How Do You Feel About Performance Reviews?

How Do You Feel About Performance Reviews?

Tell me, how do you feel about performance reviews?  If you’re a corporate employee, that question probably stirred some emotion. Most people I speak with HATE, and I mean REALLY HATE, performance reviews!  It doesn’t matter whether they’re giving or...
Setting and Achieving Career Goals

Setting and Achieving Career Goals

As we kick off the new year, many of us are focused on setting professional and career goals that align with our aspirations and ambitions. Goal setting seems simple on the surface. You define what you’d like to accomplish and take the necessary steps to make those...
Reflections from the Past Year

Reflections from the Past Year

At the end of every year, I like to set aside time to reflect and journal my insights from the year. This strategy helps me slow down and get more mileage from my experiences. Sometimes we’re so focused on the “next thing” that we jump right in without taking a moment...
How to Overcome the Back to Work “Blues”

How to Overcome the Back to Work “Blues”

It’s that wonderful time of year…when everyone is scrambling to take time off and use up their remaining vacation days before losing them at the end of the year. 😊 I enjoy taking time off at the end of the year to celebrate the holidays with my family, sleep in, and...
“HELP” ing My Community

“HELP” ing My Community

When I started my own business, one of my goals was to create a balanced lifestyle where I could enjoy more time with my friends and family and get more involved in my community. In my search for community involvement activities, I was introduced to the HELP...
Burnout at Work

Burnout at Work

Are you feeling burned out at work?  Yep, I’ve been there! Once you figure out what is causing your burnout, you can figure out an appropriate solution. Below are some insights I’ve gained through self-reflection during periods of burnout. Burnout from an Overwhelming...