Difficulty managing new people
Being a manager is not an easy task. You have to be kind but firm, care but not care too much, and be able to effectively resolve conflicts as they arise. Not everyone is suited to management, and that is okay. But how do we become effective managers when we have difficult people working under […]
Simple tips to help with relocating
There is no way around it, moving can be an incredibly a stressful and frustrating ordeal. But moving can be so many other things too. If you are relocating due to a job, think about all of the new opportunities that will be available for you, all the doors this new job could open for […]
How to handle lay offs
Coronavirus or COVID-19 has recently created a wave of lay-offs and shut downs. Businesses have closed their doors, both temporarily and permanently. Life, jobs, and finances are shrouded in uncertainty. The most important thing to remember is to not take it personally. You did not personally create and distribute Coronavirus (COVID-19) on a massive scale. […]
What to consider before retiring
Retirement. It is often the light at the end of the tunnel after years of trudging through work week after work week, business meeting after business meeting. A break in the monotony of Corporate America. But what does retirement actually entail? It may not be all lounging in the pool and sipping fancy drinks as […]
Should I change careers or stay at my current job?
Do you look forward to going to work each morning? Do you feel fulfilled at your current job? Do you enjoy what you do? If you answered no to any or all these questions, it may be time for you to think about making a career change. It is in fact quite common for people […]
How do I negotiate?
Negotiation, like many other parts of life, is something we need to know in order the get what we want. Want a raise at work? Negotiate. Want to have pizza for dinner? Negotiate. Want the bigger dorm room? Negotiate. You are your best advocate and knowing how to negotiate can make you an even more […]
How to deal with difficult people
We have all had the pleasure of working with or encountering someone who just rubbed us the wrong way or frustrated us in new and unique ways. Unfortunately, difficult people are impossible to avoid, but we can all learn how to better deal with these people when our paths cross. How to handle ourselves when […]
How does one set boundaries?
What exactly are boundaries? In the simplest form, they are things that indicate limits. We have boundaries all around us, set by friends, family, and society. Boundaries can also emotional, mental, spiritual, sexual, financial or moral in nature. How do we learn about boundaries? Boundaries are something that we should start to see as young […]
Time Management
First and foremost, are we talking about time management or procrastination? Procrastination is often thought of as an issue of time management, not an issue of emotion. However, in recent years it has been linked more to emotions than previously thought. A lack of ability to manage time, or a propensity towards procrastination generally stems […]
Personal Growth
Googling “personal growth” will provide you with a plethora of quick fixes and easy steps to help you grow. Truthfully, there is no quick fix or 3 easy steps to personal growth. It is inherently personal in nature, and often requires a great deal of self-reflection and time to process. However, there are definitely ways […]