You’ve likely attended a poorly run meeting more often than not. The reason? Most people learn how to run meetings from people who were never taught how to run them. A primary reason for ineffective meetings is that they lack clear goals. Or they are used to give updates instead of encouraging problem-solving and team collaboration. They are ineffective and too plentiful. Less is more. A well-organized, infrequent meeting is much better than multiple meetings with no clear roadmap. If you gather people (in person or online), you must have an action-oriented purpose for calling folks together.

As a conduit for healing, I provide hands-on reiki energy and deep listening as a life coach. Over the years, I’ve been blessed to witness some of life’s most amazingly tender, joyous, and agonizing moments in the lives of friends, beloveds, and strangers who later became close friends.

Often, my clients are right on the cusp of life, tasting everything, still open to possibility, and planning bright futures. Others are facing impending death and are helping their beloveds plan lives without them.

Taking on New Year’s resolutions is a traditional way to start a new year. Still, you should know that making intentional, goal-oriented, and achievable resolutions are better than ones without metrics. Instead, it would be best to focus on achieving your resolutions and setting objectives to help you reach them.

Whether you're a manager or an employee, you need to keep up with the trends in the workplace. According to the World Economic Forum, the most significant trends shaping our workplaces in 2023 will be remote work, women at the helm of leadership, upskilling programs, cybersecurity, and the gig economy.

Having consulted with hundreds of workplace leaders as a consultant, coach, and trainer, I have noticed five common challenges that most managers and leaders experience. These challenges can be difficult to overcome, but several solutions are straightforward. These solutions will help you avoid some of the most common problems causing workplace stress and loss of productivity.

Managing a hybrid workplace can be an exciting challenge. Knowing the best methods to make the workplace as efficient as possible is essential while maintaining the flexibility that the hybrid environment can bring. You should know how to promote a culture of flexibility and encourage emotional intelligence in the workplace. You should also know how to create a constant loop of feedback between people managers and their employees.

Several factors drive employee engagement, whether you are trying to attract new employees or keep them. These include culture, DEI and wellness, leadership, and compensation. To build an engaged workforce, you must know how to create a great culture and a dynamic leadership team. You also need to know what the best compensation strategy is as well as how to pivot, strategize, anticipate the impact of change, and use mistakes as learning opportunities.

Managing fear is a skill that you need to master if you want to achieve your goals. This blog post outlines several ways that you can practice this skill. Those ways include Visualization, Goal-setting, Therapy, and Affirmations.

Using affirmations for managing fear is a way to change negative thought patterns and reduce anxiety. They can also be a great way to practice self-compassion. This can reduce stress and worry, increase self-confidence, and help you live a more stress-free life.

Getting out of the hustle-culture mindset begins with defining and prioritizing rest and self-care. This can mean different things for different people, but it is essential to take care of yourself. Stress can lead to high blood glucose, muscle, bone breakdown, and impaired immune system function. If you are experiencing high-stress levels, take a break and let your mind and body heal.

The hustle mindset is a mindset that is centered on the idea that work is the answer to life, success, and happiness. It is a mindset that is toxic. It promotes the idea that only relentless hard work will lead to success and teaches that people are not worthy or valuable.

Developing a limitless business mindset is essential. It helps you overcome self-imposed limitations and move forward in your life, relationships, and business. Founders of great insurgent companies are restless.

Founders of great insurgent companies are not content to be constrained by industry boundaries. Rather than just building a better mousetrap, they are constantly seeking new markets. Moreover, they don't mind being in the limelight. The best part is they don't have to worry about losing their insurgency. Furthermore, their curiosity and hunger keep them ahead of trends and accountable to their remarkable visions. 

Many entrepreneurs feel burnt out and lose their focus. This can lead to unproductive decisions, poor work-life balance, and even health problems. It's essential to take time for self-care and prioritize being non-negotiable about your mind, body, and spiritual healing. Taking a holistic approach to your to-do list can help you become a mindful entrepreneur. Stay focused on what is most important by observing your emotions, breathing well, and re-routing distractions. You can also cultivate a positive mindset by expressing gratitude while prioritizing self-care.

Quiet quitting is a response to the "rise and grind" ethos of the workplace. It is also a response to burnout and workplace stress. It refers to doing the minimum requirements of a job without the expectation of a raise or a promotion.

The concept of quiet quitting has been around for years. However, it just recently became a popular trend. Social media drove this trend. In particular, TikTok videos have become famous for amplifying this trend, with millions of views. These videos have become a popular way to talk about the art of having a job without it taking over your life.

During the past ten years, The Great Resignation has been gaining momentum. CEOs have been leaving their positions in record numbers. They are going for two reasons: political pressures and expectations of a recession. And many CEOs are seeking a better work-life balance.

In the past year, more than 100 CEOs have stepped down from their positions. Many top executives have taken on new roles, such as teaching yoga, writing books, and consulting. They are also planning to spend more time with their families.

If you want to rebuild a connection with your partner, the first step can be the hardest, particularly if you feel more like a college roommate than a lover. (Yes, I realize that some college roommates are or become lovers, but that’s the stuff of a different blog post!) The longer we're stuck in patterns in which we neglect romance and intimacy, the harder it can be to bridge the divide. But if you're reading this, you're willing to take the first step in rekindling the sparks that once drew you together and made you feel like spending a lifetime together.

During the holiday season, we can be tempted to indulge in overindulgence. This can lead to unnecessary stress and guilt. But there are ways to avoid overindulgence during this time of year. One of the first things to do is listen to your body. If you feel a sudden desire for food, ask yourself whether you're really hungry. It could be something other than food.

Effectively managing conflict at work involves listening to all parties, being clear about the problem, and being honest with each other. Conflict situations often include differences in personality styles and must be dealt with separately. You can start by identifying the problem and holding a separate meeting to discuss it. This way, both parties can share their perspective without fear of hurting the other.

Identify the causes of your frustration and burnout. For example, you may be working on too many projects at once. If this is the case, you should sit down with your manager and explain your workload. He may be able to give you a delay or delegate some of the work. You can also try to block out specific times in your schedule so you can focus on a specific task. This will help you feel more in control of your time and prevent you from being distracted by several things. Another primary source of frustration and burnout is a lack of time.

If you have a problematic coworker, there are several ways to deal with them. Please treat them with respect, show compassion and kindness, and learn your company's policies on challenging behavior. If you've been dealing with difficult people at work for several years, you know that you can't always make them happy. However, there are ways to deal with these individuals and make them more bearable.

The de-stigmatizing of mental illness is a vital goal for all communities. Everyone should treat people with mental health problems with dignity and respect, and they shouldn't fear being judged harshly for seeking help or having a mental illness. Mental illness should be seen the same way as any physical illness we may encounter in ourselves and others. A new project called Purplepersuasion hopes to combat the current trend of "playing down" mental illnesses' seriousness. 

How to Recognize When Others Are Struggling

One of the best ways to recognize when others are struggling is to reach out to them and offer them your support. This doesn't mean you need to know the specific cause of their problems. Instead, try to recognize the signs of mental or emotional struggle and act accordingly. Some signs of struggling include hopelessness, self-isolation, emotional outbursts, and mood instability. Self-isolation is a common symptom of depression and other mental illnesses. People who experience depression tend to isolate themselves due to negative thoughts and the mistaken belief that people don't like them. They often avoid social situations or refuse to go anywhere.