Spread Kindness, Not Germs: Why Leaders Need to Be Kind

Business Tips

Monday, November 30th, 2020

Spread Kindness, Not Germs: Why Leaders Need to Be Kind

Out of all of the role models and mentors I’ve had throughout my life, no one has had a bigger impact than my grandfather. He was honest and warm without passing judgment. And, whenever you needed someone to talk to, he listened actively and offered timeless advice. His kindness was what made him so beloved […]

How Do You Deal With Always Being On?

Productivity

Wednesday, September 30th, 2020

How Do You Deal With Always Being On?

Without trying to boast, I love being an entrepreneur. Being my own boss means I get to pursue what I’m passionate about. I can set my own schedule. And, all of the hard work I put in is for my family and me — not someone else. At the same time, there’s a dark side […]

How to Maintain Your Mental Health When Working Remotely

Business Tips, Productivity

Tuesday, May 5th, 2020

How to Maintain Your Mental Health When Working Remotely

Even before COVID-19 put remote work in the spotlight, numerous studies highlighted its benefits. For years, flexible work arrangements have been able to improve the morale and health of employees. As a consequence, they’re more productive. What’s more, for businesses, remote work can attract and retain talent and reduce the cost associated with real estate […]

The Psychological Benefits of Working Less

Productivity

Sunday, January 26th, 2020

The Psychological Benefits of Working Less

Recently I caught up with a close friend because he recently bought a new home. While it was a painless experience, he did tell me an entertaining story about his younger brother. His little brother graduated from university last spring, and he’s now a part of the daily grind. You know how it is — […]

Why Business Leaders Should Talk About Their Mental Health

Productivity

Thursday, January 23rd, 2020

Why Business Leaders Should Talk About Their Mental Health

For those of a certain age, I’m sure that being transparent about your mental health was taboo. Take my friends’ father, who’s a boomer, as an example. He never opened up about how he was feeling until one day he lost it. The stress, and the emotional and physical toll it took on him, finally […]

12 Mental Health Hacks for Entrepreneurs

Startup

Thursday, December 19th, 2019

12 Mental Health Hacks for Entrepreneurs

There’s a mental health crisis among entrepreneurs. And, that shouldn’t be all that surprising. Being an entrepreneur is stressful, full of uncertainty, unhealthy comparisons, and social isolation. So few are using mental health hacks that research conducted by Michael A. Freeman has found that start-up founders are: Twice as likely to suffer from depression. Six […]

5 Ways Leaders Can Improve Mental Health in the Workplace

Business Tips, Productivity

Thursday, September 19th, 2019

5 Ways Leaders Can Improve Mental Health in the Workplace

Even if you enjoy going to work, it can take a toll on your overall health. For example, working in an office, your entire career can literally kill you. Between sitting all-day, unhealthy eating habits, and stress, it’s easy to see why this isn’t an exaggeration. Throw in financial insecurity, work-life conflicts, and problems that […]

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