One Thing Everyone Should Know About Handling Stress
Reaction to everyday stressors predict future health – Science Daily
…Stress is an ignorant state. It believes that everything is an emergency. Nothing is that important. Just lie down. -Natalie GoldbergIt’s hot as hell outside, you’re running late to work, stuck in a huge traffic jam, (or on a crowded subway) and you’ve stained …
Your Posture May Reveal More Than You Realize!
Unless some misfortune has made it impossible, everyone can have good posture. -Loretta Young
Straighten out your image by learning to stand up straight! -Beth Kuhel
As a kid I vividly recall my mother reminding me to “stand up straight”, “sit-up tall” and her occasionally scoffing at me for slouching. Her interest in having me …
Your Job Description Is Your Baseline: Try Exceeding It!
Most employees assume that their responsibility with their firm is to meet the criteria outlined in their job description. While it’s true that you will be appraised based on how well you meet this criteria and satisfy your requirements, that’s not going to make you stand out in today’s challenging job market. In years past, …
Lessons From Parenting: Rewarding Good Values/Character Spurs Motivation
If you are one of those people who wants to earn a higher salary (and feels you are deserving of more money) then this is the article for you! Candidates who feel they are driven more by money than by contributing to the mission of the firm, turn off employers. Everyone wants to be compensated …
5 Lessons My Father Taught That Shape My Decisions!
My father took his role as a parent seriously and frequently reminded my siblings and me that certain values were important to him. He unabashedly told us at different times that if we wanted to make him happy, we too would abide by these five principles: And conversely, if we didn’t, well…he’d be deeply disappointed. …
When to Speak Up and When To Hold Back?
Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen. – Winston Churchill
New hires struggle with the question of when to show what they know and when to refrain so as to avoid sounding like a know it all? This is an important …
How to Pose Interview Questions You Should Never Ask?
Hiring managers and HR pros will often close out a job interview by asking an applicant if her or she has any questions themselves. This is a great way to learn about the company’s expectations and the job but it can open a Pandora’s box of potential landmines if you’re not careful. Remember, you’re being …
Starting Your Own Business? Keep It Simple For Success!
If you are one of those college graduates or career changers who wants to start your own business, here’s how to get started.
Develop a business plan. You can get help writing a business plan from the small business association.
A business plan is an essential roadmap for business success. This living document generally projects …
Start Off Your New Job on the Right Foot!
Today is your day, your mountain is waiting, so get on your way. —Dr. Seuss
Starting a new job can be nerve wrecking as you try to learn the ropes while trying to look good in the eyes of your colleagues and superiors. New hires can avoid social land mines and create a positive impression …
Avoid Moving Home After You Graduate With NO JOB!
Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is to not stop questioning. — Albert Einstein
In order to achieve success when you graduate, you need to start college off on the right foot. For those of you who hope to graduate in four years and have a degree that will …