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Have you ever had one of those moments where you think, “I can’t believe I just said that”? That’s been happening to me a lot lately—ever since I became a soccer mom. Yep, a phrase I never imagined myself saying. And not just any soccer mom—the kind who embarrasses her son by screaming from the […]
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The shift to hybrid and remote work has changed the way we balance our personal and professional lives, bringing flexibility but with it, also challenges. As of May of 2024, GALLUP reported 93% of all employees in remote-capable jobs prefer to work remotely at least some of their work week. Although hybrid and remote work appeals […]
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Sleep deprivation is a KILLER. It increases our cortisol levels, heightening stress and anxiety. It impairs memory and concentration. And it also makes it harder to shift focus from repetitive negative thoughts or rumination. This creates a vicious “sleep-stress cycle,” where stress and overthinking disrupt sleep, and poor sleep leads to more stress. Here are […]
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With the wide availability of technology productivity tools, one might think workplace time management would be at its peak. Project management software organizes and prioritizes tasks for teams, automation tools streamline repetitive work, and productivity apps make scheduling and note-taking a breeze. Yet despite all this, employees—from entry-level to executives—are finding it harder than ever […]
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Let’s face it. Smart phones are an AMAZING invention, offering “connection” at the press of a button and instant access to information that we love to read or watch. What’s wrong with that? A decade ago, I would have thought just this. Ten years later, as I watch people walk through the streets with their […]
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When presenting my Building Blocks of Resilience keynote, I always share the findings of a famous Harvard study that proved that relationships are the single largest predictor of health and happiness in our lives. Making trusted connections in and out of work, play a big role in how well we feel supported. This translates to […]
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