Being your own boss has its many perks, but one of the noticeable downsides is having to work tons of hours. There’s always something to do along with the temptation of taking on more work which makes it difficult to feel comfortably take time off. It’s no secret that the average business owners work more […]
An issue that keeps coming up for several of my students lately is having better communication with clients. The fact of the matter is that in business you need to learn how to communicate effectively. Otherwise, things can get messy. I personally think there’s an advantage to business communication. In our culture, it’s generally understood […]
Everyone has off days now and then when they are working. Some days you end the day feeling like a superhero because of all that you accomplished. Other days you may feel like you are overwhelmed and failing miserably. Those thoughts and feelings are normal. However, if you have more miserable days than days when […]
We’ve all had one of those days when you’re putting out fires from the moment you walk into the office. The inbox is overflowing with demands, someone can’t meet a deadline and you already have a packed day ahead of you. As frustrating as it is, it’s just life. There will be some days in […]
Do you ever feel like you are dragging your feet a little bit more during the day? If it is happening during the cold months, you may have the winter blues. Many people begin feeling the wintertime blues once the days start getting shorter. But after the first part of the year it can get […]
In today’s workforce, the early bird almost always catches the worm. Working for yourself does mean you have the freedom to work whenever it’s convenient for you, but there’s no secret that business thrives during those 9-5 hours regardless. If you’re a night owl, you may find it difficult to reach others during their normal […]
Although I’m a member of a co-working space I love, I still work from home quite a bit. In the past, there were a lot of people living under one roof which caused me to have to find ways to stay focused. Now, I only have a roommate and a designated workspace, but I still […]
Developing the right habits can often lead to success and the positive results you want. It’s easier said than done, however. Habits take time to build and can be difficult to stick to long-term. In order to get to your intended destination, you must be able to make your habits stick. When it comes to […]
Nearly everyone gets in a slump now and then in their work. But at times what many assume is a short-lived slump can actually be full blown burnout. When you recognize yourself heading into a state of being burned out, you can make changes to fix it. Here are six ways to boost productivity when […]
Earlier in the year, I experienced one setback after another in my business and my personal life. It was so bad I decided to take a two-week break where I only did the bare minimum for my business. Of course, I eventually had to snap out of this and get back to work. If you’re […]
