Category: Work-Life Balance

Getting caught up in work can be easy to do, and even the most balanced spouse can bring an unhealthy serving of work frustrations to the dinner table every day. But for small business owners, or more specifically, their spouses, work can quickly become the third partner in a marriage, and in this case, three can certainly become an unwanted crowd. Being married to an entrepreneur has its perks, though, and seeing a loved one turn their dreams into a reality,… Read More

Vacations are an important piece of the workplace puzzle. They revitalize employees, making them happier and more productive. In fact, studies show that 77% of human resource managers believe that employees who take most or all of their vacation time are more productive in their jobs than those who do not (that includes you, boss person). That said, scheduling employee time off, especially during peak vacation times, can be a headache for even the most organized employers. However, there are ways you can… Read More

A new year is upon us, and for many of us, that means taking inventory of our lives, deciding where we can improve, and making resolutions to guide us through our journey to improvement. While we typically think of resolutions as personal promises, the sentiment can and should extend to professional organizations. By making companywide resolutions, small business owners, managers, or individuals in other leadership roles can promote growth, increase the bottom line, and improve company morale. Not sure what… Read More

Everyone seems to have an opinion on getting things done – especially through the art of multitasking. With new studies and opinions coming out on the topic every year, the consensus on whether it works is mixed: “It’s counterproductive.” “It’s necessary.” “It’s dangerous.” Some even choose to believe that it doesn’t really exist. No matter which school of thought you choose to follow, the reality is that trying to do more than one thing at a time is common, and… Read More