by Michael E. Parker | Jun 3, 2019 | Health, Michael E. Parker, Work Life
While building a business and ensuring it continues to grow may require a good share of your attention, you should not let it become the only concern in your life. Many business leaders and entrepreneurs think they will have plenty of time for personal care in a few...
by Michael E. Parker | May 23, 2019 | Michael E. Parker, Work Life
Mindfulness is most commonly associated with meditation. It’s viewed as a tool to help lower stress and ease the mind. However, mindfulness isn’t just a way to relax. It’s also an outlook that allows people to unite the mind and the body. Mindfulness...
by Michael E. Parker | May 8, 2019 | Health, Michael E. Parker, Work Life
Workplace wellness programs are motivated by several factors. In the US, where employers pay into employees’ health insurance, wellness programs can help prevent expensive chronic illnesses. However, there’s also research that shows healthy employees are...
by Michael E. Parker | Apr 10, 2019 | Michael E. Parker, Work Life
Team building is an essential tool to develop cooperation and teamwork in the workplace. Team building establishes trust, communication, collaboration, and mitigates conflict. When implemented effectively, it results in more engaged employees and, ultimately,...
by Michael E. Parker | Mar 13, 2019 | Michael E. Parker, Work Life
Burnout is an unfortunate side effect of dedicating one too many hours to your career that nearly every working individual experiences at one point or another. Pushing yourself beyond your limits is hardly ever recommended in a business setting when that translates to...
by Michael E. Parker | Mar 1, 2019 | Michael E. Parker, Work Life
It’s no surprise that stress in the workplace can have a significant impact on employees. In fact, stress in the workplace is the most common problem employees face worldwide. Stress can lead to burnout, which can result in employee turnover rates increasing....
by Michael E. Parker | Feb 19, 2019 | Michael E. Parker, Work Life
About three out of four people report that their lives are affected by stress, causing interference in both their personal and work lives. More often than not, workplace stress is caused by deadlines and dealing with challenging people. While some thrive on conflict,...
by Michael E. Parker | Feb 4, 2019 | Michael E. Parker, Personal Finance
In America, there are quite a few numbers that dramatically influence your life: your age, your salary, and your credit score. While your age is permanent and your salary is determined mostly by outside sources, your credit score is entirely controllable. While it may...
by Michael E. Parker | Jan 23, 2019 | Michael E. Parker, Personal Finance
Regardless of the misconceptions, setting financial goals is an essential part of each individual’s life (whether they know it or not). Financial planning is important and helpful for people in all stages of life. In fact, the sooner one begins understanding their...
by Michael E. Parker | Jan 7, 2019 | Michael E. Parker, Personal Finance
It can sometimes be tricky to understand where your money is going. A lot of times the number of small purchases you make can slip your mind. These small purchases, along with bigger ones like rent, loans, or electric bills, can make your bank account seem like it’s...
