What’s the key to achieving a healthy work-life balance?  First, let’s start by clarifying what balance means. It’s not a 50/50 scale. In fact, the exact balance is a very personal measurement that only you can define. Next, let’s talk about how you can find the time to strike that ideal balance in your life. … Continue reading “Success Tip: Focus creates work-life balance”

Be specific. Vague instructions kill your team’s productivity! As a manager, you’re not only responsible for managing your own time. You’re also responsible for helping your team manage their time effectively. This is why it’s important to delegate properly. In fact, being able to delegate effectively will make or break your job as a manager! … Continue reading “Leadership Tip: Know how to delegate effectively”

Can being a little weird help you succeed? Yes! Especially when you create habits that play to your “weird” strengths. While it’s helpful to start by borrowing habits from other successful people, the most important step is customizing it to fit YOU. For one example, Spanx CEO Sara Blakely has been known to “fake commute,” driving around town to help … Continue reading “Success Tip: Unique habits help you succeed”

As a self-proclaimed geek, I love new technology. But is it possible to have too much of a good thing? Yes… There must be a healthy balance of technology in your day. Otherwise, the gadgets become a focus-annihilating vortex of distracting sounds, sights, and rabbit holes. Yikes! I know that sounds dramatic—and it is a little—yet … Continue reading “Productivity Tip: Create a technology-free sanctuary”

Many of us juggle multiple major roles in life. Student, parent, entrepreneur, full-time employee, and so on. It’s easy to get out of balance and overwhelmed! After all, there’s only so much time in the day. How do you find the right rhythm and avoid burnout? First, grab your calendar and schedule EVERY responsibility that has … Continue reading “Success Tip: Small moments of balance encourage success”