Achieving work/life balance has been credited with making workers more productive, more loyal and less stressed, and yet a recent survey from Harvard Business School shows that even global executives feel the need to be on the job 24/7. One …
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Self-discipline is the internal drive to make things happen. Some might argue that it is a trait that you either have or you don’t, but I believe that anyone can increase their self-discipline with a little effort. Here are some …
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Here at the QuickBase Blog, many of us manage large projects on a regular basis. No doubt this is one of the more complex and stressful aspects of our jobs, so I’ve asked some of the best PMs I know …
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Those who have been reading this blog a while know that I like to be practical. And in this economic climate, it may not be feasible to leave your job and pursue your passion full time. Bringing a side interest …
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First, you should make a thoughtful decision by identifying the best events through relevant professional associations and through following your industry’s thought leaders online. Shortly after you sign up, the real work begins. Write down 2-3 goals you have for …
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I received this e-mail from a reader, and it’s not the first time I’ve gotten this question: Dear Alexandra: A college graduate asked me to be her mentor. What does this mean? I have two kids in high school and …
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If you see an e-mail with four paragraphs, do you read it? My automatic response is to either skim it really quickly or close the message immediately. Here are some thoughts from Zen Habits’ Leo Babauta on why writing long …
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