On some level, we all know what we need to do in order to succeed. We've taken the courses, attended the lectures, listened to the podcasts...but somehow we tend to stay "stuck." Creating the necessary changes in our lives requires the decision to make those changes. That means pushing down our fears and deciding that we will … Continue reading Knowing Is Not Enough
"Busy-ness" occurs when we react to looming deadlines and crises around us. The problem is that we often "forget" to take action on the things that are most important to us. When we procrastinate, important tasks become urgent -- leading to unmet goals and burnout. This 12-minute video explores how procrastination takes us away from … Continue reading Wasting Time on the Urgent…But Forgetting the Important [VIDEO]
Are we too focused on finding all the answers? As a researcher, I know that this is a controversial thought to express -- but (as every researcher knows) for every question that is answered, several more appear. Isn't this also true in our own lives? We think we know all the answers...but then life throws … Continue reading Why We Keep Asking Questions
Is your business life burning you out – or is it the constant “busy-ness” that’s exhausting you? Is there REALLY a difference?! Simply stated, YES. There is a critical difference that is based on the priorities that you use to determine your daily activities. While it is noble, worthwhile, and even essential to actively participate … Continue reading Why It’s Time to Put an End to “Busy-ness”
Throughout the ages, sages have advised us to monitor our thoughts -- because they determine what we do and how we respond, which in turn determines the life that we experience. So, what are YOU thinking about today? Dr. Geri Puleo, SPHR, is the President and CEO of Change Management Solutions, Inc., an eLearning and … Continue reading We Are The Stuff on Which Our Minds Are Set
This is the final video in my 10-part series focusing on the 10 ways that organizations burn out employees. I'll discuss how two types of work overload burn out employees -- plus the actions you can take now to prioritize projects and help employees create a better work-life balance. Dr. Geri Puleo, SPHR, is the … Continue reading Who Needs Sleep? How Work Overload Burns Out Employees [VIDEO]
It's tough to balance the conflicting responsibilities of our work and personal lives. Maybe it's because we're exhausted, but we all waste time. I'll identify 7 time-wasters that contribute to work-life imbalance In this quick 2-minute video, I'll discuss 7 time-wasters that contribute to work-life imbalance AND can lead to burnout. Dr. Geri Puleo, SPHR, … Continue reading 7 Time Wasters That Destroy Work-Life Balance [VIDEO]
In business, we all know that if our expenses (what we give out) are 110% of our income (what we take in), then we will run a deficit and face potential bankruptcy. Why can we understand this simple mathematical concept when it comes to money…but ignore it when it comes to our own lives? In … Continue reading The Impossibility of Giving 110%
Are dreams the same as goals? If not, what do you absolutely need to do to transform an idealistic dream into tangible reality? This is a challenge facing many professionals. But why? Perhaps many people live lives of quiet desperation due to today's hyperactive, 24/7, constantly "connected" lifestyle. When you're constantly "on," it makes it difficult … Continue reading Finding Your Passion: 5 Ways to Turn Your Professional Dreams into Reality
This is video #6 in a 10-part series focusing on the 10 ways that organizations burn out employees. I'll discuss how insufficient resources lead to employee burnout and give tips on balancing the financial and human costs of providing -- or NOT providing -- the necessary resources. Dr. Geri Puleo, SPHR, is the President and … Continue reading We Don’t Have It! How Insufficient Resources Create Employee Burnout [VIDEO]
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