2020 has presented the entire world with uncertainty and challenges. I think we can all agree that we need some positivity and hope right now. To help me get through stressful times, I try to think of the glass half full and remind myself that things will get better, “If there is no struggle there is no progress.” Below are inspirational quotes that I believe are relevant to today’s current climate and have motivated me to keep pushing through the day. I hope you find these quotes just as inspiring as you navigate this new norm.

Okay, I know what you are going to say, “Have fun at work?  This must be a joke?” but no, this isn’t a tag line just to get some quick click views.  You really can have fun at work and enjoy what you do if you follow these easy steps.

When leaving your current job you want to be sure you end things on a positive note. After submitting your two-weeks’ notice in-person, it’s suggested you write a resignation email formally informing your employer and/or HR of your intentions to leave. To avoid any awkwardness when quitting, follow these tips to help you get started when writing a professional resignation email.

Staying on track while at work can be difficult with all the different distractions thrown at you. If you find yourself getting distracted by nonproductive tasks: chatting with co-workers, taking unnecessary long snack or coffee breaks, or surfing the web, you are most likely wasting more time then you’d like to admit. To help you eliminate the time spent on these interruptions, consider these three strategies that will help you stop wasting time at work and start boosting your productivity!  

Although the official start of summer is one week away, most of us have already started thinking about summer vacation plans.  As the weather gets warmer and the days get longer, it becomes easier and easier to find our minds straying to thoughts of plans to get away from work.  Thinking of days on the beach can keep us from concentrating on work goals and responsibilities, so it is even more important that we make a conscious effort to focus on staying productive.  Here are a few tips to help you keep your head in the game so that when you do take a vacation, you feel good about leaving your work behind you.       

Regardless of the reason, losing your job can take an emotional and financial toll on yourself. While it is common and recommended to take a few days to process the situation, it is important to identify strategies that will help you get back into the workforce.

Don’t let the performance review become a dreaded experience, instead adjust your thinking a little and consider this an opportunity to honestly reflect on your work. What does this reflection look like? Likely, it will be slightly different for each person but generally speaking, anybody can follow this easy self-evaluation process that involves an ongoing cycle of inquiry and reflection.

Losing your job is tough. No matter the circumstances, it is a major life change that can take an emotional and financial toll on yourself. There are many reasons and factors as to why you may have lost your job. For example, your company may have downsized, your position could have been eliminated, a budget cut could have led to massive lay-offs, or termination may have occurred. Regardless of the reason, the aftershock of this event may make you feel like your world has been flipped upside down.

There’s nothing worse than feeling disheveled and stressed in the office. It’s easy to get distracted, lose track of deadlines, or forget a task or project. Low levels of productivity affect not just you, but also the organization. On the bright side, technology has permitted us to improve our focus and productivity throughout the workday. With the right digital tools, you can get your work done faster, more organized, and stress-free. Below are seven free, cutting-edge apps that will help you track time, collaborate effortlessly, and create systematized to-do lists.

It’s easy to feel discouraged and overwhelmed while searching for jobs, especially if you have been looking for an extended period of time. It’s important to stay focused and keep an optimistic attitude in order to stay driven throughout your entire job search process. The following video highlights proven ways that will help you keep positive and motivated so you get the most out of your search.