When was the last time you went on vacation? Did you find yourself checking email or calling the office while you're on break? How often do you bring home work, or work on weekend. And most of all, how many times have you told yourself: 'I'm too stressed' or ' I wish I had more me time or time with my family?' You've probably heard of job burnout, (this article explains … [Read more...] about Early signs of job burnout
Stress & Management
3 ways to improve your concentration
Do you have trouble concentrating? You shift from task to task, you forget little details, and it seems like on the day that you're absolutely pressed for time, you waste nearly an hour looking for your keys or an important file. Don't blame your brain, blame your lifestyle. If you've got too many things going on in your head (emails to answer, errands to run, deadlines to … [Read more...] about 3 ways to improve your concentration
Have you run out of good ideas?
Whether you're a painter, an advertising copywriter, an inventor, or an entrepreneur, you've probably felt it—a huge, unyielding creative block. You can't find inspiration. You can't think of solutions. Every idea you've come up with has failed, and you don't know what else you can do. You don't feel creative, just tired and totally spent. It happens to the best of us. How … [Read more...] about Have you run out of good ideas?
What is the Pomodoro Technique?
The Pomodoro Technique is a time management system that has millions of loyal fans who've said it's changed their life—and an equal number of critics who say it's all just overmarketed hype. To be fair, there's no universally effective time management system. You find what works for your lifestyle and personality, and even then, a lot of it depends on your discipline. … [Read more...] about What is the Pomodoro Technique?
How to destress in 1 minute or less
Right now I'm tired, stressed, and desperate for a break. But…I can't rest. Deadlines wait, and a long to-do list that threatens to grow even longer if I don't keep working. So I reach for my nth cup of coffee, and try to manage my stress levels with short, simple treats. And sometimes, these treats are enough. It may not be a good night's rest or a beach vacation, but it … [Read more...] about How to destress in 1 minute or less