any related concerns, and take a few other… Read More »