Latest "Uncategorized" Posts
Making the Right Impression the Second Time Around
Sometimes you need a clean slate to get rid of everything that’s holding you back in life to gain a fresh perspective. Not only does this allow you to challenge yourself, but it also gives you a chance to do things right the second time. However, the thought of starting over fills us with unbearable […]
Humor: Understanding How It’s The Key To Workplace Success
Humor promotes efficiency at work in a culture where people laugh at their own mistakes, they learn from errors and explore new ways to get things done.
Breaking a Vicious Cycle: Overcoming Self-Pity
Do you often think that life has been exceptionally hard on you lately and that no matter what you do, your circumstances don’t seem to get better? In situations like these, it’s natural to feel sorry for yourself. However, what isn’t okay is getting so comfortable with playing the victim that you refuse to do anything […]
Handling Success— It’s Not a Walk in the Park!
You may have a couple of strategies that help you chart out the road to your success, but do you know what comes afterward? We’ve all heard stories of successful people who climb so high up the ladder that they can’t seem to see anything or anyone past their fame, success and pride. We vow to ourselves […]
Take Charge of Your Destiny: Outlining the Road to Your Own Success
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a high-ranking employee or a team manager, there’s nothing that will drive you toward success more than the power of motivation. It energizes people and enhances their productivity by allowing them control over factors that may impede their progress. The type of motivation that each individual requires to work at an optimal […]
Managing Stress the Fun Way
We’ve all heard friends and loved ones advising each other about “laughing the problems away.” We also have that one friend in the group who often jokes about using humor as a defense mechanism. This begs the question—is laughter really the best way to deal with stress? Studies show that a sense of humor is […]
The Beauty of Having It All Fall Apart—How To Keep Your SHIFT Together
What’s the best thing about things falling apart? You get to decide how they get pieced back together! As a manager or business owner, it’s hard to keep every team member on the same page. But that’s the difference between an adequate boss and a great one.
When Nothing Goes Right, Go Left: Why You Shouldn’t Worry If Things Don’t Go As Planned
There are only two things in life that are certain: death and taxes. The rest is just a combination of luck, planning and hoping against all hope that things go as expected. Nothing is really within our control, and it’s tough to accept that.
Know What Matters—The Purpose of Keynote Speeches
Let’s start off with the basics. A keynote speech is the primary address at a public gathering that conveys the main theme and purpose of the event.