Be Inspired
Sometimes it is difficult to be inspired every single month. When you are in a routine and you have to do the same thing, over and over again, it can get old or boring. So, you have to shake it Read More …
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Find the Balance
It is not all that easy to find the balance you seek. At home. In life. As a career. Magical statements like “work-life balance” or, as some will go so far as to say “life-work balance” which sounds novel, and Read More …
All Quiet On the Other Side
When it is all quiet on the other side… It could be that something is going on that shouldn’t be. strangely unusual. like a huge relief. out of character. a dream come true. uncomfortable. It can be bad or good, Read More …
Pay Yourself First
Pay yourself first. Old advice, often given, still applies. Maybe just with some modern twists. Of course, saving for the future, for holidays and for a rainy day is still valid today. But, also… Take vacation. Go home for dinner. Read More …
Make the Hours Fun
No matter how much time you have, make the hours fun. Take the stress away. Final exams are always rough. Never enough time to study, but also, you can’t cram. You have learned all that you will be able…it’s just Read More …
Take A Little Break
Every once in a while, you have to take a little break. Step back. Look around. Get a fresh perspective. When will you do this and how long should it last? Not just a meeting ending, or your day being Read More …
Take the Lunch
If asked to make plans, be sure to take the lunch appointment – the one where you share a meal (not just work through.) Have more casual conversations. See how they interact with the wait staff. Get an idea of Read More …
If There’s Nothing Better
What do you do if there’s nothing better to do? Choose the things you don’t necessarily like to do – but have to get done. (Even on a holiday.) Cleaning. Packing. Gardening. Weeding. Sorting. Organizing. Planning. If there’s nothing better Read More …
A Little Rain…
It is true that a little rain won’t hurt you…But, it can make you change your plans. Go to the museum instead of the park. Buy an impulse umbrella even at double the price. Take a taxi (or an Uber) Read More …
Quite Productive
In spite of setbacks, you can be quite productive. If you… put your mind to it. keep trying. go another way. ask for help. work through it. hire someone. take a break and start again. There are times when you Read More …