Prepare for your next job loss, for peace of mind
Sorry to tell you this, but there’s a good chance you’re going to lose a job in the future. And quite likely it’s going to be something outside your direct […]
Recovering from disappointment
It happened. You had that important presentation to the big boss, and it went down in flames. You were worried about it, and your worst fears came true. Yikes! Okay, […]
Regenerating your energy
We’re constantly going through cycles in our jobs, in our careers, and in our lives. And if you’re out hunting for a job, it’s tough to keep your energy up […]
You can’t manage time
When you think about it, “time management” is a ridiculous concept. Time always has been, and will continue to be, impossible to manage. Each of us is given 24 hours […]
Tips on how to be motivated
No matter how much I know I need to do some things, it’s a pain. I have to wash the dishes, but nothing much is going to happen if I […]
How to Stay Motivated at Work by Creating Your Own Reward System
In the work environment, it all seems to be about receiving recognition and compensation for the work we do. Great bosses know this, but there are so many others which […]
Take advantage of the opportunity
Some of you might know that I got hung up in London this week, due to the Eyjafjallajökull volcano blowing its top in Iceland. It was a bit upsetting because […]
Just-in-time worrying
Here’s a simple, but interesting concept I’d like to throw at you today. How much time and energy do I spend worrying about the future? I might lose my job. […]
Lighten up!
Life’s stressful. So much work to do, so much to worry about. If you have a job, you’re stressed about losing it. If you don’t have a job, things seem […]
Gimme a break!
I’ve been a bit under the weather for the last week, recovering from an unpleasant bout of stomach flu. Now that I’m back up to 98% again, I was thinking […]