Recovering from a Vacation Hangover
Please forgive me if this post reads a little bit “rambly,” as I write it I’m coping with a wicked vacation hangover. Tell me I’m not the only one to experience this phenomenon. You scheduled your time away, unplugged as planned, and enjoyed your time off. Then when you’re set to dive back into work,…
Tired of Trying to Keep All the Plates Spinning?
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all of the plates you’re trying to keep spinning? If so, you’re not alone. Between our work projects, extracurricular responsibilities, time spent investing in relationships, many of us feel overwhelmed by all of the tasks and responsibilities on our plate. In fact, nearly half of the American population feels…
Your Choices (And You Are Not Invincible)
In our youth, we feel invincible. After all, time is on our side. We have a lot of time to pursue our story. In our old age, we feel invincible. After all, time is on our side. We have limited time to amp our story. The reality is we are never invincible. We are human…
Forget Life Plans. Pull Life Strings.
Forget life plans. Many life plans lay unused. The time has come to pull life strings and weave a life story of purpose and positive impact.
How to Write A Job Winning Resume
Guest Post by Mary Walton A resume has to do a lot of things in a short space of time. It has to outline all your skills, detail your entire work history, and show that you’re the right person for the job at hand. With so many resumes making it to your potential employer, though,…
Overcoming the Pitfalls of Entrepreneurship and Social Media
I think we can all agree that sometimes, social media can be a little much. Many of us go through periods of time where we are tempted to shut down an account and retreat for a while, and some of us do. It’s also always invigorating to go on an unfollow-cleanse: delete those who cause…
What to Do With Your Summer Vacation
Growing up, the words “summer vacation” always sparked a rush of excitement. Three months away from the classroom! I always looked forward to having time to sleep in, hang out with friends and, hopefully, have an adventure or two. My guess is, you felt the same way. It wasn’t that I hated school, it was…
Catching the Coaching Habit Wave
Many think being a leader is challenging. Although there is truth here, being a coach may take on another layer of challenge. Michael Bungay Stanier states that “The essence of coaching lies in helping others unlock their potential.” Talk about a challenge. In the same breath, talk about having a positive impact. Michael Bungay Stanier…
Hope in the Midst of a Challenging Post-Graduation Reality
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” ~ Arthur Ashe I don’t know a more practical piece of advice for graduates than Arthur Ashe’s quote. Graduating college is supposed to be among the most exciting times for a young person, but it’s often overshadowed by the pressures of life….
Leaving Well: 9 Steps to Shape Your Legacy
“I quit!” Millennials are changing the way Americans think about work. A recent Gallup study revealed some fascinating data. “Millennials are the most likely generation to switch jobs. Six in ten millennials are open to new job opportunities. Millennials are the least engaged generation in the workplace.” While some will say that “Millennial job-hopping”…
5 Signs That Your Calling is Calling
I’m a firm believer that we all have a very specific contribution that we are meant to make to the world – something that only we are qualified to deliver. Some call it a gift, or perhaps our purpose, while others refer to it as our calling. Either way, it’s something that fills up our soul…
A Simple Formula to Create Margin
Intentionally unplugging has become an increasingly important idea in today’s world. There have been countless articles written about how taking time off is the secret to increased productivity. Numerous studies have been conducted in recent years that confirm that we all need time rest. As a whole, our society has realized the value of jumping…