There’s not always time to step away from the daily grind. But you can opt for right-where-you-are de-stress techniques, according to Katrina Davies. Try one of these 5 options: Ear massage Workplace reset Hand-trick Breathing technique Progressive relaxation Source: The Muse, June 26, 2017. Here are five tips to reduce stress at the office, perfect for … [Read more...]
39?, 49? and counting? Quit lying, embrace your 60s.
Lesley Seymour faced her fears and announced to her world that she had turned 60 years old. She shares some fears and perspective that many animal health pros face or will face in the next few years. She says her research suggests the “60s” is the happiest decade, yet for many it represents an uncharted path and a definite change in career paradigms. Source: The Muse, June … [Read more...]
Return from vacation without wanting to die
Steve Errey addresses the realities of returning from a vacation or time away from work. He offers some ideas to make the return easier: Clean Before You Go Remember Resistance is Futile Find the Fun Keep in Touch Change Things Up Chuck it Out Remember How You Were Source: The Muse, May 30, 2017. How you are on vacation is typically how you are when … [Read more...]
49.6% of people enjoy their jobs
People who are satisfied with their jobs simply do a few things differently than everyone else. They don’t necessarily have the best managers or a to-do list full of very important items. Here’s what sets them apart: They don’t seek perfection They set career goals They play to their strengths They have friends at work Source: The Muse, May 12, 2017. If you’ve … [Read more...]
Update your LinkedIn profile
How to update your LinkedIn profile based on what you've done and where you want to go. Source: The Muse, March 2017. Figuring out what story to tell at different points in your career can be a challenge. But, you need more than keywords to impress on LinkedIn. Get creative as you update your profile and capture your “So what?” factor using elements that others tend to … [Read more...]
Dealing with a bossy coworker
Sara McCord offers suggestions to deal with a coworker who has a hard time keeping their leadership (i.e. bossy) tendencies in check. Source: the muse, February 12, 2017. While it’s super-frustrating to deal with a bossy coworker day in and day out, there are steps you can take to address the situation. Speak up in the moment Schedule a chat Nominate coworkers … [Read more...]