Earlier this year, we took to LinkedIn and asked hundreds of professionals the question on everyone’s mind when it comes time for the office Secret Santa: What holiday gifts do people prefer to receive in the workplace? The poll results were loud and clear. While the majority (60%) preferred gift

With the holidays comes an increased number of social gatherings, and it can often become synonymous with heavier drinking patterns for many people. However, studies are showing that younger generations are starting to lean away from alcohol, opting for non-alcoholic drinks, often called “mocktails,” instead. A recent study shows that

Why is volunteering and giving back to the community important? Simply put, volunteering your time and knowledge will benefit the organization and help make a positive impact in your community. Yet, without a monetary baseline to measure contributions, some may not bother to provide their time, while others may not

You’ve heard you can’t do it all, but you sure do still try. Delegating is a bit of an art form, one that takes practice and persistence, boundaries and motivation. When it goes well, all is right in work-life balance. When it doesn’t, it can feel like one more disaster

If the thought of enduring another presidential election while managing politics in the workplace has you agitated, you aren’t alone. The Biden versus Trump campaign, subsequent years of political shenanigans and a pandemic to top it off were unsettling and maybe even traumatic for you. It may have even affected

Growing up, Kate Stice Stewart would shop for a special Christmas gift for her mother. She, her brothers and their father would nestle it—or a clue about it—in a small needlepoint stocking on the tree, and it would be the last gift opened. So it had to be perfect. “It’s

Friendship is one of the essential building blocks for a high quality of life, so it’s not surprising that its influence extends into the workplace. Whether you find yourself working in an office setting or remotely, the power of forging workplace friendships can impact your job satisfaction and overall well-being.

Falling down a rabbit hole in pursuit of an elusive white rabbit is the first of many fantastical experiences for a young girl in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. A journey filled with unexpected events is an apt comparison for what many small business owners encounter in entrepreneurship. That’s why Carolyn

As an avid hiker, I am always looking for ways to elevate my time outside, whether it be exploring local hikes wherever I go or backcountry camping in some of my favorite places throughout the world. Last year I discovered yet another way to explore what I love about the

Q: I recently started a new job at an exciting company. It’s not my dream job, but I see potential to succeed here. I’m excited about the opportunity, but I’m feeling a little directionless. How can I find purpose in my work? Do I need a CEO mindset? A: I