Face it, we all have to tap into our problem-solving skills in every aspect of our lives. It’s important for our private life, and an important skill to have in our work life.   So, let’s start with the basics, shall we?  What does it mean to be an...

Let’s face it…we all do it. We get so caught up in our hustled and hurried world, that life gets out of alignment and into chaos rather quickly. Believe me, I’ve been there, time and time again. When you are faced with this, your level of life satisfaction quickly...

HOW TO SAY NO. How do you assert yourself while still maintaining good working relationships and without compromising your future? The key is a a healthy win-win negotiation. When we hear the word “negotiation” we automatically feel pressure and negativity; when all...

PREPARATION IS KEY TO A SUCCESSFUL JOB INTERVIEW You’re midway through an interview for a promotion you really want, and it’s all going well. But suddenly the interviewer asks you a question that you can’t answer. Your heart sinks, and you start talking without...

HOW TO MEASURE YOUR COMPANY’S PROFITS IN MORE WAYS THAN ONE Imagine going to work every day for a company that you are truly excited about and proud to be a part of. Sure, the pay is decent and there’s a company crèche, but those aren’t the only reasons why you love...

  Setting goals for the New Year can leave you feeling restrained. Setting intentions, on the other hand, can be a liberating feeling. It is a promise you make to show your true and best self to the world. With the upcoming New Year it is a chance to re-visit the...

Pressure is a very real and constant state of being that all of us experience most of the time. It is in alignment with this hustled and hurried world that we live in. From the moment we wake up, to the time we go to bed, pressure is ever present because most of us...

SELF-AWARENESS IS KEY TO A MORE FULFILLING LIFE IN THE WORKPLACE AND AT HOME Developing self-awareness is important for better relationships and for a more fulfilling life, both in the workplace and at home. With a good understanding of how we relate to others, we can...

So, it’s that time of year again, and many people take advantage of the inevitable slow down at work leading up to the holidays. Predictable right?   What if you approached the holiday season from a different angle? What if you took this time to make progress in...

Like it or not, it’s time for the annual holiday office party. Guess what? There’s no skipping out. Your attendance is required. Holiday office parties are your opportunity   to meet with the big bosses of your company. You get to shake hands with them, spend a few...

How many surprises are there for new managers? DESPITE BEING PREPARED, NEW MANAGERS CAN COME UNSTUCK IN UNEXPECTED WAYS   Most new managers and leaders know that things will change once they’re the boss, and that they’ll have to apply a different set of skills to...

Overcoming constant panic and rush WHAT HURRY SICKNESS IS AND HOW TO CIRCUMVENT IT   “I’m too busy to read this!” you say. Now, don’t worry, it won’t take up much of your time. Five minutes, or maybe three if you skim. “But I can’t,” you say, “I’m already running...

“There can be no life without change, and to be afraid of what is different or unfamiliar is to be afraid of life.”  Unknown   This I know to be true: If you want to achieve and grow, change must take place. Bearing in mind, that anything you do, nothing remains the...

Understanding and managing Emotional Labour WHEN YOUR JOB REQUIRES YOU TO MANAGE YOUR EMOTIONS Does your job require you to manage your emotions or the way you express those emotions, to meet organizational expectations? This is called ’emotional labour.’ People in a...

WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO IDENTIFY AND EFFECTIVELY MANAGE CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Conflicts of interest can be seen as obvious, but they can also be quite subtle; and if you fail to recognize a conflict of interest, you could easily find yourself in a situation that...

HIGH SELF-EXPECTATIONS BECOME THE CATALYST FOR GREATER PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENTS Let’s say you’re afraid of spiders. On a cognitive level, you know that they are harmless little creatures. But if you see a spider web in your basement, you’re immediately on the alert for...

At some time or other we all day dream about quitting our day jobs, but few take the right action.  Many people run away from their day-to-day rather than running towards a viable dream. Next thing they know the discover they are living the same struggles over and...

How to decode business jargon WAYS TO STAMP OUT THE WRONG KIND OF LANGUAGE AND HOW TO USE THE RIGHT KIND EFFECTIVELY The business world is overflowing with unnecessary jargon – words that do more to confuse co-workers and customers than to help them. Here are three...

For years now, I’ve made it a point to read at least one entrepreneurial book every month. The sneak-peak into the mind of different entrepreneurs is what has helped me grow my business to 250 engaged employees and also ignited my passion to become a leadership coach...

Does being an Entrepreneur sounds so sexy to you?  Saying you are entrepreneur makes you sound like you know exactly what you’re doing, right? Of course it does, as an Entrepreneur everyone knows you are out to make a difference in the world - you have figured out the...

HOW CERTAIN PEOPLE SHOW THEY HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO LEAD OTHERS By Angela Civitella Organizations need leaders – and not just in top executive positions. Leaders are people who have the vision to see what needs to be done, and to motivate and energize people to perform...

Emotions are part of the human condition, as a result, we deal with them in every interaction, every day. From work to home to social events life, family, social events our emotions range depending on many factors. In the workplace, when expectations are high and...

DEFINING PASSIVE AGGRESSION AND STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING IT   Do you know people who are frequently sarcastic? Do they tease others cruelly or put them down, either directly or behind their back? If so, do they then use the phrase, “just kidding”, to appear to...