Communication is Key. Here's How to Tell if You're Good at It.

October 13 , 2016

Whether you regularly speak in public and write online, or you mostly express yourself over email, being a good communicator is part of every single job description. But how can you really know if it’s something you’re good at?Here are 17 questions that can help you identify whether you’re awesome...

Filed Under: Communication, communication, Confidence, Good Habits, good habits, Professional Development, quick tips

9 Things Highly Effective People Do After They've Been Away on Vacation

September 15 , 2016

As an American, you legitimately could spend every day of your life on vacation--and still make a good living. But the truth is, few of us actually do this. Instead, we work hard, take time off when we can, and face the inevitable letdown when it's time to get back to work.

Filed Under: Focus, Good Habits, good habits, Productivity, productivity, Professional Development, vacation

8 Habits of Considerate People

August 08 , 2016

Philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer once said, “Politeness is to human nature what warmth is to wax.” It’s true. Being kind and considerate softens people and makes them malleable to your way of thinking.

Filed Under: Body language, Emotional Intelligence, empathy, Good Habits, good habits, Politeness, Psychology

Office Organization Tips to Help You Work More Productively

July 28 , 2016

More than half of the people surveyed in an Express Employment hiring trends survey said they lose nine work hours a week due to lack of organization; 57 percent said they lose six work hours a week because of a lack of time due to disorganization, reported Corp Magazine.

Filed Under: Behavior in the Workplace, clutter, Good Habits, office essentials, Organization, Productivity, productivity, work environment

17 Email Etiquette Rules

June 23 , 2016

US employees spend, on average, about a quarter of the workweek combing through hundreds of emails.

Filed Under: Behavior in the Workplace, Communication, communication, Email, Email Etiquette, Good Habits, good habits, professional development, quick tips

7 Body Language Mistakes to Avoid in a Job Interview

June 16 , 2016

You’ve perfected your elevator pitch, can explain your greatest weakness, and know exactly where you want to be in five years. But have you studied your body language? If not, you could end up costing yourself a job offer.

Filed Under: Body language, Good Habits, Hiring, Interview Advice, Interviewing, Interviews, Job Search, job search

Interviewing 101: Attire & Hygiene Checklist

June 10 , 2016

When interviewing, it’s important to present yourself in the best light possible. Appearing disheveled, unorganized, or unprofessional may hinder you in your job search. The following list highlights some general good practices for interview attire and hygiene. Every situation is unique; so use...

Filed Under: Best Advice, best advice, Good Habits, interview tips, Interviews, interviews, Job Search, job search, personal appearance

How To Make To-Do Lists Better, Faster, And More Fun

February 22 , 2016

It's the oldest, simplest, yet probably still the most effective method for making sure you get everything done: the humble to-do list. But is there a way to get more out of your daily check list? We asked the experts: How can we make our to-do lists better, how can we streamline them to get things...

Filed Under: Efficiency, efficiency, Good Habits, how to, Productivity, productivity, Time Management, to-do list

5 Enjoyable Weekend Habits That Set You Up for Success

February 11 , 2016

Understandably, the weekend is a time when many workers focus on relaxation, family and fun. And there's nothing at all wrong with that, but you can also think bigger. Instead of simply using the weekend for leisure time, there are things you can do ahead of time to help your next work week go more...

Filed Under: Good Habits, Strategy, planning, Success, success, Uncategorized, Work-Life Balance

5 Remarkably Powerful Phrases That Will Help You Get What You Want

January 04 , 2016

Would you like to be better at getting what you want from your employees, co-workers, customers, bosses, kids, and partner or spouse? Sometimes a change in wording is all you need.

Filed Under: Attitude, Communication, communication, Confidence, Good Habits, Strategy, Psychology