Whether you want to be an air traffic controller or a gardener, you’ll probably run into interview questions about how you handle stress. It’s an important issue for just about any workplace. Almost 60% of U.S. workers report feeling stressed on a daily basis, according to Gallup’s latest State of the Global Workplace survey. An alarming 14% say it’s gotten so bad they want … [Read more...] about How to Answer Interview Questions About Handling Stress
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5 Tips for Feeling Happy in Your Skin
The ultimate goal of everyone seems to be the achievement of happiness. And for most people, their appearance is an excellent source of joy - or sadness. Today's world forces us to focus on how we look. You hear comments on how beautiful a baby is and comments on which side of the family she inherits the attractive appearance. And many judge people on looks rather than … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Feeling Happy in Your Skin
5 Habits to Break Today to Make Tomorrow Better
Habits are interesting things: they start as one-time events, and before you know what's happening, you have already formed them. Without these habits, many things in our lives would be excessively time-consuming. Our body starts habits to prevent us from thinking about every little step every single time. So habits can be good or bad, and once you form one, it is hard to … [Read more...] about 5 Habits to Break Today to Make Tomorrow Better
Why You Should Keep a Gratitude Journal
In the hustle and bustle of our lives, we often forget to take a few minutes to realize how blessed we are. Our hectic schedules drive us to work, cook, clean, run errands, and more. With so much to do in the days, weeks, and months that go by, it's easy to forget to pause and reflect on all you have and be grateful. Those who take time to write down things they feel … [Read more...] about Why You Should Keep a Gratitude Journal
The Modern Rules for Using Humor as a Leadership Tool
What qualities do you look for in a leader? You’d probably expect them to be powerful, charismatic, and decisive. However, you might overlook the value of being funny. Research shows that humor has many benefits in the workplace, including drawing team members closer together, reducing stress, and increasing productivity. The truth is most employees need a little cheering … [Read more...] about The Modern Rules for Using Humor as a Leadership Tool