Your hands are ice-cold, your hands are shaking, and you stomach is twisted in knots. You've got the jitters—and you're not alone. Everyone has one great fear that can leave them in a cold panic (public speaking heads the list). And the more successful you are, the more nervosu you get. 'I don't want to disappoint anyone. Everyone expects me to do incredibly well—there's no … [Read more...] about How to Conquer the Jitters
Yes, You Can be Allergic to your Boss! (plus other Ways Your Job is Making You Sick)
A little stress can be good for you. Pressure pushes you out of your comfort zone and helps you grow. professionally and personally. But chronic stress at work and at home floods your body in an unhealthy swamp of cortisone, your body's stress hormone. This toxic chemical can wreak havoc on your health--including a real allergic reaction to your job! But don't wait till you … [Read more...] about Yes, You Can be Allergic to your Boss! (plus other Ways Your Job is Making You Sick)
Secrets of Highly Motivated People
Motivation is a constant struggle for many of us. There are so many things that we need to do every single day and usually, most of them are things that we are not exactly enthusiastic about. It could be a hard project at school, a new deadline at work or it could be a household chore that we don't like doing. But even though we know that it is something we need to do it just … [Read more...] about Secrets of Highly Motivated People
5 Spiritual Principles that Transform Work Relationships
Everyone describes the workplace as a 'dog-eat-dog world.' We're cautioned to cover our backs, or to cunningly manage office politics. In a way, it's true: you shouldn't be naïve or reckless. But neither should you become cynical and cold. The workplace is a dynamic playground of personalities, where you have the opportunity to collaborate, learn from mentors (or become a … [Read more...] about 5 Spiritual Principles that Transform Work Relationships
Tips for a Healthy Work Life Balance
When it comes to working, people usually fall under one of two categories. One, they lean towards overdoing it at work. Two, they lean towards "playing" a little too much. Quite obviously, either category may not yield the best results. The key, then, is to achieve a healthy balance between work and personal life. It is easy to say this, really, but the actual … [Read more...] about Tips for a Healthy Work Life Balance