Feeling nervous is a common reaction to having an important meeting or making a difficult decision. Even positive events, such as a wedding or the birth of a child, may make a person nervous. For some people, nervousness may trigger feelings of worry or doubt and could result in physical symptoms, such as headaches…
Adopting a pet is a great way to add more love and companionship into your life. However, it is important to think through the practical considerations before you bring a pet home. Questions to ask yourself include: What kind of pet do I want? What previous experience do I have with this kind of pet?…
Sometimes, an employee will make a mistake that shakes their confidence. When this occurs, they may mistrust their own judgment or instincts in a way that impacts their productivity. While taking the time to do a “gut check” is important, a lingering loss of confidence may turn a short-term error into a long-term problem. If…
When making a list of the key qualities a manager should bring to their work, emotional intelligence (or EQ) is sometimes forgotten. Yet emotional intelligence, or the ability to recognize the impact one’s behavior has on others, is a key ingredient in management success. A person who is skilled in the use of emotional intelligence…