No matter the reason for travel or the length of a trip, the weeks leading up to vacation are usually stressful. This is bound to happen because there’s so much to get done before your departure. Between packing, making an itinerary, and everything in between, traveling requires a lot of work — but it’s well […]
With a shared calendar, your team is on the same page regarding approaching deadlines, upcoming client meetings, and other deliverables. In today’s hectic world, it can be all too easy to miss a deadline, but with a shared calendar, your team has your back. A shared calendar thereby increases collaboration while improving team communication channels. […]
Moving in with your significant other can be an incredibly rewarding “next step” in any relationship. You get to wake up side-by-side with the (hopefully) love of your life and share more of your most important moments together. Living together is total bliss, from walking hand-in-hand down the grocery aisle to cuddling up on the […]
Do you ever feel like a hamster on a wheel, perpetually spinning but never getting anywhere? Welcome to the club. In a LinkedIn report, 76% of respondents said they felt trapped in their personal lives, 31% were unsure about their futures, 27% were stuck in the same routines, and 26% were lonely (26%). And that […]
In the corporate world, your calendar is your bread and butter. It houses your schedule, informs the priority of your workday, and dictates where your time will be spent. So, it’s no wonder this entity is a primary focus for workers and leaders alike. But when you live and die by your schedule, it’s only […]
Does the traditional workweek sometimes seem like a marathon? If so, how would it feel if the same number of hours could be achieved in fewer days? Enter the 9/80 work schedule. For those unfamiliar, here’s the gist. Basically, it’s a compressed workweek. However, it allows employees to work 80 hours over nine days instead […]
Nothing makes kids happier than summer break. After all, it’s the end of routines and the beginning of endless possibilities. However, it can also force parents to fight endless battles against boredom, meltdowns, and the constant cry, “What should I do?” I personally know how much my mom dreaded summer break. However, there is good […]
Time is a precious resource. You can’t take it back once it’s gone. And unlike many other assets, you can’t buy more of it. As an irreplaceable commodity, time is paramount to business executives. The differentiating factor between a successful leader and a not-so-successful leader is often how they decide to spend their time. With […]
Summer break. It’s a time for carefree days, lazy mornings, and swimming in the pool, right? That’s not always possible when you’re juggling work deadlines with rambunctious children. When parents are working from home, the joy of sunshine can be overshadowed by the stress of keeping their children entertained while maintaining productivity. The good news […]
Delivering bad news is never easy, but it’s an inevitable part of leadership. How you handle layoffs, failed projects, or less-than-positive performance reviews can impact your team’s morale, trust, and productivity. The good news? You can deliver bad news with empathy and respect, minimizing its negative impact and encouraging resilience and collaboration. Here are some […]
