by Debra Smouse | Apr 29, 2021 | Tricky Situations
If you’re feeling as if your career is currently lacking direction and your motivation is quickly draining away, you’re right to want to take action. We all spend a lot of our time on our jobs, and we want to feel invested in the work we do. If you feel that this is...
by Debra Smouse | Apr 28, 2021 | Tricky Situations
One of the number one resources any business has is their people. That’s important to remember. Because whether you’re looking to shift your career in some way by seeking a new job or career path. Or if the shoe is on the other foot and you need to hire someone for...
by Debra Smouse | Apr 27, 2021 | Tricky Situations
One thing about the last year in the Pandemic is folks are evaluating ever aspect of their life. From living location to friendships to where they are in their career. If you are unsatisfied with where you are in your career, you don’t have to lose hope. Even if...
by Debra Smouse | Apr 26, 2021 | Tricky Situations
A mentoring program is a strategy created to connect mentors with mentees. Mentors offer specific knowledge and skills to mentees. They share mutual goals and values which provides motivation to achieve more. Mentoring focuses on the personal relationship and...
by Debra Smouse | Apr 15, 2021 | Tricky Situations
According to the American Institute of Stress (AIS for short), 40% of workers say that their job is very or extremely stressful. In fact, 3 in 4 employees are convinced that workers face more stress on-the-job now than they would have a generation ago....
by Debra Smouse | Apr 13, 2021 | Tricky Situations
Did you know that before I was a life coach I was a project manager? And despite actively seeking contracts for that work, I still love it. And can use my coaching skills to help you figure out what kind of person you need. Because if you want a great project manager...
by Debra Smouse | Mar 15, 2021 | Tricky Situations
Sometimes we get to a point in our life where we are sick of the 9-5 life, the stressful work that takes over everything, and just want life to be a bit more peaceful and happier. It may be that your job ends up having you think about it 24/7 so when you get home...
by Debra Smouse | Mar 8, 2021 | Strategies To Get Your Life On Track
I used to live by the mantra “I’ll sleep when I’m dead.” I was the gal rising at 5 AM and going to bed around midnight. I rose quickly and immediately got busy. There was coffee to drink and work to be done. Sleep is one of the things I sacrificed on the regular. I...
by Debra Smouse | Feb 28, 2021 | How To Fall In Love With Your Life Once & For All
The year I stopped making resolutions was also the year I stopped giving things up for Lent. That year, I spent regular time at a Buddhist Monastery in order to learn to meditate. As a life coach, though I know we can’t separate our bodies from our mind nor our souls....
by Debra Smouse | Feb 16, 2021 | Tricky Situations
Most people struggle to believe in themselves at a point in time. That said, how you see yourself is much more important than other people’s perception of your life. Self-confidence forms a huge part of the success equation. It gives you that energy to keep...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 10, 2021 | Tricky Situations
Life can be a lot to handle at times. Even with a new year bringing hope for change and renewal, the stresses of the past year don’t just disappear. While you’re working on a plan to get your New Year’s resolutions into full swing, don’t forget to take advantage of...
by Debra Smouse | Jan 10, 2021 | Tricky Situations
One of the most common stories I’m hearing time and again these days is the level of burnout people are beginning to experience. The demands on moms are untenable. Especially for those with children who are in virtual classes as well as those kiddos who are no longer...