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Every year we're more and more excited to celebrate Christmas. Of course, we cherish the long-standing holiday activities our families do, but this Christmas, we're looking forward to trying a few new ways to celebrate Christmas to add to our fun. You may want to try some of these ideas for your holiday feast and gathering. Here are ways to really make the most of Christmas this year: 1. Take time to stop and think , reflect on the last year, write down the positives, learn from the negatives, then throw them away. 2. C hristmas without decorations makes no sense. Doing things differently can be a fun way of spending the Christmas holidays 2023. How about getting a live tree this year and decorating it with your family heirlooms? Or with miniature characters from your favorite comic or movie?   3. Write down a gratitude list. What are you thankful for this Christmas? It’s proven to make us feel better. Maybe also write down a task list for work too, so you can forget it and re...

Reflection is an important place to begin when you set goals because it gives you an honest starting point for moving forward. Reflecting raises our awareness about what worked and what didn’t work and it helps connect your past to your future. It’s important to remember that the purpose of reflection is not to JUDGE. Remember, the aim of reflection isn't to pass judgment. We're simply gathering information here. Your brain is going to want to point out everything that you did wrong, didn’t finish, or forgot. It is all just data. Avoid letting shame be a part of this process. Reflection Questions Grab your journal or a notebook, make yourself something cozy and warm to drink, and answer the following questions as honestly as you can: What were your goals for the year?  You may want to include goals from the various life domains including Personal, professional, health, social, financial, spiritual, and hobbies. (Can’t remember what your goals were for this year? Goal Awareness ...

Anyone who's been employed has likely encountered the strain of stress tied to their work. Regardless of your passion for your job, stress can manifest in various roles. Short-term demands such as meeting deadlines or tackling tough tasks can exert immediate pressure. However, prolonged work-related stress can become burdensome, posing risks to both physical and mental well-being. Learning how to handle pressure from work is crucial for achieving success both professionally and personally. Here are several approaches to better manage your work pressure and stress: Taking Steps to Manage Stress Track your stressors.  Keep a journal for a week or two to identify which situations create the most stress and how you respond to them. Record your thoughts, feelings, and information about the environment, including the people and circumstances involved, the physical setting, and how you reacted. Did you raise your voice? Get a snack from the vending machine? Go for a walk? Taking notes can...

Assess your business's present position and strategize for its future. Here are six steps to prepare for the upcoming year. The start of a new year is a great time to take stock of where your business currently stands and turn your attention to the future. What are your business goals for the year to come, and what kind of planning do you need to do to get there? Strategic business planning basically answers three questions: How is your business performing? What business goals do you want to set for the new year? What are the best ways to meet your goals? Here’s how to plan out the new year for your small business in more detail, by following these six steps. 1. Set Your Business Goals The first step toward any strategic plan is to determine where you’re headed, so spell out in concrete terms what you’d like to accomplish this year. Be specific. Don’t just say you’d like to increase sales. By how much? In which area? How? The clearer you are, the easier it will be to map out ways t...

We're all familiar with the saying: "You're not just marketing a product; you're marketing yourself." It's an age-old sales mantra that's bordering on cliché, yet its truth remains unchanged. That’s why anybody who’s hiring sales representatives knows that the quality of the product or service being sold is just as important as the person who sells it. They understand that the mark of a successful salesperson lies in a skilled balance of habits, attitudes, and personal qualities that align to make them a star in their field. During the interview and application process, there’s ample opportunity to gauge not only a person’s qualifications and expertise, but also their sense of style and the way they interact and engage with others and with the world. When it comes to sales, these traits can be just important as experience — if not more so. Below are some of the traits hiring authorities look for when scoping out the best talent for their sales team: 1. A P...

Ever experienced the sensation of not having adequate time to complete everything within a day? Balancing work, family, household tasks, and leisure pursuits might prompt the thought, "I wish my day lasted 48 hours!" Here are ten commonly overlooked methods to save time each day that could make a significant difference: Keep track of your time. “What gets measured gets done.” Though experts debate who wrote this old adage, few disagree with its wisdom. By measuring your time, you can evaluate whether you’re spending it wisely. Otherwise, how could you identify areas that need adjustment? Focus on your time-wasters one by one. Once you get over the shock of how many minutes you waste, you can reappropriate where it will do more good. As you check your progress regularly, your steady improvement will motivate you to eliminate even more time-wasting practices. According to bestselling author Kevin Daum, you will benefit from measuring your time for as short a period as a week or...