Work and stress go hand-in-hand for most of us. Usually, work-related stress can be left at the office but, sometimes, it can be impossible to “switch off” when we get home. This kind of stress, which can include intense worry and even anger, can negatively impact relationships and home life. If
Emotional Intelligence — What You Need to Know to Advance
Emotional intelligence (EQ) is becoming an increasingly important consideration when hiring new employees and evaluating the potential of existing ones. Given that our EQ can influence our success at work (and in our personal lives), it’s important to understand what it is.
There are many schools of thought as to how to
Bad Decisions — Why We Make Them and How to Stop
Every day we make thousands of decisions, most of which we barely acknowledge. What to eat for breakfast? Which clothes to wear? Which route to take to an appointment? But not all decisions are equal and many of the decisions we make in our personal lives and in business can have
Signs of Burnout and When to Get Help
Burnout is a serious issue which the World Health Organization (WHO) now recognizes as a legitimate medical condition. While it’s normal to feel very tired or stressed occasionally due to work, burnout is much more serious and should be recognized and treated as soon as possible. Below are the most common