by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
A few years ago, the average corporate email user received between 60 – 70 messages per day. This year, most of my clients are reporting receiving between 100 – 150 emails each day. It is reasonable to expect that this trend will continue to grow. Below I offer...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
Change can be very motivational, particularly in its earliest stages. However, sustaining change can be difficult because, by its very nature, change unbalances equilibrium. Whether or not the equilibrium in which you are working is productive and effective is...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
There are days where magical things just seem to happen in my work. I feel energized, focused, and productive. My head is fully and completely “in the game” and my work brings me joy and satisfaction. In psychology circles, this state of energized focus is called...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
I am a huge proponent of goal setting. Setting goals focuses us on what’s important and helps drown out the distractions that can pull us off course. When I was in graduate school, I set a very specific (and challenging) goal to finish my coursework, thesis, and...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
There are different reasons to manage contacts depending on your work situation. Situation One: You work in a company with an employee directory. When you need to call or email someone, you look them up. However, you may need your own list of contact information...
by Melissa Gratias, Ph.D. |
At the end of summer, parents everywhere have carefully planned and purchased the supplies, clothing, and equipment their children need for the new school year. Do you do the same thing for your business, professional and personal development? Take this opportunity...