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Positive Changes That Should Come With Your Success
What is success? This is a question that has baffled so many since the beginning of time. Most may measure it by the amount of wealth a person has amassed or the number of accomplishments received. Yet there are those who will argue that it is never based on...
Four Things That Giving Back Should Make You Realize
Anything positive that you do is bound to make a good impact. Your generosity and selflessness will likely serve as an inspiration and encouragement to others. However, you cannot keep on making a difference without seeing some change in yourself as well. As...
New Ways To Start Your Mornings
What is adventure? It may be defined as a bold attempt to try something different and in the process allow you to view things in a new perspective. To see adventure this way means it is something you can apply in every aspect of your life. So how about trying a...
Too Scared To Lead? Tips to Help You Accept a Leadership Role With Confidence
Most people would be thrilled to be offered a leadership role. Aside from being a compliment because you are seen as someone competent, it is likewise a validation that you are doing an excellent job. Yet accepting the post also means taking on heavier...
Four Rules For A Relaxing Staycation
Why do so many people love to travel? If you come to think of it, it is probably the idea that traveling can help you experience total relaxation. A few days off your usual routines can refresh your mind and re-energize your body. To immerse yourself in a...
Book and Movie Recommendations to Inspire Philanthropy
Reading books and watching movies are great ways to pass the time and entertain ourselves. Moreover, these hobbies are cool ways to learn new things. You can further maximize the benefits of reading and watching by using it as a way to motivate yourself to help and...
Struggling To Form Good Habits? A Vacation Might Help
If you observe successful people and pick out something that is present in all of them, one common denominator that is sure to pop out is- good habits. Indeed, the things that we have included in our routines and do repeatedly can be a strong indicator of whether...
Career Advice From Some Of The World’s Best Leaders
People who want to succeed in their careers should also realize that it is a huge feat to conquer. With all the work involved and challenges to surpass, you cannot expect the journey to be easy. Fortunately, you don't have to do it alone, you can always choose to...
Entertaining Ways To Celebrate at Home This Valentines
Whether you are single or in a relationship, the 14th of February is a great day to celebrate love and friendship. Although you can pick any day of the year to express admiration for your dear ones, the day of hearts provides a great excuse to be affectionate or...
5 Ways To Be Generous Without Spending A Penny
For many people, generosity is a way to express their appreciation and affection to others. It is surely fulfilling to see the people we care about happy because of the tokens and gifts we give. To some extent, some people would even measure the depth of one’s love...
Thinking Of Traveling? Reasons Why You Should Do It While Young
Traveling for many is immensely exciting and wonderfully inspiring. With the happiness you feel and wisdom you gain, you would think everyone would grab the chance to travel at every opportunity. Yet there are so many factors that can make people think it is...
Things You Can Do To Improve Your Leadership Throughout the Year
No one achieves mastery in one sitting. Thus, anyone who aspires to be an expert on any field should be willing to put in time and effort to grow knowledge and enhance skills. If your goal is to be a great leader, you should always be seeking to improve the way you...
4 Ways to Challenge Yourself This New Year
The thrill of adventure comes from the challenge that goes with it. When you come to think of it, challenge is one word that you can easily interchange with adventure. After all, you cannot call something an adventure if it is not challenging enough. Thus, if you...
In the Middle of a Stressful Workday? Use These Three Mental Breaks Tips to Hit the Reset Button
Fulfilling a leadership position comes with a lot of responsibility. As rewarding as the work can be, it can also be the source of much of your daily stress. While some days pass without incident, others are full of pressure, deadlines, and corporate demands....
Leadership: 3 Apps That Will Help You Achieve Your Goals
All effective leaders have mastered the art of goal-setting. But even more importantly, they’ve learned how to achieve the goals they create. When it comes to developing strong follow-through, sometimes all you need is a little nudge in the right direction....
Three Life Goals for the New Year
With the new year quickly approaching, many of us are reflecting on our experiences over the last 365 days. For those in leadership positions, your reflection probably revolves around how effective you were when it came to inspiring and improving the lives of...
3 Impressive Scenic Drives to Visit This Fall
With the rise of the latest pandemic, the way that we travel has had to change. Some people are staying safe by avoiding air travel altogether, while others opt to limit their vacations to less populated destinations. Many adventure-seekers have found comfort in...
Microsoft Teams Offers These 4 Features To Help Your Company Succeed Virtually
Coronavirus left many companies scrambling to convert their daily operations to virtual enterprises. For many, that meant finding tools and resources that specialize in making fundamental tasks easier. One of the most important elements of running a successful...
3 Remote National Parks to Visit Safely Amid COVID-19
In these uncertain times, it has been increasingly difficult to balance personal safety with the desire to travel and explore the world. Many families have found creative ways to have fun within the confines of their homes while limiting activities that require...
Want to Donate Clothes and Household Items? Here Are 3 Ways to Donate Safely
In addition to causing a global health crisis, coronavirus has put a damper on countless activities that brought joy to our lives. Not only have entertainment and travel plans been impacted, so have the most selfless of our pursuits. Although many of us still have...
Visiting Your Family for the Holidays? Here’s How to Keep Everyone Safe
Maintaining holiday traditions during a pandemic can be tricky. With social distancing mandates and travel restrictions, attempting to visit your family can come with several challenges. Fortunately, there are many reliable ways to limit the health risks for you...
Telecommuting While Your Children Are Home? Use These Three Tips To Make Your Work Day Easier
COVID-19 has affected the world in ways that very few of us saw coming. As the initial panic set in, everyday tasks like gym workouts and trips to the movies became forbidden activities that reinforced the reality that a new normal was replacing customs of old....
3 Charitable Causes Dedicated to Fighting COVID
Coronavirus rocked the globe and changed billions of lives, seemingly overnight. Millions of people have fallen ill, lost their jobs, and been displaced from their homes. People all around the world are struggling to get back on their feet, protect their health and...
Leadership: 3 Perks to Provide Essential Employees During A Pandemic
“Essential workers” is a term that many of us were unfamiliar with before the spread of COVID-19. However, our country has grown to learn the importance of this special group of employees. From cashiers to medical staff, and all of the public service roles that...
3 Simple Ways to Create a Backyard Adventure for Your Kids
This year’s pandemic has put a damper on most families’ adventurous travel plans. With the ever changing peaks and valleys of the number of Coronavirus cases, it’s hard to know when it’s completely safe to leave the security of your home. And for parents of...
Suffering From Wanderlust But Can’t Travel? Here Are 3 Virtual Ways to Get Your Fix
To travel, or not to travel, is a controversial subject in the age of COVID-19. While some people feel comfortable donning a mask and hopping on a flight, others are still cautiously staying home. If you identify more with the latter, you may be looking for safe...
3 Philanthropic Lessons We Can Learn From Doris Buffett
As a selfless philanthropist, Doris Buffett’s goal was to ensure that the last check she ever wrote would bounce. After amassing wealth through lucrative investment shares, Ms. Buffett definitely had the means to dole out large donations to her favorite...
Three Great Reasons Why Every Leader Should Start a Journal
If you are a leader with a myriad of responsibilities on your shoulders, it is probably a struggle to squeeze some ‘me’ time into your schedule. As your leadership role advances, it becomes even more challenging to make sure that you have time left for yourself....
Four Suggestions For a Philanthropists’ Bucket List
Nothing is more rewarding than knowing that your actions have made a positive impact on others. So once you experience the joys that come from doing charitable works, do not be surprised if you would start seeking ways to do it again and again. You may even be on...
Ready to Be a Virtual Traveler? Five Ways to Make The Most of It
Do you consider yourself as someone who is happiest when exploring new places and taking exciting adventures? If your answer is yes, then it is safe to assume that it has been pretty challenging for you to follow recent policies that aim to control the spread of...