Apologies for not posting for some time, life has got in the way recently. Like many, I’ve had good days and bad days over the last few months. Since relocating overseas, my days have become busier, meaning I’m having less ‘me time’. It took me a while to actually recognise that I needed to stop…
Category: work
The Growing Burden of “Reply ASAP” Culture
The pitfalls of a poor work-life balance are clear. It’s time to do what you can to hold on to good workplace boundaries:
Signs Of A Toxic Job You Can Spot During Your Interview
These are major workplace red flags you shouldn’t ignore. Being in a toxic work environment is the top reason people say they are quitting their jobs during the pandemic, new research shows. This article from Huff Post gives us some ideas as to what to look out for: https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/signs-of-a-toxic-job-interview_uk_620199f4e4b0725faace0497
Blog: Working from home survival
So here in the UK, I think we are on the fourth wave of covid cases. As per usual more restrictions have been introduced and in England we’re back to a work from home if you can directive. Some people love working from home (including myself), some people hate it. Others have just reached fatigue…
Blog: Thanksgiving 2
Happy Thanksgiving to those celebrating. Last year, I wrote a blog on Thanksgiving and the importance of gratitude in general. The message of ‘The act of saying thank you for small –and big –things that we do for each other, is a good way to demonstrate that you still appreciate somebody rather than assuming that…
How To Perk Yourself Up If You’re In An Afternoon Slump At Work
We’ve all been there, haven’t we?! This article from Huff Post gives some suggestions as to how to overcome it: https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/perk-up-afternoon-slump-at-work-productivity_l_6138cbdde4b0eab0ada0520b
The ‘Pleasanteeism’ Trap: Ways To Be More Assertive At Work
Being a people-pleaser can be bad news for you and your colleagues. This article from HuffPost shows how to change that. https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/pleasanteeism-ways-to-be-assertive-at-work_l_6113c52fe4b0a3256aaf8a1e
Better Days Wellbeing 