May is Teacher Appreciation Month. Without doubt the men and women who devote their lives to educating our children deserve infinite gratitude. Valuable lessons, though, are often taught by family members, neighbors, friends, coaches and church members, among others. We are all members of the proverbial village it takes to raise a child, and we need to recognize the opportunities we have […]
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Why Be Mindful at Work?
More often than not, do you go through the work day running from one meeting to the next, spend hours fielding constant email, your phone dings or rings nonstop, you barely stop to eat, and at the end of the day feel like you’ve gotten nothing accomplished? Do you feel like you are on autopilot most of the day? A […]
Read moreResilience: Helping You Win the Game
In the coming weeks, the world will affix its gaze upon the glorious Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea. For those athletes and all who support them, the experience is the pinnacle of years of hard work, sacrifice, and tenacity. It is always striking to learn the story behind the athletes and their glory. Frequently, the backstories involve tales of […]
Read moreReboot Your Resume to Reboot Your Career in 2018
The start of the new year is the perfect opportunity to freshen up your resume and be prepared for new opportunities whether you’ve resolved to finding a new job in 2018 or a new opportunity presents itself when you least expect it. The new year is also a great time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the […]
Read moreAre You Prepared for the Future of Work?
Have you read all the news lately about the changing landscape of the workforce with the advance of artificial intelligence and automation? There is no doubt the future of work looks very different than it does today. Digital technologies are upending the workforce and the workplace is changing more quickly than ever before. So what can workers expect in the […]
Read moreKeeping Your Holly Jolly In Check During Your Job Search
These days, job searching and social media go hand in hand so your social profile can definitely make or break your job search. As the holidays descend upon us and the festivities get into full swing, as hard as it may be, it’s really important to consider what you are posting to your social media accounts and what those posts […]
Read moreThe Counteroffer: Breaking Up Is Hard to Do
We all know the stress that goes along with searching for, and hopefully landing, a new job. But what can be more stressful is when your boss asks you to reconsider and extends a counteroffer after you’ve made and announced your decision to leave. At first glance, the job dilemma doesn’t sound too bad. It’s a nice ego boost to […]
Read moreHow to Use LinkedIn to Help You Find Your Next Job
It’s no secret that LinkedIn is the largest business-focused social network around. Recently, LinkedIn reported more than 500 million users and that number is steadily increasing. LinkedIn also lists more than 10 million active job posts and data on more than 9 million companies. And there’s something else; more and more businesses and recruiters are using LinkedIn as either their […]
Read moreGet Your Groove Back: August Is the New January
August can be a curious time of the year … there’s a definite transition from the fleeting, lazy days of summer to the focused and hectic days of fall. Kids are going back to school, colleagues are back to answering emails on time and the focus turns toward the end of the year. We found inspiration for this perplexing August-feeling […]
Read moreThe Thrill of Summer Escapism
What is it about the summer months that makes you feel like you want to escape your life and experience something fabulous? Lucky for us all, escapism comes in many forms; whether you are traveling to an exotic, far-flung location or just escaping for an hour or two and becoming completely absorbed in a great book. Time to read is […]
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