Resilience is a vital life skill for those of us seeking a path to greater wisdom, strength, and growth in times of adversity. However, the strategies are not of the ready-fire-aim variety. Reacting to life's events demands patience, a quality that I, being an extrovert, often find challenging to embody. As we approach the year's end, I share these reflections in the hope of learning from introverts the invaluable art of patience and the grace of waiting. Consider What Happens When We Are Forced to “Wait” In our sped-up world of hypertext, hyperspace, and high blood pressure, we might do well to consider what happens when we are forced to “wait”. I find myself thinking about those moments when stillness takes precedence over activity. It is in the quiet of waiting that our creativity, imagination, and dreams take place. Some waiting contains optimism, and others hold negativity. Some waiting we can control. Others we cannot. Think of this list as a catalyst for your personal contemplation on the concept of "waiting." Extend the list and uncover what remains latent, awaiting your initiative to awaken. Let go of those aspects where you must yield to the eventual outcome. Regard this piece as an invitation for introspection, enjoyment, and reminiscence. Waiting... Waiting... the mental fingers-crossed image when the offer has been made on the house. Waiting... the breathless time between first date and first kiss. Waiting... the hush of morning stillness when sleepy heads listen for the morning paper to thud on the pavement. Waiting... the eager anticipation of birth and the ever-expanding stomach which hides your feet from view. Waiting... the empty mailbox yawning for a letter from someone, maybe just anyone. Waiting... the anxious moments when we visualize the worst news from the doctor. Waiting... the tingly, giggly, squirmy endless march from Thanksgiving to Santa’s arrival. Waiting.. . the boredom of watching airline repair crews work on your last flight of the long week. Waiting... the stomach-growling grace before meals while the smell of pungent Italian sausage drifts from the plate. Waiting... the blank space from artist’s block to fruitful creativity. Waiting... the pause between the end of a speech and the audience’s response. Waiting... the frustrating, maddening on-hold music while you wait for technical support to answer your software question. Waiting... the check is in the mail. Waiting... the moments between dusk and dark and the fireworks display. Waiting... the prayer and sorrow as a hand is held while death approaches. NOW, it’s your turn. I’ll wait to see how you use my words to trigger your thoughts.

How do Children Learn Resiliency and Hope? Resiliency is not a one-time skill to be pulled out in times of crisis. Many of you know I coined the word presilience ™ for preemptive resilience. In short, resilience is a life skill that can and must be developed and nurtured beginning with our children. I asked colleagues Karin Hurt and David Dye, owners of Let’s Grow Leaders, to write how lessons with children can be applied to adults. They have also created a wonderful resiliency book for children. Consider getting it if you have youngsters in your life. Enjoy, Eileen Three Ways Leaders Develop Resiliency – In Your Team or Your Children A teacher of developmentally challenged students took them to a fast-food restaurant to order lunch. One student was struggling with this new experience so her teacher walked beside her. As the student approached the counter, her teacher asked, “Now what do you do?” She ordered her food and he asked her, “Now what do you do?” She paid for her food, received her change, and he asked, “Now what do you do?” She walked to the end of the counter, picked up her tray of food and drink and turned to find a table. As she turned, the tray slipped out of her hand and her food and drink spilled across the floor. The teacher calmly said, “And now what do you do?” He understood that problems will happen and that we have the ability to respond and take the next step. There are three behaviors that will help you to develop resiliency in others. Show them what resiliency looks like. As parents, teachers, and team leaders we cultivate resiliency when we respond to problems matter-of-factly. A problem isn’t the end of the world. It’s something to be acknowledged and worked through. Manage your response to their setbacks. The teacher didn’t freak out when the student spilled her food. When your team or children face problems, communicate your confidence in their ability to respond to and overcome the problem. Ask empowering questions. Help them find a path forward by asking questions that reduce the problem to smaller steps. Eg: “And now what do you do?” In our new children’s book Glowstone Peak the characters are confronted with a series of problems that don’t turn out the way they hope they will. They discover ways to take the next step – sometimes alone, sometimes together. We hope this story of courage, influence, and hope will help inspire resiliency and leadership for the children you love. Karin Hurt and David Dye are keynote speakers, leadership experts, and the award-winning authors of Winning Well: A Manager’s Guide to Getting Results Without Losing Your Soul. and Glowstone Peak . Karin is a top leadership consultant and CEO of Let’s Grow Leaders . A former Verizon Wireless executive, she was named to Inc. Magazine’s list of most innovative leadership speakers. David Dye is a former executive, elected official, and President of Let’s Grow Leaders, their leadership training and consulting firm located outside Washington DC.

“Meditation brings wisdom; lack of meditation leaves ignorance. Know well what leads you forward and what holds you back. Choose the path that leads to wisdom.” – Buddha I can hear some of you right now: “Meditate! I’d rather medicate.” Can’t blame you. This practice might seem to fit the slower life of religious folks. Au contraire! Men and women caught in today’s frantic, frenetic pace can get back into a place of con- trolled energy with a daily practice of meditation. Here’s why. Instead of just throwing yourself out of bed when the alarm sounds or hitting the snooze button and turning over, become very deliberate with the start of the day. Without a deliberate practice, we join the energy-sucking race into life. I am by no means a great practitioner. In fact, I am pretty lousy. But I do know that if I wake up 15 minutes early, do the morning chores my body needs (including brushing my teeth), I can return to bed or a chair and just sit for 10 minutes. Doing nothing. Just gently breathing. Sure, my monkey mind chatters about the to-do list. I tell it to be quiet. Sometimes I am successful. Sometimes not. It doesn’t matter. I am starting the day with my energy controlled. You can move into a longer practice, take classes, listen to tapes. Those all take time. Right now, a 10-minute start to the day will start your energy flowing in the right direction, connecting with what matters to you! Then, when life takes over and you find yourself hyperventilating at the kids, the assignment, the spouse, go back to the very first lesson: Breeeathe. This excerpt is from my book My Get Up and Go… Got Up and Went: Simple Ways to Recharge Your Batteries and Renew Your Life! . You can purchase it for yourself or for someone as a gift by clicking here .

Ginger Hardage and I connected years ago when I called Southwest Airlines, asking if I could visit the headquarters and observe more carefully what made this company such a magnet for getting and keeping talent. Ginger was my contact. She recently retired as as Senior VP Corporate Culture and Communications and now is ready to share her vast knowledge with the rest of the world. Those of you who follow my work know that I believe a resilient, sustainable organization needs to create a culture for achievement, growth, and meaning… not to mention fun. Thank, you Ginger for offering your insights. Whose Job is Corporate Culture Anyway? For some of you, the word "culture" might appear in your job title and loom large as a key strategic focus for you. Some of you may have an element of culture that falls within your job description. Others may be desperately hoping that anyone in their organization will begin to care about the topic! The topic of corporate culture has been active in some organizations for decades, but it is now going mainstream as more institutions are addressing organizational health. Recent headlines around sexual harassment and equality in the workplace highlight the critical need to set the right tone in our organizations. Rightfully so, employees are demanding that our workplaces live up to the hype. Regardless of where you fall on the spectrum of interest about corporate culture, my contention is: Culture is everyone's responsibility. But how this priority plays out can look differently depending on your "seat on the bus" (to paraphrase Jim Collins). So how does that break down? And, what should that practically look like in my organization? There are a few critical roles that must all work in parallel for this to become a reality. Senior Leadership - Usually, when I'm approached about a potential consulting opportunity involving corporate culture, it is from the CEO or a senior leader in the organization. So there is no question about the priority placed on culture by the C-suite. But when the outreach does not originate from the C-suite, my first question is about the buy-in from senior leadership. If the leaders of an organization are not signed on about cultural change and do not see the importance of modeling the behavior that is expected in the organization, then it's a lost cause. Employees immediately see though a leader who is "all talk and no action." The Right Leader - Rather than debate where Culture should reside in a company, focus on identifying the right person to lead the charge. That individual should embody the values of the organization and have the level of influence to assure that policies, practices, and programs are driven throughout every level of the company. My title at Southwest Airlines was Sr. VP of Culture and Communications and that structure is still in place. At other organizations, Culture may fall under the Human Resources umbrella. Regardless, creating and sustaining a healthy environment will take discipline and cooperation between multiple departments. So focus on identifying the right individual who can collaborate with others to push for change. Every Leader - Culture is everyone's responsibility. Every leader and employee in the organization should be held accountable for living the values of the organization. Best-in-class organizations make sure that measurement against the values of the organization are part of the performance evaluation process. One of the preeminent communications associations espouses: Realize an enterprise's true character is expressed by its people. When organizations focus on these areas and ultimately embrace Culture as everyone's responsibility, true cultural transformation begins. Make sure all of these people groups are identified and empowered to do their part to build a culture of greatness. Learn more about creating and sustaining cultures of enduring greatness and engage with Ginger at http://unstoppablecultures.com

The flames of burnout can turn any employee into a crispy critter. However, managers who work on their connection skills with employees are the best resources for getting and keeping good employees. Enjoy this guest post and a very helpful infographic. In fact, print out the infographic, laminate it and keep it where you can see it! Managing isn’t easy. Managers control the most valuable asset of any company: the employees. Nurturing a successful team from the start can help you grow employee engagement and customer loyalty for the long haul. A recent study found that 60% of employees who were recognized for their performance increased their engagement. In short, managers shouldn’t be afraid to compliment their team members and thank them for their hard work! Another study showed that 56% of employees would turn down a 10 percent raise to stay with a great boss. Remember that employees don’t leave companies; they leave managers. Fundera created a comprehensive guide on how to be a great manager. 7 Easy Ways to Become a Better Manager 1. Onboard Successfully Giving your team the tools and strategies to exceed expectations will increase ROI and motivate your team to do their best work. Follow the four Cs of successful onboarding : Compliance, clarification, culture, and connection. These will set you apart from the 80% of companies that don’t conduct proper onboarding at a strategic level. 2. Improve Time Management You should focus on shoring up your own time management skills before you guide your team in completing their projects on time. Know your goals and what you can realistically complete. Spend time prioritizing your tasks, organizing, and knowing time is your friend, not the enemy. 3. Communicate Effectively Clearly set the tone for what you want to get across, repeat as needed, create a dialogue, and always check for understanding. Encourage feedback and listen to any questions or concerns that arise. This will leave less room for miscommunications. 4. Motivate and Inspire Your Team First, demonstrate that you have faith in your team members’ abilities to get the job done! (That includes not micromanaging every task.) Show your team that their work matters and explain how it benefits the company. Last but not least, always include your team in big decisions. 5. Lead by Example Monkey see, monkey do.It’s in our blood to mimic those around us to fit in. You’ve likely taken cues from your boss. No doubt, your team will also take cues from you. Be sure to watch what you say, respect the chain of command, listen to the team, take responsibility, and let the team do their own thing. 6. Set S.M.A.R.T. Goals Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-Based. This helps ensure your team is motivated and inspired to reach new heights without feeling overwhelmed. Know what you want the team to achieve, set goals, push for innovation, set deadlines, help when asked, track insights, and learn from mistakes. 7. Be Consistent Consistency provides discipline, and discipline nurtures success. Of course, you’ll want to try new things to see what works best. However, once you figure out what works best, run with it!

Let’s get one thing straight from the start. Resolutions do not work. According to my colleague John Blumberg , in his Front Porch ezine, only 14% of people over 50 actually achieve their New Year's resolution each year. A 2014 study in the Journal of Clinical Psychology at the University of Scranton revealed this dismal statistic. The same study noted that resolutions made by those in their twenties were achieved almost 40% of the time. While still low, it was much higher than their older counterparts. Why is that? I think we are worn out. The end of the year carries work-related deadlines, family obligations, aging parents, and thwarted travel. Very few folks in their 20s host the Holiday gatherings, cook the meals, buy the gifts, hold hands with crotchety relatives, and clean up when everything is over. The proverbial engine is running on empty and to attempt a resolution worthy of the Indianapolis 500 is foolhardy. Tip #1. Create intentions for the New Year. Resolutions come with deadlines, measurable outcomes, and pass/fail criteria. Intentions on the other hand allow for flexibility and unforeseen opportunities. There is space for synchronicity or as one colleague put it, “something better than I could have imagined.”  You may want to purchase my book, Your Resiliency GPS: A Guide for Growing Through Life & Work as a resource to guide you through the New Year. Tip #2. Begin with the end in mind. You’d never begin a journey without having an idea as to the destination or at least what you wanted for your travel experience. Here are some questions to consider: What do you want to be known for? What do you want to be known as?  What relationships do you want nurtured and protected? Tip #3: Review the past year and make note of what were your finest moments. Often, we forget the stretches of the past year, the places where we stepped up to the plate, the way we handled success as well as disappointment. We are a work in progress and what build our resilient spirit is the realization of what we have done. Like leaves town in the wind, we easily forget our strength. our bravery, and notice - instead our weakness. By-the-way—if you can’t think of a nothing, ask those around you. Consider the words of poet Mary Oliver "Let me keep my mind on what matters, which is my work, which is mostly standing still and learning to be astonished.” Here’s to having an astonishing New Year!

There are lots of books out there on “happiness”. Certainly, if one is resilient, it implies that “happiness” is a given. Au Contraire. In fact, while developing the skills of resiliency—particularly in difficult times—one can fall into a state of extreme unhappiness. I received a request from a reader who wanted to share a piece he created on the topic. Although it is long, he manages to convey the best and most current thinking on the topic.  He provided the summary below and you can see the entire piece with images below! – Eileen What’s it mean to live a happy life? We live in a happy-obsessed society, constantly bombarded with happy smiling faces on TV or billboard ads telling us their version of happiness. Even worse than this, we see our own friends on social media posting photos of their ridiculously happy lives; but never sharing any raw feelings of what’s really going on in their lives. It is an unspoken law that we all want to be happy but the reality is that most of us have not thought about what happiness means for ourselves.

In 2007, genomics researcher Steve Cole from UCLA School of Medicine released a study that showed very lonely people have blood cells in a high state of alert which mirrored how cells would react to a bacterial infection. That study prompted extended work in the field of loneliness. According to Louise Hawkley, a senior research scientist at the University of Chicago, the absence of a social network has very real consequences in terms of mental and physical health. Not only is there a physical and mental cost to individuals who feel isolated, but according to a study conducted at the AARP Public Policy Institute and at Stanford and Harvard universities, people living in social isolation add almost $7 billion to the cost of Medicare. But loneliness haunts not just seniors receiving Medicare. Last year this time, I spoke to student leaders and professional staff at a highly respected college of engineering. The theme was “Navigating the Valleys”. The concern was how do student leaders and staff develop interventions and programs to reduce a rise in student suicides and a rise in reports of disconnection, rejection, and isolation. The rise of student suicides and isolation are not singular to this university but are seen across the United States. In short, loneliness short-circuits any ability to grow through challenge or opportunity. Loneliness weakens an ability to be resilient as surely as it weakens one’s immune system. What can be done about this? While there is talk about a national commitment to explore approaches to reduce isolation and loneliness among elders, we as individuals can also take matters into our own hands to either chip away at our personal loneliness or to help those in our immediate circle. Helping yourself: The quickest way out of a sense of loneliness is to help yourself by helping others. Moving from self-absorption to other-absorption, requires you to realize that others can benefit from your skills and wisdom. The website VolunteerMatch.org offers helping opportunities that match your skills with others’ needs. But you don’t need anything formal. Take time to help a neighbor bring in the trash can. Carry groceries for someone who seems to be struggling with the load. I heard of a man who had lost his sight but loved reading. I called and offered to read once a week to him. Take a class. Whether exercise class, writing class, how to code—anything that interests you. It will put you with people who share a similar interest. Keep a journal. Might sound silly but Rosemary Blieszner, a professor at Virginia Tech, believes that writing an autobiographical works helps lonely people deal with feelings that they don’t matter. Another article I've written that you may enjoy is " A Resiliency Killer: Loneliness " you can read it here.

Decades ago when I started my consulting practice, colleagues looked at me with envy, expressing a desire to leave corporate life and “work from home”. They thought it would be easier, more fun, and less stressful. Sounded good in theory but the truth is there are upsides and downsides to that decision. Today, a compromise appears in the form of a rising trend in telecommuting. According to Global Workplace Analytics, as of January 2016, these are the most current statistics: Regular work-at-home, among the non-self-employed population, has grown by 103% since 2005 3.7 million employees (2.8% of the workforce) now work from home at least half the time. The employee population as a whole grew by 1.9% from 2013 to 2014, while employees who telecommuter population grew 5.6%. Before you make a move, consider the pros and cons as outlined by Jenny Holt. What Does It Take To Succeed When Working from Home? The workforce is changing. As real estate prices skyrocket, more companies are allowing their employees to work from home. In fact, over 24 percent of workers either worked from home entirely or did some of their work from the comfort of their own living quarters in 2015. It’s anticipated that this number will only increase over the next few years. Working from home is incredibly rewarding to both employees and employers, but it has its challenges as well. To be successful as a remote employee, many people find that they exhibit some of the following traits: Flexibility Home-based employees might need to be flexible in the duties they perform, the times they work, and the changing demands of the industry. While some employees are required to keep strict work schedules, a flexible attitude helps remote workers succeed in the long-run. Determination At home, pets demand attention, children provide distractions, and televisions are just a button away from playing the latest morning talk show. Remote workers must be determined and focused when it comes to successfully completing their tasks at home. Instead of getting distracted by technology, they must treat their job the same as they would in an office environment. Decisiveness Without supervisors located on the other side of the room, remote employees must be confident in their decision-making skills. For many remote workers, guidance is minimal and finding someone to answer their questions promptly may prove difficult. Successful remote workers must be able to make a decision on their own without having to consult with others. What You Can Do to Succeed as a Remote Worker Working remotely is not without its challenges, but many people are just as successful working from home as they are in an office. A study conducted by Chinese travel site Ctrip found that productivity soared when working in a home environment and the company was able to get the equivalent of an extra workday per week out of each remote employee. Here are a few ways you can set yourself up for success: Find a quiet area to work where distractions will be minimal. Make a schedule and stick to it; consistency will help you get into a routine that works for you. Set goals for yourself each day and work to accomplish them by the end of your work period. Stay organized! No matter how messy your bedroom may be, keep your desk area clean to streamline your productivity. Don’t let the relative newness of remote opportunities and home-based employment intimidate you. As long as you’re driven and passionate about what you do, you’ll be able to succeed as a home-based worker.

I’ve been waking up in the middle of the night, finding my heart incredibly sad and my head spinning. What’s going on with me? Something is very disconcerting and anxiety producing. It took an article written by my colleague and soul sister, Marilyn Semonick, to pinpoint the issue. As I read her weekly post, Wednesday Wisdom , I understood what was horribly wrong. My Universe has been altered. The nation that gave birth to a unique form of government, to the rule of law, to civil discourse, to a statue that welcomed the “poor, tired, and huddled masses” is rapidly vanishing before my eyes. With Marilyn’s permission, I offer her thoughts. Wednesday Wisdom This week, seething with disgust, frustration, befuddlement, and anger watching non-stop tortuous political rhetoric, I was reminded of Maya Angelou’s words: Hate, it has caused a lot of problems in the world but has not solved one yet. Our national culture is in trouble, big trouble. We’ve moved beyond division into plans to kidnap, try, and execute Governors and yelling “lock her up” at rallies. We’ve moved beneath dignity by reckless and dangerous attacks of our generals, department heads, departments, and services of our once honored US government. We’ve moved to new lows, calling the free press “the enemy of the people.” We’ve moved away from facts and science and criticize our world respected scientists like Dr. Fauci despite their lifetime commitment to public health and their work to keep us alive through a pandemic. When our leaders cannot use behaviors that represent our culture as decent, noble, and collaborative, we must, with specific intent, treat each other with decency, honor and respect, demonstrating the true nature of the character of our nation. Please, be kind and respectful. Be thoughtful and articulate about differences. Debate with civility and be open to listening and learning.  Please, for the sake of our nation, be the change, NOW! Thanks, Marilyn. Short. Strong. And to the point. We must be the change! Now. Please help right this Universe. You can contact Marilyn at https://www.marilynsemonick.com .

The simple truth is burnout makes it difficult to lead others through challenging times. As leaders, we tend to push through it. We work endless hours, always accessible via meetings on demand, phone, email, and text messaging. Burnout has been around for a while. But the long-term pandemic, high employee turnover, and roller coaster economic conditions has made leading while exhausted a reality for many leaders today. “Toughing it out” may seem heroic, it has its serious implications. Outcomes of leading while exhausted includes lost focus, missed judgement calls, overlooking important details that can lead to disastrous results. Further, studies on healthcare workers during the pandemic have findings that are alarming. Unaddressed burnout can advance to peritraumatic distress, substance abuse, PSTD. Recognizing and treating exhaustion as important as those “to-do” items on the endless work list should become a priority. This shouldn’t be seen as a “one and done” checklist item but built as a normal routine. Techniques such as scheduling meeting-free days, turning off digital devices or at least the constant alerts, and stepping away from the virtual or on-site office should become a normal part of the day. Another good move is to intentionally adopt a balanced perspective on all the “crisis’s” that come in. Put a simple mechanism in place that will help separate issues as a “paper clip” item versus an “all hands-on deck” crisis response . Finally, leading effectively includes modeling ideal behaviors authentically and consistently. By taking these steps to reign in exhaustion, can also encourage employees to do the same. Ultimately this is how leaders shape a healthy and resilient organizational culture regardless of whatever the crisis. Author’s Bio Tresha Moreland is a 30-year experienced HR leader that has worked in retail, hospitality, manufacturing, and healthcare industries. She is leadership consultant and founder of HR C-Suite, LLC who helps leaders improve their ability to execute on business strategy through creative and forward-thinking workforce solutions. Tresha has authored books such as, “Navigating the Healthcare Workforce Shortage: How to Safeguard Your Organization’s Most Important Asset”, “PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Practice Exams”, “aPHR Associate Professional Human Resources Certification Practice Exams”, and “Insider’s Guide to Shared Services.” Her education includes dual master’s degrees in Human Resources Management and Business Administration from Golden Gate University, San Francisco, CA. She also possesses a Senior Professional Human Resources and Six Sigma Black Belt

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced businesses all over the world to adjust to strict lockdown guidelines, causing a massive shift in how companies conduct their day-to-day operations. It’s also led to thousands of businesses closing down and millions of employees being laid off. Budgets have been slashed or frozen, and it’s unlikely that things will get any better until the virus is gone. Despite all these complications, it falls to executives to plan for the coming year. Here are five things you can do to keep moving forward in 2021: 1. Remember Your “Why” Your “why” is the reason you started your business and your primary source of motivation. Put your “why” into words. Write it down on a post-it note and stick it to your bedroom mirror or jot it down in your journal. That way, you can remind yourself of it every day. When things get difficult, and you’re teetering on the edge of burnout, remember the reason why you chose to do all this in the first place. Often, taking a step back and looking at the bigger picture gives you more perspective. 2. Set Realistic Goals But, of course, purpose and motivation aren’t enough to push a business forward. You also need to set goals. Yes, you’ve probably already done that, but they might still be pre-pandemic goals. Now that the world has turned upside down, you’ll have to revisit those goals to see if they’re realistic. Based on one of the principles of SMART goal setting, they need to be relevant — meaning achievable based on the current realities of society. The global health crisis has forced companies to make huge adjustments, so 2021’s goals need to consider that. 3. Don’t Stop Learning You are never too old to learn, especially if you’re running a business in this ever-changing world. And in today’s digital world online learning is not only becoming more accessible, but just as valid as traditional classes. Scour the internet for free webinars relevant to your line of work, and invite your employees to join in. It’s an excellent opportunity to learn new things and check in with your employees. Moreover, if you have the funds and want a qualification at the end of your learning, online masters programs will help you build your skills in a variety of industries, all from the safety of your home. This is done through school partnerships with industry leaders like Boeing and Edward Jones, dedicated tech and academic support, and an asynchronous learning environment that connects you with professors and peers conveniently and regularly. Be sure to look up different options for you and make a point to look for schools with certifications in online learning, like the Apple Distinguished Schools distinction. This way, you can make sure you will get the most out of your time and investment. The bottom line is that the pandemic has opened up thousands of online learning opportunities, and your business is sure to benefit from their utilization. 4. Build an e-Network Networking has and always will be important, global health crisis or not. And despite the pandemic, it’s still possible to build connections with other professionals . All it takes is some emails, a couple of virtual meetings, and being proactive. Admittedly, networking is much harder in the digital sphere, but it’s worth the awkwardness — especially now, in these uncertain times. The right connections can help you boost your business, protecting it from closure even in the worst economic downturn. 5. Be Resilient, But Don’t Overwork Yourself Finally, and most importantly, don’t forget to check in with yourself. Charging forward at full speed isn’t a good idea if you’re going to get burned out by the end of it. Don’t try to plan and fix everything immediately. Instead, incorporate rest time into your daily schedule and keep an eye on your mental health. Work smart, not hard. You’ll get there. These five tips are sure to set you up for 2021. But remember that you aren’t the only one who needs to be motivated. Your team needs to be too — now more than ever. So, make sure your presence is felt (albeit only digitally for the time being) and encourage your employees to suggest changes that can improve the current system. That way, they’ll feel more involved, making them more focused and engaged. Good luck! Article written by Romina Jameson Exclusively for eileenmcdargh.com