Monday, January 28, 2013

Starting your year in a positive mind frame



1. Make a conscious effort to take a lunch break A change of scenery will do your productivity a world of good
2. Tell people what you want
3. Stop saying no to yourself and instead start saying no to others – you can’t be everything to everybody
4. Bringing your lunch from home will save you money
5. Attend networking functions that will leave with a spring in your step, new connections and pumped full of that one of a kind energy
6. Make your workplace a bit more sparkly, it makes a difference! Perhaps a new mouse pad, a photo from home or some fancy new folders will do the trick
7. Create a vision board for the year – it doesn’t have to be hard. Just make yourself think about what you want to achieve this year; cut out some pictures or simply make a list. Vision Boards Rock
8.Time your work so that you have plenty of time for you
9. Stop negative self-talk
10. Be present in the moment, practice mindfulness 
11. As Oprah said – “Surround yourself with people that will only lift you higher” 
12. Trust your gut instincts - If it doesn’t feel right, it isn’t!

Friday, January 25, 2013

2013


Welcome to the new year, may it be a good one!


Networking is no longer just for sales people or when you’re looking for a new job. 

Your personal network is becoming a more and more valuable asset in developing your career

or business. 

What are your top networking tips, what skills do you equip yourself with that you use every day?


Networking does not have to involve sales pitches or business cards being thrust in your face. 

It’s about making real connections and finding out how you can help one another. 

Where do you feel like you belong.?