Our problems aren’t so special. We think they are. We think no one has faced anything so complex. No one has a boss this crazy, a job this hectic, an email inbox filled with so many requests. If our problems are special, it’s a great excuse to avoid solving that problem. We need to stop … Continue Reading »
How Much Is A Good Commute Worth?
Probably more than we think. Columbia, Md, is the 27th most congested city in the nation, with drivers losing 32 hours a year sitting in bad traffic, according to a recent study. For my clients in my area, a long commute is almost a given. I talk to people who have hit the jackpot occasionally, and … Continue Reading »
Questions to Ask to Boost Job Satisfaction
When you’re going through a rough patch at work, it can be tempting to doubt your entire career. One bad day leads to another, and before you know it, you’re regretting leaving med school for the marketing job that you’ve enjoyed for years. Before you start to panic, ask yourself these three questions to assess job satisfaction. … Continue Reading »