Author: Mike Martin
How to Overcome Feeling Burnt Out at Work
There are many ways to describe burnout but it usually refers to a situation when you find yourself exhausted, not just physically, but emotionally and mentally. You may also feel a lack of motivation and overwhelmed by even the simplest of tasks. Most of us have gone through some ofRead More
Winning at the Confidence Game
The confidence game is tough. Remember when you were first starting out in the job market. You had a great education, you were youthful and energetic and you were willing to do anything to prove yourself. Then you started applying for jobs and they told you that you looked great,Read More
4 Ways Baby Boomers are Changing Retirement
The projected tsunami of baby boomer retirements that captured our attention a few years ago may still come, but if the experience to date is any guide then this may turn out to be more of a gentle wave than a disaster for the modern workplace. That’s because instead ofRead More
7 Steps to Beat Procrastination
It has been estimated that 20 percent of us have a chronic problem with procrastination. Why do we delay, defer, postpone or schedule? Who knows? What’s important is that if you are ready (or if you think you might be ready tomorrow), then here are a few ways to helpRead More
Introverts are Good for Business
We tend to think more highly of extroverts than introverts because they have the courage to be ‘out there’. People like Donald Trump come to mind as a prime example of a super-motivated and self-confident extrovert. And despite the fact that he has lost many more fortunes than he hasRead More
Can You Pass the Management Skills Quiz?
Most experts agree that you need a number of basic skills to be a good manager. Leading isn’t enough, you also need to be able to persuade people to follow you. Good communication often tops the list of must-have management skills, but that includes listening as well as giving othersRead More
How to Find Serenity at Work
Wouldn’t it be nice to find serenity in the midst of all the chaos that is erupting around you at work? Wouldn’t you like to have a sense of calm within the storm, a peacefulness that allows you to move through difficult situations where you normally flail and flounder? WellRead More