10 Tips for Career Intentions (Not Resolutions)

As we are in the final days of the year, how are you coming on your planning for next year? Most people will start their new 'resolutions' starting next week but not finish them; in fact, it is estimated that up to 80% fall off within the first 30 days! This can be attributed to …

Goal Planning and the Big Picture

In this follow-up to yesterday's article on goal planning, today's tip is to consider the big picture when setting and writing your goals. Namely, what is the end result you want to achieve over this next year. Let's fast forward to December 26, 2018 and you are now planning goals for 2019. What do you …

Christmas Greetings!

As we celebrate this most joyous day, I wanted to send out wishes that you, and your family, enjoy this day and remember the meaning it represents, not matter how you celebrate. Enjoy your day! Committed to Your Success Coaching & Consulting focuses on workplace happiness and organizational success. If you need help gaining clarity …

It’s Friday – Time to Review

First off, TGIF! This is the last day of the work-week, for most, while also being a long weekend due to Christmas being Monday. While most are just trying to get through the day and get on with their time off, there is s till work to get done. A great exercise to do today, …

Professional Development Starts with Personal Development

Professional development is critical to ensuring that your skills and aptitudes are at their highest. Just like an athlete has to condition themselves for playing on the field or running a marathon, workers need to do the same. Professional development involves taking the skills you use most often and focusing on them, so that they …

Can Organizations Have Bright, Shiny Object Syndrome?

Years ago, during my corporate days, I can still remember how frustrating it was when I was put on a project, worked hard with those of us on it, only to be told the project was going in another direction. This is a common complaint I've heard lately from clients - their organization starts a …

The Power of ROI

ROI - or return on investment - is a critical component of any business; it is what helps to know if the business is on the right track to both meet its goals, as well as for the services/products offered. Typically, we think of ROI from a consumer standpoint,  meaning to help those customers know …

Time to Think About 2018 Goals

Here we are, the beginning of a new month - the last one of the year at that. Amid all of the Christmas planning and activities, it's not too early to start thinking of your goals for the new year. After all, don't you want to hit the ground running come January 1 (I hope …

Leaders: Creating a Happier Workplace Culture

We all want to be happy; however, many struggle with maintaining this state. No truer is this statement than in the workplace where many drudge along and don't seem to find any positives in their work environment. Workers want to go to an organization that is relaxed, fun, open, i.e happy. They don't want to …