Sleep deprivation is a pervasive issue in today’s workplace, with far-reaching consequences for both employees and employers. Beyond the obvious effects on individual health and well-being, sleep deprivation takes a toll on productivity, absenteeism, workplace safety, and even the commute to and from work. The Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Productivity Numerous studies have shown that sleep-deprived individuals are significantly less productive than their well-rested counterparts. This decline in productivity can be attributed to several factors, including impaired cognitive function, … Continue reading “The Cost of Sleep Deprivation in the Workplace”
Mastering Remote Work: Digital Essentials for Staying Productive
Remote work has become a standard for many professionals, bringing both opportunities and challenges. Success in a remote setting hinges on the right tools and strategies to maintain productivity and efficiency. With the proper setup and resources, remote work can be just as effective, if not more so, than traditional office environments. This guide explores key digital tools and practices that can help you excel in your remote career. From setting up an efficient home office to using cutting-edge communication and project management tools, we’ll cover … Continue reading “Mastering Remote Work: Digital Essentials for Staying Productive”
7 Habits That Kill Productivity and How to Fix Them
In the pursuit of a productive and efficient workday, we often find ourselves battling against habits that stealthily sabotage our efforts. From the incessant lure of email notifications to the seductive grasp of social media, these productivity killers lurk in the corners of our routine. Let’s shine a light on seven common culprits and explore strategies to conquer them. Checking Email Too Often: The Inbox Dilemma The Habit: Constantly refreshing your inbox can be a black hole for productivity. Each … Continue reading “7 Habits That Kill Productivity and How to Fix Them”
Navigating Monday: How to Get Through the Most Hated Day of the Week
Monday – the universally dreaded day that somehow manages to extinguish the weekend euphoria faster than a pinprick deflates a balloon. But fear not, intrepid readers, for we’re about to present some useful tips on navigating Monday, a guide on turning the tide and making Monday a conquerable foe rather than a relentless adversary. Rise and Shine: The Early Bird Outsmarts Monday They say the early bird catches the worm, but on Monday, it catches a semblance of control over … Continue reading “Navigating Monday: How to Get Through the Most Hated Day of the Week”
16 Strategies You Can Use For a Productivity Boost.
Do you sometimes lay awake at night with a whisper of guilt in your ear? It happens to more people than you might think. We all have an intrinsic desire to be more productive and effective. The challenge is knowing where to start and how to make some changes to start being more productive and effective in the way we work and live. In this blog post, we’ll list 16 strategies you can use to help give you a productivity … Continue reading “16 Strategies You Can Use For a Productivity Boost. “
Careers & employer engagement in schools – what works (ISE webinar)
Last month I had the opportunity to participate in an ISE webinar to talk about what works in careers and employer engagement in schools. It was a great opportunity as, as well as me, there were also employers and representatives of schools there. I talked about currently policy and practice, but then we all rolled up our sleeves and tried to solve some of the real problems that people on both sides of the education and employment divide experience. It … Continue reading “Careers & employer engagement in schools – what works (ISE webinar)”
Podcast: Sustainability and career guidance
Photo by Narcisa Aciko on Pexels.com I recently had the opportunity to be interviewed as part of Veilederforum-podden (the Norwegian guidance forum’s new podcast). In the podcast I discuss the issue of sustainability in career guidance with Mari Thorbjørnsrud from the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills. In the conversation we discuss both the definition of sustainability associated with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These goals set out a broad vision for a sustainable and fair society. But, … Continue reading “Podcast: Sustainability and career guidance”
The Power of Routines in Everyday Life
If you spend any time at all on social media, you’ve probably been suggested and have watched numerous videos about people’s daily routines. Have they inspired you enough to start forming your own yet? If not, read on to learn more about the power of routines and how they can improve your everyday life. The Power of Routines Establishing a routine, whether it be something you do every day or on certain days of the week, can be very beneficial … Continue reading “The Power of Routines in Everyday Life”
Discussing career and agency on Hoda Kilani’s Career Info show
I was recently very privileged to be interviewed by Hoda Kilani’s Career Info show on YouTube. Hoda is a career development expert and practitioner based in Alberta, Canada. Hoda’s Career Info consists of career discussions with leading global experts in career development. Through these discussions she seeks to increase awareness about the importance of career literacy and offering tips designed to give people confidence as they pursue their career. In this interview I talk about careers and the future and … Continue reading “Discussing career and agency on Hoda Kilani’s Career Info show”
Work It DAILY's Top 6 Free Career Resources
Work It Daily has an amazing library of free resources for professionals at any age or job level. No matter if you’re looking for help with your job search, career change, or professional development efforts, Work It Daily has the career resources you need. Here are Work It Daily’s top six free career resources, plus a few additional resources you might find helpful: 1. Resume & LinkedIn Bootcamp Today, if you want recruiters to call you, your resume and LinkedIn … Continue reading “Work It DAILY's Top 6 Free Career Resources”