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Lately I have been paying special attention to completing monthly reviews and will be setting aside time to do a yearly review. Doing this is so valuable because looking back on goals that were accomplished and any that weren’t is important to the growth process. This is also the time to take a moment to […]

Every year I like to do intentional goal setting for what I want the year to hold for us. I don’t believe in leaving it all up to chance because I want to avoid seeing a year pass by with no progress or change. Setting up your annual goals helps you look ahead and anticipate […]

Failing is uncomfortable and puts us in a low state of mind. It can make us feel regret, unworthy and clueless. Nobody likes it, but it gets us all at some point! When I sat down to write this post I was trying to think of grand epic failures to detail throughout this post. I […]

How do the busiest people around manage the many tasks on their plate? Their schedule is within reach for anyone with the right tools in place. Time blocking became an interest after I realized the challenges some people feel when they aren’t getting their to-dos done. I feel that way too sometimes and wanted to […]

Opportunities are all over and they are there for the taking. If you are looking to grow in your current role or find a new role, you need to take advantage of the opportunities that are available. For the most part, the days when you could put your head down and have opportunities given to […]

How are you doing with your goals? Reflecting on the areas you want to improve is great, but progress is only made when you take action. Goal setting isn’t just for the new year. Now is the time to recommit and begin. A big obstacle that has stood in my way is losing the inspiration […]

Effective networking can produce great results. It can help you meet future employers, get you on the path to making professional acquaintances in your field, foster collaboration, and promote growth. We all know those people who are experts at networking. They work the room and make the connections, all while making it look so easy. […]

You know what being busy is like. You are working hard to stay float and while you keep one area of life on track, other parts suffer. Your stressed, tired and just ready for the day to be over. Who wants to live day to day that way? It’s time to get your balance back. […]

What is a bad habit that you wish you could improve? I started out my adult life with the bad habit of being late. I was late probably just about everywhere a few years ago. I wouldn’t plan well and would set my morning alarm too late, not keep travel time in mind or get […]

Journaling is a great way to gain clarity on who you are; your dreams, goals or situations. It can be a calming exercise and help you sort through the ideas swirling around in your head. Embarking on a journaling journey was important because I have  been so inconsistent with the process. I believe in the […]

Motivation is an up and down roller coaster, but how do you turn it on when you need it? This is an issue that so many encounter and it will keep you from checking the important tasks off your lists. We all go through periods where we feel like we need to take a break. […]

Creating a development plan is essential to help you gain the skills you need to reach all your goals! Having a plan will also give you a road map for moving forward and accountability. Your plan can be as detailed or as easy as you want it to be. It’s your plan so find something […]