Getting off on the right foot can be the key to launching a productive day. Even if you struggle with unusually hectic mornings, change is possible. Use these seven tips to create an unbeatable morning routine. Decide What You Want to Accomplish Chances are, you’re reading this article BECAUSE you want your mornings to be better. So, start by asking yourself what exactly you want to accomplish. Better health? A… Read More »
At some point in your life, you probably didn’t know how to do something. So, maybe you just pretended everything was fine… until it wasn’t. Are you looking for a better solution? Ditch the “fake it until you make it” attitude and try these strategies instead. Admit You Don’t Know It All Especially in the workplace setting, many people feel pressured… Read More »
If you lost your job during the COVID-19 crisis, you might feel overwhelmed. After all, how are you supposed to find a new position with unemployment rates spiking into the double digits. Take a deep breath. You can do this! Use these tips to launch a successful job search and get back to work. Complete One Task Every Day… Read More »
It’s midday. You’re hungry and tired. Should you grab something to eat and crash in the break room? Or should you try to fit in some exercise? Explore that second option and get out and go for a walk at lunch! The Benefits of Walking at Lunch Log Your Exercise According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adults should get at least… Read More »
Did you lose your job during the Coronavirus pandemic? You are not alone. Millions of people filed for unemployment throughout the spring of 2020. If you’re ready to look for work again, here’s how to begin job hunting after COVID-19 unemployment. Start Immediately There may not be many positions available now, but don’t use this as an excuse to delay your search. You are wasting valuable time. Instead,… Read More »
You’ve decided you’re unhappy at work. But… do you hate your job or hate working? Before you start looking for something else, you need to figure out what’s wrong. Signs You Hate Your Job You dread going to work You worry about your job during your free time You repeatedly catch yourself complaining about work You’ve distanced yourself from your co-workers You feel frustrated because you wish you liked your job You’re noticed symptoms of stress such… Read More »
When you hear the words job search, what comes to mind? Maybe you think EXCITING? But, it’s more likely your one of your first thoughts is SCARY. However, if deep down, you know your current positions aren’t right, getting a new job IS in your best interest. So, let’s break your fear down. Here are four reasons you are afraid to get a new job and how to fight off your… Read More »
Are you trying to decide what you would like to do for a living? Office work? Health care? Skilled trades? How about manufacturing? Although often overlooked, manufacturing can be a good career choice. Here are four reasons why you should consider looking into this field. Skills Shortages In September 2019, The National Association of Manufacturers reported a record number of 522,000 open jobs. And, according to industry estimates, this number could grow to 2.4… Read More »
Your job is driving you crazy, and you don’t know what to do. You could quit, but starting fresh can be so scary. It would probably be easier to stay… if only you weren’t so unhappy. Are you tired of going around in this circle? Here are three motivating tips to get you back on the road to success. Your Current Job Won’t Magically Fix Itself. Ok, so you… Read More »
You’ve probably heard people take about their perfect job. But as world-renowned physicist Stephen Hawking once said, “Perfection simply doesn’t exist.” So, how can you have a job you love without anticipating every day will be perfect? 3 Ways Overcome the Idea of a Perfect Job Recognize Bad Days Happen Even if you’ve landed your dream job, you’ll have days where things go wrong. You might make an embarrassing mistake, receive a mediocre performance… Read More »