Feeling unproductive? You are not alone. Procrastination is on the rise, say researchers. Why people procrastinate There are several reasons why someone might procrastinate. One reason is not seeing progress or results. When people don’t see results to their actions, they lose motivation. This can be a brief loss of...
Why it is important to maintain good relations with former employers and colleagues
The importance of maintaining good relations with former employers and colleagues cannot be stressed enough. The benefits to both personal and professional wellbeing are many. 1. Studies show that networking is the best way to find a job. In fact, most job seekers obtain jobs through networking. Provisions Group says...
How to enhance productivity in your daily life
A lot of time is wasted on unnecessary or unimportant things. Especially with technology and social media, it’s so easy to become occupied with unnecessary tasks or tasks that are not bringing desired results. That is, tasks not helping you reach your goals, whether they are job hunting / career...
How to Set Goals So You Actually Achieve Them
Dear Reader, We are near the end of the year. This is an exciting time. A change of season and year is always an indication of “out with the old and in with the new.“ Whether it is a new way of life, a new career, or new goals, the...
What is imposter syndrome?
If imposter syndrome is affecting you, you’re not alone. In this article we talk about what imposter syndrome is, some of its effects, and how to deal with imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome is the internal feeling that you are not as competent as others perceive you to be. You might...
3 leadership skills you need for greater success
Business leaders need to be good at a number of different skills, leadership skills being one of them. In fact leadership skills may be the most important. “Leadership skills are essential because they enable individuals to motivate, inspire, and guide others toward achieving a common goal,” says the European Business...
How to Handle Micromanagement in the Workplace
Workplace micromanagement tends to negatively impact a person’s mental health and wellbeing. Micromanagement is a management style in which a manager closely observes, controls, and/or reminds the work of their subordinates or employees (Wikipedia). Rather than telling an employee what tasks need to be accomplished and by when, a micromanager...
Why it’s important to have a positive mindset
Mindset is everything. Mindset affects how you do anything, how you approach obstacles, and how you deal with positive and negative situations. It’s important to have a positive mindset. When you have a positive mindset, you’re able to identify opportunities and solutions. In addition, you are likely to...
Ramadan Special: An Important Message About Ramadan
Ramadan is the Muslim Holy Month of fasting. In Ramadan, every good deed has a 70 times reward. This is a great time to get rewards and increase spirituality. Spend this month in prayers, Quran recitation (which increases peacefulness) , adhkar (remembrance of Allah), and charities. Avoid gossip / chat...
Importance of an Ideal Home and Work Environment for Personal Wellbeing
An ideal home and work environment are vital for career success. Both your home background and work environment affect stress and wellbeing. In order to correctly focus on your work and have optimal productivity, it is important that neither is negative. Because your career future, opportunities for advancement, and income...
