Nothing puts an author’s teeth on edge quite like waiting for the editorial reviews to start coming in when their book is finally published. These are reviews by unbiased readers giving their honest opinion of the author’s work. I think it’s only fair to share all of my reviews, not just the good ones. So, […]

Pexels – CC0 Licence We live in a business-friendly environment. Yet, while that’s good for some things — it makes setting up your business relatively straightforward — there are downsides, too. For instance, there’s a lot of competition. You’re in a good position to get a business up and running, but then again, so is […]

Photo by @timmossholder Each learning method must involve research. It entails researching several sources to learn more about and comprehend a certain topic or issue. Yet, a person’s approach to research might differ based on their preferred method of learning. With the advice of Michael D. Levitt, the Chief Burnout Officer of the Morning Leadership […]

Photo via @campaign_creators Our workplace has undergone significant transformation as a result of the pandemic, and many businesses have been forced to quickly adopt remote work. Organizations are beginning to explore hybrid work arrangements as vaccination rates rise and things begin to normalize. These approaches combine the benefits of face-to-face collaboration with the flexibility of […]

As a writer, fear is something that’s been with me since I started my writing. It can be overbearing, overwhelming, and downright debilitating. But I refuse to let it win. I’ve written a lot about fear and how to overcome it, but I think it’s important to say that fear is good. Fear is your […]

Since I avoid the use of harsh, toxic chemicals in cleaning, I often use vinegar in cleaning. However, Consumer Reports says it shouldn’t be used in nine cases: Clothes irons. Vinegar could damage the inside of the iron. Countertops: Vinegar is an acid, and it can etch and dull natural stone such as marble and […]

With constant changes and evolution in society, businesses must find ways to stay current and improve. The restaurant industry continues to grow—restaurants are necessary to society because they provide essential services, especially in a fast-paced environment. After the COVID-19 worldwide pandemic, some industries switched to digital options to deliver results, making dining more convenient and […]

@adolfofelix When workers aren’t invested in their work, it can lead to sloppy results, low morale, and unhappy customers. Most business owners wouldn’t intentionally create such an issue, but there are several potential causes. Finding the underlying reason for employee disengagement is often the only effective solution. Some of the following may turn out to […]

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay Attract the Right Job or Clientele: Do You Overcomplicate Issues? A recent discussion about the dismal results of improving DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) could be much better. Suddenly, a simplistic starting point came to me for those who honestly desire to improve their standing with employees, their status, […]

Our guest for this Living to 100 Club Podcast is Dr. Mike Van Thielen. It is a conversation about the many ways we can overcome barriers to tapping our true potential and unleashing our superpowers. Dr. Van Thielen is the author of  the newly released book, The IZOD Method – Unleash Your Superpower: Optimize Productivity […]