Many of us are experiencing the challenges of self-quarantine with fear of the coronavirus, trying to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Feelings of anxiety, frustration, isolation and a lack of control can be all consuming. This lack of control over what’s going on around us. The new normal is anything but that. It’s important to focus on the things you can control and rely on your support system now …
Dealing with uncertainty can be overwhelming. Some people are working from home now balancing work and family with children home from school. Others have been temporarily or permanently laid off. Some are working at the front lines managing the supply chain, health care, within distribution, delivery, transportation, construction and many others. Anxiety levels can certainly run high if you are worried about your possible layoffs, an actual layoff, financials and …
Similar to how you take pride in your appearance at work, your workspace is an extension of how you present yourself. I had a colleague that worked for a company that focused very much on organization. It wasn’t even acceptable to have a pen on the desk if it was not being used. Everything had its place. This company was highly productive. It may not work for everyone. Believe me, …
Our careers provide us with financial resources to pay our bills and do some of the things we enjoy. We put considerable time and effort to building our reputation as a reliable and knowledgeable employee. Having said that, a wrong move can tarnish all that. Here are some career mistakes to avoid. Did you ever feel completely fed up with your job and have a compelling urge to run out …