How to take advantage of downtime

How to take advantage of downtime

Are you experiencing a lull in work? Most industries are slower during this time of year, which is a great time to take advantage of downtime. Set time aside to evaluate what you want to accomplish in your professional life. Before starting, remember there’s no ideal...
Forget Perfection and Enjoy the Journey

Forget Perfection and Enjoy the Journey

Do you complain about your job a lot? In other words, are you constantly complaining to family and friends about your workload, co-workers, or manager? Is your job really that bad, or is it just not perfect? We often focus on finding the perfect job and forget to...
Job Search While Mourning

Job Search While Mourning

Mary’s husband of 20 years died unexpectedly. He was seven years her senior. She managed the household. He was the breadwinner. While coping with the loss of her husband, she had to figure out how she was going to afford their lifestyle expenses. There was no option;...
Divorced With Little Retirement Savings

Divorced With Little Retirement Savings

Since the 1990s, the divorce rate for those over 55 years old has increased. These divorces occurring later in life are called “gray divorces.” There are many reasons for late-life divorce. One reason may be waiting until their children graduate from high school...
What to do if pushed into early retirement

What to do if pushed into early retirement

You’ve been comfortable in your role for years. You’ve performed well. You’re successful at what you do. Then one day, your manager calls you into their office. It’s Friday afternoon – that’s not a good sign. And then it happens to you. You’ve heard...
Are Your Professional Goals SMART?

Are Your Professional Goals SMART?

As we enter the second half of the year, it’s time to revisit your professional goals. Are you on track? If yes, that’s great news! Review your goals and make sure you include any adjustments. If not, then take time now to plan your action steps for the second half of...