In a “perfect” world, you start the career exploration and planning process while you are still in school, getting a degree that will eventually lead to a job. But what if that’s not where you are at? What if it’s been a few (or more) years since you were in school? Maybe you pursued other…
These days, I love to work out. And I work out almost every day. Now, the important word in the previous sentence is “almost.” Rest is so important when it comes to working out and growing physically stronger. In fact, only when we rest, can our muscles grow stronger. Plus, without rest days, injuries are…
For many years, I worked in a “safe career.” I made good money, went to work every day, worked hard, and knew that I’d most likely have a job for as long as I wanted, as I worked in a field with a high demand for employees with my qualifications. When I was younger, change…
Several months ago, Joe made a great post about how joining a professional association can help you with your career endeavors. I wanted to add my two cents on this topic as well. I remember being an undergrad student and finally figuring out my major – psychology. And as soon as I picked it, numerous…
I was a “yes” person for too many years of my life, be it in school or at work. When something needed to get done I was usually the one who got asked to do it. People knew that I would get it done, and they knew that I always said “yes.” Did I always…
What prevents you from doing what you really want to do? Oftentimes, we think the answer is not enough time. And yes, with work and/or school keeping us busy for most of the day, it often seems like we don’t have time for what we really want to do, be it: hobbies exercise hanging out…
Picture this: you’re finally at the office of the person with whom you’ve wanted to informational interview for a long time. Or, it’s down to a final interview for that job that you’ve coveted for so long. And the only thing that you can think about is – dang, I’m really, really hungry! Or during…
I love technology. I have numerous email accounts. I write a wellness blog that I update almost daily using my laptop. I use YouTube, online news videos, Hulu, and other online sources every time I teach a class. I just recently have been getting more into Twitter and Facebook and enjoy how it connects me…
Are you happy? If you asked me this question today, I’d say “yes.” For the past couple of years I’d say I’m a happy person. How about before a couple of years ago? I have to admit that I was not always a happy person. In fact, life threw me many curve balls, and I…
