There was once a time when smoking breaks were just par for the course. It must have been frustrating for non-smokers to see colleagues take numerous breaks throughout the day while they slaved away. But perhaps they were on to something. Microbreaks are something more companies are beginning to embrace and for good reasons. The… Read More »
Being part of an innovative team is exciting. The energy, the creative process, the relationships, and the satisfaction of doing the work are all products of a high-level team. A group of this quality feels like a dream when you are a young leader. It is easy to think that limitations do not apply. In… Read More »
Leadership can come in various forms, and that’s a good thing because we all learn, communicate, and adapt differently to individual leadership styles. Leaders of the future understand the complexities of humanity and can appeal to all aspects of our quirky personalities because of one thing: emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence in leadership is far more… Read More »
“Discover what you love and become really good at it” are the words of Steve Jobs in his Stanford commencement speech back in 2005.[1] Cliche perhaps, but taking the bus at 6 am on a Monday will make one realize that many don’t love the work they do. Do you wake up every morning excited… Read More »
It’s hard to write about experts’ opinions and views on how to work through grief because how we feel and deal with grief is a very individual experience. That is why I have chosen to tell my story about how I dealt with tragic loss and unbearable grief in my life. I do believe, however,… Read More »
Happiness is an emotional state, which is characterized by feelings of joy, fulfillment, or satisfaction. But did you know there are different types of happiness? That’s right. Happiness is not a one-size-fits-all emotion. All happiness is not the same, and there are even stages and levels of happiness. In this article, I will share with… Read More »
Would people call you a “worrier?” Are your fingernails bitten down to little nubs because you’re constantly thinking about the general “what ifs” of life? Think about how much you’re missing out on because of worry. Does it take you away from fun social events? Does it impact your performance at work? Does it keep… Read More »
The law of diminishing returns is one of the most important principles in the world of economics. It helps you find the right balance in production in your organization. Regardless of the products or services you provide, understanding the law of diminishing returns will have a huge impact on your organization’s efficiency. The concept of… Read More »
Life after divorce is a mix of so many emotions. It can feel like you are putting out fires all over the place. There are so many things to consider when starting over again after a divorce. Once the dust settles, you may begin thinking about dating. Dating in general is equivalent to a 100-yard… Read More »
The food we eat has a big effect on how our body’s inflammatory system works. For example, foods high in carbohydrates have been seen to have an effect on raising the likelihood of chronic inflammation.[1] On the other hand, low-carb foods that are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants are seen to do the… Read More »
We all start relationships because we need to love and be loved, to feel appreciated and safe. But these are not the only basic needs each person seeks in a romantic union. So, what are the rest of the valuable things? The problem is that we can rarely formulate our core needs in a relationship… Read More »