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]
One of the biggest regrets is feeling that we "woulda, coulda, shoulda": I woulda taken that promotion...if only I hadn't been afraid. I coulda succeeded at my dream job...if only I had managed my time better. I shoulda changed careers...if only I had known what I wanted. The regret (and guilt) associated with thoughts of … Continue reading One thing is sure…we have to do something
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”
Dr. Geri Puleo, SPHR, is the President and CEO of Change Management Solutions, Inc., an eLearning and Coaching company focused on eradicating workplace burnout through the B-DOC Model. An entrepreneur for over 25 years, keynote speaker, author, blogger, business coach, university professor, and researcher, you can see her “in action” by watching her TEDx Talk … Continue reading The Long-Term Begins NOW
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%
Workplace flexibility. All employees want it…most employers say they provide it…but few fully harness its benefits. Whether you’re seeking work-life balance, trying to reduce employee burnout, or responding to new paradigms at how work is done, you need to consider 10 critical factors before introducing flexible work arrangements in the workplace. 10 Factors to Consider … Continue reading Will Flexible Work Schedules Benefit Your Organization? 10 Factors to Consider
When January 1 rolls around, many people embark on achieving well intentioned resolutions. As we near the end of the first month of 2015, how well are you doing in these worthwhile goals? Or, based on past setbacks from prior resolutions, did you just scrap the whole idea of resolutions in the first place? According … Continue reading New Year’s Resolutions: Why a Personal Mantra Might Be Better
Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom. - Stephen Covey Life should not be a series of knee jerk reactions to the stuff that happens to us. When things become chaotic, when we have too … Continue reading Working Wisdom: Every Minute Has the Power of Choice
A New Way to Work 