The following is a sample from my book Level Up Your Day: How to Maximize the 6 Essential Areas of Your Daily Routine. If you want to improve your productivity, the following strategies can help you do just that and get more out of your working hours. Be sure to check out the book to learn … Read more
When Henry Ford popularized the traditional 40-hour workweek, it was a great improvement for workers of the time. Working 8-hour shifts, five days a week, ensured he could operate his company around the clock without causing workers to tire out so much. Through WWII, other companies were quick to adopt this schedule. Most workers worked in … Read more
If you’re like most people, time management can be a challenge. Odds are you’re bombarded with work tasks, personal projects or family obligations, lengthy to-do lists and constant emails flooding your inbox. So, how do you get it all done in the most efficient manner… without anything falling through the cracks? It can be a … Read more
Are you having trouble landing a job and starting to lose confidence? Or maybe you just hit the job market but want to get hired quickly. Either way, job hunting can be tricky, and you must attend job interviews equipped with the right tools to impress your prospective employer. One thing I have learned, both … Read more
Many of us have conflicting feelings about social media. In just a few years, it has already changed the landscape of communication, business, and education. While one group extols the virtue of faster communication with the advent of social networking sites, others vilify it for the reported negative effects it has on our mental health. … Read more
Kindergarten is one of the most crucial periods for a child’s development. Hence, kindergarten teachers have a massive responsibility as teachers and as caregivers. Self-work, professional improvement, and improvement of the kindergarten itself can all be very beneficial to the children. But how to tackle this big quest? SMART goals can be a right fit … Read more
What makes a team awesome? Is it having the most talented individuals working together toward a common goal? Should a visionary be at the helm? Is it where every member understands the value of effective communication? Actually, it’s all of the above and then some. Today’s collection of movies about teamwork showcases what we can … Read more
Employed Americans are stressed out. In fact, studies have consistently shown that being stressed out at work is to be expected, as only a small percentage of responders report experiencing little or no stress on the job. But sometimes, it goes beyond just being rushed to meet a deadline or feeling overwhelmed with emails. If … Read more
Social work is considered one of the most fulfilling jobs one can have. Working with people presents plenty of opportunities for reflection and growth. However, social workers are often overworked or stressed. Before you can help someone else go through their pain and problems, you need to help yourself. That’s where the SMART goals methodology … Read more
Congrats! After all of those resumés that you’ve sent out, you’ve finally landed an interview! You’ve passed the first test, and you only have one more chance to really stand out from the crowd. But how? Nailing a job interview can be the deciding factor between getting an offer and going back to the drawing … Read more