Getting what you want in life or at work takes persistence and resolve. The key is not to let yourself get derailed whenever things don't go as smoothly as you hoped. Despite our careful planning and good intentions, there will be times when we must work through challenging situations to get where we want to go. Creating a clear understanding of the barriers that slow you down is a necessary step if you want to move beyond them. Let's take a closer look at the two main types of barriers which typically get in our way. read more

Are you bored, fed-up other otherwise unhappy in your current career? Perhaps you're wondering whether another occupation might be more fulfilling or make better use of your time and talent. Maybe you've been promoted to the point where you're no longer doing what you love. At some point in our working lives, most of us will question whether or not we're on the right career path. Here are some questions to ask yourself as you explore this issue. read more

Ask a successful person what matters most in life and business and they will probably tell you it's their relationships. Forming solid relationships involves open, two-way communication. In business, we enter into relationships with people we know, like and trust. These relationships strengthen and continue long-term when we are able to build rapport and maintain trust over time. Sounds simple enough, yet we all experience how difficult this can be. read more

Do you find it difficult to fit everything you need to do in a 24-hour day? Or perhaps you're the type of person who starts the day or week with a well thought out plan but rarely follows through as intended. With so many demands competing for our time, it's important to develop an effective way to maintain focus, manage distractions and stay committed to progress. read more

Entering the New Year with a fresh set of goals is a great beginning. However, many of our good intentions will fail to pick up enough momentum to see them through to completion. Do you have goals you'd like to meet or changes you'd like to make in 2010? Here are a few tips to help you get the results you want. read more

For many people, the best time to start being self-employed is when you're still employed. However, with limited time and resources, it's extremely important to manage your time and energy effectively. Be prepared to work hard, but more importantly be prepared to work "smart". read more

Do you have trouble calling it a day after you leave work? By continuing to focus on work, we're likely to bring the stress and mood of the day home with us. Eventually, this can take a toll on our physical health and overall well-being. read more

If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone. Many parents struggle with balancing the demands of work and life while still finding quality time to enjoy with family. So how can we enjoy more quality time? The answer may be simpler than you think. read more

With the unpredictable economy, unreturned phone calls, rejection letters, it's no wonder so many people become easily immobilized by the career transition process. That's why it's so important in tough times to have a solid strategy to sustain momentum. read more

Learn how you can move beyond the fear habits that keep you from accomplishing your goals. Shift your attention away from what you are overcoming, toward who you are becoming! Change is possible. read more

Setting goals requires more than merely writing down a list of what you want. Find out how to set yourself up for success using the S.M.A.R.T. goal model. read more

The idea of giving up cigarettes can be daunting and even a bit frightening. It's a lifestyle change. Along with the physical addiction to nicotine there are several psychological barriers that you will need to overcome. Consider the following as you prepare to make changes for a smoke-free lifestyle. read more