Many people fear change and are resistant to it. Nobody likes being in the dark. Research agrees, suggesting that our brains register uncertainty like they register errors. We are not comfortable until we resolve the tension. But life is not static, and change is a constant in life. If you are going to stand out…
Read MoreWe all experience failure in our personal and professional lives. Perhaps it’s terrible timing, a lack of preparedness, a lack of support, or maybe even a lack of knowledge. The list of reasons we fail is endless. But we can learn from failure, cope with setbacks, adapt, and move forward. Setbacks are no fun, but…
Read MoreImprovisation is a form of unscripted theater where actors are unaware of what they will say or do. They also do not know what the other actors will do or say. There are no fancy costumes or elaborate stage sets; only a bare stage and chairs exist. Shows often begin with a random word from…
Read MoreSocial media is a fantastic way to stay in touch with the people in our lives. It offers quick access to information and research and puts banking and paying bills at your fingertips. There are remote work opportunities as well as online learning. Social media is an incredible marketing tool. However, excessive social media use…
Read MoreYour brain is much like your body; it needs regular workouts to function at its best. Puzzles and games like Sudoku are fun to help you stay engaged and improve your mental capacity at work. Sudoku is a popular game played by millions of people daily. It involves executive cognitive functions, including problem-solving and decision-making.…
Read MoreAs a manager interviewing candidates, do you focus solely on hard skills like experience, specific programs or applications, or a specific degree? Although these hard skills might be easier to learn and showcase someone’s understanding of a measurable ability, they do not indicate a candidate’s ability to build relationships in the organization or work with…
Read MoreAn excellent way to grow personally and professionally is by pushing yourself out of your comfort zone and taking on more work responsibilities. Maybe you want to: Regardless, taking on additional work demonstrates your proactive approach to moving forward in your career. Is it uncomfortable? Absolutely! But it will help you make real organizational progress…
Read MoreFast food is popular with us. It makes us happy, and since our brain seeks dopamine-releasing behaviors, eating fast food makes us crave more fast food! It may help you when you cannot sleep or are under stress. Or it is a habit, a convenient lunch for you at work. If you want to up…
Read MoreNegativity never lifts anyone. Getting caught up in your thoughts and dramas is easy, and keeping negativity away is challenging. However, when you have a positive mindset at work, you will improve how people view you as a person, and people might be inclined to help you succeed. The key to developing a positive mindset…
Read MoreIs there something you wish you could have accomplished in your life but never did? Most of us can name something we want to do, but being too busy or lacking opportunity keeps us from doing it. There are so many lessons that we learn too late in life. Here are some life lessons you…
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