Becoming your own boss
Jerry 
Introduction In general, employees seem to prefer enthusiastic bosses. Bosses with a great sense of empathy and a good listening ear. Or those who let go of the reins every now and then for a thriving company. “Soft” attributes such as listening, support, enthusiasm and empathy among managers are generally most appreciated. Moreover, when employees … Read more
Introduction Here is to all laid-off workers, especially the Keystone pipeline construction workers: Guys, I feel for you and your families, as I have been laid-off a couple of times myself. I dearly want to help you find a new way (through the internet) of making money for yourself, on the side or full time. … Read more
Introduction On our very basis, we humans are group animals. What I mean is that we are dependent on other people in order to get things done, some more than others. Our prehistoric ancestors already understood this when hunting and gathering. On your own, you were in danger and it was almost impossible to survive; … Read more
Introduction Everybody knows it: procrastination, lack of sleep, or stress of any kind do not really benefit your performance at work. On the contrary, they will hamper your good work in more than one way, sometimes unwittingly. So, you better get rid of it as soon as possible and permanently as well. And yes, there … Read more
Introduction When we toasted the new year on New Year’s Eve in 2019, no one could have predicted how 2020 would turn out, well maybe the Chinese as Covid started in December 2019 in Wuhan. In the meantime, a new year has started and there is a massive desire to return to more freedom and … Read more
Introduction Frustrations at work, you will have encountered these on many occasions. Little ones and big ones. Your colleagues, your workplace, your boss, the working environment, all can be big sources of frustration. And, if lasting or repeating themselves frequently, they will affect your good mood and even your health. You should not let this … Read more
Introduction We can all suffer from it from time to time: frustrations at work. Where do they originate from? The obvious ones: stress, schedules that are too tight and annoying bosses and/or colleagues. Here are some more in the form of questions. Do you think that your colleagues sometimes work downright inefficiently? Do you have … Read more
Introduction Gossip, backstabbing, slander, career sabotage and sweet-talking: these are examples of some form of office politics that unfortunately almost everyone will have to deal with on daily basis. It can wear people completely out. Office politics often have a negative connotation, but you could also use office politics positively and consciously so that maybe … Read more
Introduction There is a big question about employee engagement in our companies. The figures do not show a very uplifting picture. Worldwide research shows that 1 in 5 employees has emotionally dropped out of their own organization. So no involvement, no connection, no development, growth and therefore returns. But there is hope, as we can … Read more
Introduction Here’s another thing that happens quite often on the work floor. A boss who constantly yells at you and/or makes fun of you. What can you do to counter this? Scientists have figured it out and come up with a surprising answer. One of the best ways to counter angry bosses seems to be … Read more