Time is the most precious commodity we have. Each minute is an asset that once spent, you will never get back. Your time is perhaps the most meaningful thing you can share with someone else. You don’t have to be productive every minute of the day, because time spent in relaxation and enjoyment is time …
It has often been said that anything worth having must be worked for. That is very true about so many things, but especially about career opportunities. Even if you have a fairy godmother, I’m not sure she can wave a wand and make a new opportunity magically appear. You must work for it. Whether your …
So, you have a world-class resume, or, at least, you certainly should; is this enough to land you an interview? In many cases the answer is yes, but in a job market where there are often several hundred resumes submitted for one position, there is a way to further increase your chances. A cover letter …
When is the right time to think about your future? A critical look back at yesterday? Today? What about tomorrow? The answer is to develop a daily practice of resiliency. When a life event comes knocking on the door, people find themselves at a place in time when they have to make a hasty decision. …
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By Dottie Austin Our kids got us an iRobot Roomba last year, and I have to tell you that I am working that little robot every day. Great gift, especially during this past Thanksgiving week with 17 people living in our house for six days! My little buddy does a much better job and is …
If you want to get the job, you must first ace the interview, which is in essence a competition that at most one person will win (sometimes no one wins). How can you differentiate yourself and maximize your chances for success in an interview? These three suggestions are proven to make an impact. Do more …
On a recent trip to Italy, I visited Montecassino Abbey, a 6th century Benedictine monastery high on a hill. The 45-minute bus ride up the hill and then climbing 86 stairs to the top with no railing were so very worth it. The view was breathtaking, and the story of the location is amazing. The …
Think of a time at your job when you worked very hard, liked it, and accomplished something that yielded a strong sense of achievement when you were fully engaged with the task at hand. These are commonly called “peak moments”; those times you were certain that your contribution made a difference in meeting or exceeding the desired goals. …
What makes a great leader? One of the top three traits associated with great leaders is the ability to effectively give feedback to drive operational performance. In the millennial workplace formal performance evaluations are increasingly being phased out in favor or more regular, informal forms of ongoing feedback. Good leaders use corrective feedback to change …
Ever notice how when you become a bit stressed about something your heartbeat picks up a little speed? Did you know that you could calm yourself down by just breathing? I learned all this at yoga classes years ago. Breathing is so very important to the human condition, yet few really know how to breathe …
