Back-to-school time in August and early September are some of the most stressful weeks of the year for working parents. Settling kids back into the school-day routine, while the adjust to new teachers, new peers, new academic demands—and balancing all that with your own work demands—is no easy task. Finding the balance between work and… Continue reading Back-to-School Tips for Working Parents
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Why You Need a Vacation
It’s already the middle of August. You have a little more than two weeks until Labor Day, aka the unofficial end of Summer, aka peak vacation season. If you haven’t taken a vacation yet, we get it. More than half the United States workforce doesn’t use their vacation days at all, mostly because they fear… Continue reading Why You Need a Vacation
Find Inspiration in Everyday Life
Inspiration and creative thinking aren’t just for artists, designers, novelists, and the like. Whatever field we’re working in, we all need a boost of inspiration from time to time. Creative thinking allows us to generate new ideas and innovations in response to the challenges of our work and daily life. You might be looking for a… Continue reading Find Inspiration in Everyday Life
Getting More from Mentoring
The benefits of mentorships are well-documented. Mentors benefit from these relationships by building leadership and expanding their understanding of their own roles. Mentees get career guidance, room for growth in their own skills, and greater connection to the organization. Mentorships are linked to increased employee retention, enhanced diversity in the workplace, and positive office climate.… Continue reading Getting More from Mentoring
Bringing the Joy Back to Work
Last week we talked about how to retain employees in a tight labor market when new hires and great talent are in short supply. But what if you’re on the other side of the coin? You’re just not feeling the passion or joy you once found in your work. A shift of positions, or firms, or… Continue reading Bringing the Joy Back to Work