Do you ever feel like you’re constantly catching up? Despite piles of to-do lists and deadlines, you find yourself mindlessly scrolling through social media instead of actually getting things done. Don’t beat yourself up. After all, we’ve all experienced it. In today’s digital age, our attention spans are constantly being bombarded by distractions. Professor Gloria […]
Most military organizations run like clockwork. They have established systems and processes that hold their operations together, ensuring that everything, from soldiers to sandbags to bullets, is in the right place at the right time. When a military veteran takes that rigid ability to maintain efficiency and productivity and applies it to the business world, […]
Like anything else, work has slow times and incredibly busy moments. How you handle the hectic times determines your ability to succeed. Do you panic and freeze up or address the pressures head-on? If you properly address busy times at work, you can be sure to complete projects accurately and efficiently without added stress. But […]
How often do you stare at your massive to-do list, paralyzed by indecision? Do you also feel like you’re constantly being pulled in a million directions? This is a common struggle — however, there is a simple solution: the Eisenhower matrix. The Eisenhower Matrix, developed by Dwight D. Eisenhower (yes, the president! ), will help […]
For many, the summer vacation season is upon us. This means carefree days, beach excursions, and barbeques. In fact, over half of all American adults plan on taking a summer vacation this year. Of that 53 percent, 36 percent are planning domestic travel, 15 percent international trips, and 12 percent staycations. For those of us […]
PTO requests can spike during the summer, holidays, or a particularly sunny day. As a result, this can feel like a tidal wave for HR professionals and managers. Fortunately, you don’t need to sacrifice your productivity or sanity to navigate this peak. PTO 101 In the United States, small businesses are not required to offer […]
If you want to stay in good health, you need to be proactive. That means cooking good meals, getting lots of exercise, taking care of your eyes, attending regular appointments, and more. For many people, it seems impossible to find the time to take care of all these wellness activities. But with proper time management […]
Blogging can be an exciting and rewarding journey, but it can also lead to burnout and frustration, especially when results don’t meet expectations. This even leads some to consider simply giving up on their blog. But if you ask those who have successful blogs, they’ll tell you that staying motivated when you’re in the “valleys” […]
When you envision your future today, you can see yourself free from the hustle and bustle, reaping the rewards of all the preparation you’ve done yesteryear. However clear the vision, it’s the journey that’s a bit cloudy, the steps toward your ideal keeping your dream distant. No matter how lofty your goals or where you’re […]
Fresh out of college and ready to take on the world? Perhaps not, and there are plenty of reasons why most recent college graduates feel tremendously anxious and stressed about entering the workforce right after college. And having to deal with parents who are slightly out of touch with how the world works today shouldn’t […]
