Rx for stress: meditation, not meds
Clark started yoga and meditation. Her symptoms went away. That was six years ago, and today, not only does her health seem better, but her mind doesn’t race and multitask constantly.
Category: Work/Life Balance
On ‘borrowed’ time
Where does the day go? We spend at least 36 minutes at work every day on personal tasks, according to a survey by OfficeTeam.
Squeeze the juice outta your life
You may have had “in-between” times in your life: in-between jobs, in-between relationships, in-between the old you and the new you. Such times can make you feel uncomfortable and insecure, but that’s a good sign, says life coach Gail Blanke.
Find the lowest gas price
Find the lowest gas price near your workplace. Go to www.gaspricewatch.com or GasBuddy (www.gasbuddy.com)…
How do your work habits compare?
All peak performers do certain things: put in long hours, exercise, work in family time, etc. But they also have idiosyncrasies or secrets for making sure that they stay at the top of their game. What’s remarkable is how much their work habits vary.
Energize your day
Energize your day by leaving work at work.
Find morale-boosting ‘vital’ friends
Without a best buddy at work, the chances of your being engaged in your job are only one in 12. So says Tom Rath, author of Vital Friends: The People You Can’t Afford to Live Without.
Getting what you really want at work
If you’re hesitant to seek more flexibility, steel your nerves: You have every reason to seek out the most efficient ways to complete your work at the office and at home. And, even in a tight job market, you don’t have to offer to reduce your earnings to get the flexibility you need. The right kind of flexibility benefits your employer too. For example…
Which of your talents need updating?
You’re admired for having the memory of an elephant and the innate ability to put people at ease. But are your skills the ones that employers consider top priority? Do they mesh with changing economic and work environments? If not, hone new talents that will set you apart from the crowd. Start by asking yourself […]
Books that are worth your time
You could write a book, right? Well that’s what these authors did—about their admin work. What are you reading these days? Have you read any of these buzz-worthy business books—or others? Give us something to talk about…