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Oh, how I love the lockdown legacy: remote working. Where I had previously gotten up early, hit the gym, and then gone to work… I now laze in bed until the alarm has gone off several times, then drag my laptop closer just before the first morning meeting starts online. I have clearly lost a … Read more
Picture yourself on a typical Sunday night. Do you feel refreshed and energized as you look forward to the upcoming week? Or is there a slight (to severe) feeling of dread present when you think about waking up the next morning? Unlike other new beginnings that bring us enthusiasm and joy, Mondays have been found … Read more
Practicing continuous improvement in all facets of your life is important for your overall self-growth, but continuing to improve your performance at work may have the largest impact on your life. As our ever-changing technological society continues to expand, keeping your knowledge and skills stagnant is a surefire way to put an end to your … Read more
For many of us, working from home has been an eyeopener. It’s made us re-evaluate our priorities and, in many cases, spend more time with family. Add to that, the newfound flexibility and ability to work from anywhere with an Internet connect… at times, working remotely could be (dare I say it?) fun! But … Read more
You’ve probably heard the word initiative, and may have a general idea of what it means… but do you know how to step up and take initiative? Some people seem to do it so effortlessly, while others need prompting or appear more comfortable letting others take the lead. Today, we are going to talk about … Read more
Diversity and inclusion are big topics today. The world has seemingly realized that everybody deserves a fair shot in the workplace. However, there are still many challenges to overcome. One way to overcome such challenges is by using SMART goals, which will make it easy for you to overcome challenges facing diversity in your workplace. … Read more
Everyone knows how crucial teamwork is for a company’s success; working alone just isn’t as effective as collaborating with others. Tackling a big project with colleagues allows for multiple perspectives, and that’s a significant advantage. However, it’s not enough to simply work on a task together. To truly succeed, you need to set and achieve … Read more
Whether you work in an office or online, it is important to establish a strong foundation as a team. Good communication and collaboration skills are essential for any successful team, but problem-solving skills are what will help you through the tough times. Life is unpredictable, which is why problem solving skills are critical to learn, … Read more
Have you ever worked on a team that operated like a well-oiled machine? Where everyone’s role was clearly defined, communication ran smoothly, and you didn’t have to constantly deal with problems because someone else dropped the ball? Alternatively, have you worked on a team where everyone had a lot on their plate, but different tasks … Read more
The worst days at work are those that are slammed busy from start to finish, but when 5:00 rolls around, you’ve hardly accomplished a thing. I find this to be the case on days when I am constantly interrupted by phone calls, emails, and unexpected tasks. These days are frustrating because while they do require hard work … Read more