How to Get over the midweek slump

How to Get over the midweek slump by Amber Rolfe When it comes to hump day, the struggle is real… Even if you’re one of those that start the week fired up with energy and enthusiasm, it isn’t uncommon for the momentum to start slipping by the time you hit the halfway point. So, how do you remain positive and productive for the final few days and what’s the best way beat hump day?To help you see Wednesdays in a whole new light, here are our top tips for getting over the midweek slump:  Refocus With the hard work, distractions, and general tiredness that comes with the completion of two whole work days, it comes as no surprise that some of us start to lose focus by Wednesday.So to make sure you’re not trailing off into a spiral of unproductivity, it’s vital to revaluate your goals. Start by ticking off all the tasks you’ve already completed, then prioritise whatever’s left in order of importance.After all, they might have changed since you last looked at themBy doing this, you might not only fi nd you had less work than you thought (thanks, beginning of the week you), you’ll also give yourself a clearer direction for the rest of the week.How to: Prioritise workSix things productive people do every dayPlan something fun Wednesday doesn’t have to be the day you dread.If you find yourself void of all motivation by the middle of the week, try giving yourself something to look forward to (and/or motivate you).It could be anything from an indulgent breakfast or coffee (see also: all of the syrup) in the morning, to a lunch break with friends, or even dinner at your favourite restaurant after work. Whatever your muse, now’s the day to pencil it in.You never know, Wednesdays might even end up becoming your second* favourite day of the week â€" instead of the day that makes you feel like you need at least 17 naps.Five benefits of work-life balanceBreak your routineGetting stuck in the same old routine can be a tough habit to break, but it could be exactly what you need to sna p out of the midweek slump.Whether it’s switching up your daily tasks or getting a change of scenery â€" it could make all the difference to your wellbeing. Not to mention your productivity.For example, meetings, conferences, phone calls, or even team building events are all great ways to add some variation into your week (whilst getting work done at the same time); and allowing yourself some time away from the same old duties could give you the energy you need to power through.And if your day-to-day is usually spent doing all of the above? Try to use the middle of the week to focus on something completely different.Six signs you’re working too hardHow to stay motivated at work  Don’t stop movingIt’s time to make Wednesday leg (or any other limb) day.Whilst exercise might be the last thing you feel like doing halfway through the week, it could be the perfect way to give yourself a much-needed boost.Whether you wake up earlier than usual to go for a run, you go to the gym on your lunch break, or even do some post-work yoga, it’ll all contribute to a positive wellbeing. Even work-based exercises and frequent breaks away from your desk (see: walking meetings) could help to improve your productivity.Think adrenalin. Think happiness. Think no longer feeling guilty about eating cake at lunch.Top 5 ways to keep fit at work  Tidy your workspace You’re two days into the week, and that can only mean one thing: your desk isn’t looking how it used to.And no matter how much you say ‘you like it this way’, your mindset definitely doesn’t agree.It could be that your to-do-list has seen better days, you have way too many tabs open on your computer, or you can’t see through the pile of probably-unnecessary-but-keeping-just-in-case bits of paper; but none of it is going to help you focus.So use Wednesday morning to restart your computer, dust your workspace, and redo your to-do-list. Trust us, you’ll feel much better afterwards.Because you know what they say, ‘a clear desk = a clear mind’ (and other inspirational mottos about cleaning up your stuff).Top 5 â€" Ways to brighten up your workplaceSix tips to improve your workplace wellbeing  Look for a new role If you’re doing all of the above and you still can’t snap out of that mid-week slump, it’s probably not you â€" it’s your job.So to get out of that ‘stuck in a rut’ feeling, dedicate some time to searching for something new.Whether finally finding a job you love, refreshing your CV, or even just doing some research into the type of role you’d like to do â€" getting the ball rolling (even if you don’t land a job straight away) will inevitably improve your mood.And in the meantime? Remember: you can always learn from a job you can’t stand…How to find a new jobChanging careers: What you need to know*You know, after Monday. Obvs.  Searching for a role to help you love Wednesdays (and Mondays)? 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Finding the Best Cheap Resume Writing Services Near Me

Finding the Best Cheap Resume Writing Services Near MeHow to find the best cheap resume writing services near me? There are many sources of free services and there are also companies that offer this kind of service. However, it is important to make sure that the person you are hiring can deliver the quality that you expect from the resume.There are many reasons why people need to write resumes. Some of them work in a company and have to make an impression on their employer for a promotion or for something else. Some others want to get a job or an education so that they can start a new career. Whatever the reason is, the resume is a form of advertising for one's self.With the emergence of the internet, there has been a huge demand for professional online services. These services have made it possible for people to look for a resume writer even without leaving their homes.Before you hire any resume writers, make sure that you check out their reputation. The easiest way to do this is to look for testimonials on sites such as Ask.com. People will only write about their experiences with a certain company if they have liked what they have experienced.Try to avoid hiring companies who ask for money upfront in exchange for a signature line. The reason is simple. They will not be able to deliver good quality, because they will be paid by commission rather than by fee for every resume they send out.When looking for the cheapest service, avoid companies that offer their services for very little fees. This is because they are not really in business for the sake of providing the best services. Rather, they will charge less just to make a profit.The most important thing that you should look for when looking for a cheap service is the budget. There are a lot of things that must be considered in terms of pricing, such as the number of applicants that a writer is going to work with, how long a writer can be available for a single assignment, the length of the assignment, the le ngth of time that the writer will work on a certain project, and other related details. This means that the price is not just determined by the number of members in the company. It also depends on the services that are provided.Therefore, the most important thing to do is to make sure that you will be getting all the service that you need. You should also consider the quality of the service. Make sure that you will be able to get what you want for less.

Its Dangerous to Wear Sleep Deprivation as a Badge of Honor

It’s Dangerous to Wear Sleep Deprivation as a Badge of Honor Being over-tired doesn’t feel good. Sleep deprivation comes with a cranky malaise, yet most of us continue to behave as if it’s no big deal that we are often exhausted. In fact, many of us wear our sleep deprivation as a badge of honor. We glamorize our ability to pull all-nighters and burn the candle at both ends because we are a nation built on the notion that if you snooze you loseâ€"or, as the late Warren Zevon put it, I’ll sleep when I’m dead. We look at sleep as a barrier to success, fun, and self-fulfillment, even though sleep deprivation is physiologically and psychologically dangerous. It’s time to face up to the risks associated with our culture of sleep deprivation. Most of us are familiar with the first signs of sleep deprivation, such as feeling irritable, having difficulty concentrating, and suffering from fatigue. Instead of resting, though, we drink another cup of coffee and power through. Unfortunately, the cumulative impact of sleep deprivation is more dangerous than generally acknowledged. A body of sleep research shows that lack of sleep can be responsible for depression, anxiety, stress, and panic attacks, as well as a myriad of health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, migraines, increased risk for cancer, strokes, and dementia. Sleep Deprivation = Torture There’s a reason that sleep deprivation is a common method of torture. Detainees who are forced to stay awake experience disorientation, disturbing hallucinations, and lethargy. If pushed too far, they suffer physical and mental breakdowns. The more sleep deprived you are, the more fragile you feel. Small problems can feel insurmountable, a mental state that interferes with our interpersonal relationships, including the ability to parent. Without sleep, the body and brain aren’t given the time they need to heal and recover. “Sleep deprivation is an especially insidious form of torture because it attacks the deep biological functions at the core of a person’s mental and physical health,” explains Sleep and Dream Database Director Kelly Bulkeley. The poet Sylvia Plath wrote in her journal, “I wonder why I don’t go to bed and go to sleep. But then it would be tomorrow, so I decide that no matter how tired, no matter how incoherent I am, I can skip an hour more of sleep and live.” One can’t help but wonder if Plath’s creative flame might have flickered a little longer if in her struggle with depression, sleep had been taken more seriously. For anyone who struggles with mental or medical ailments, lack of sleep is even more dangerous. The body and brain need the regenerative gifts of sleep. Why, then, are so many of us not taking the necessary steps to get a good night’s sleep? FOMOâ€"Fear of missing out We’ve all seen exhausted kids throw tantrums when asked to go to bed. Why do they scream “I’m not tired!” when, clearly, they are? Because they feel like they will be missing out if they go to sleep. Too often, adults replay this scenario, even if (mostly) without the hysterics. I’m sure we can all relate to actor James Franco’s observation: “I don’t even like to sleepâ€"I feel as if there’s too much to do.” The belief that sleep is a barrier to self-development runs deep in our culture. Dale Carnegie, the father of self-improvement, wrote in the 1930s, “If you can’t sleep, then get up and do something instead of lying there and worrying. It’s the worry that gets you, not the lack of sleep.” But there’s a hitch. FOMO can lead to poor decision making and illness. “I was proud of working 18 hours a day and sleeping three hours a night,” says Rapper and businessman Sean Combs. “It’s something now that has turned into a problem for me: not being able to sleep…having insomnia.” Entrepreneur Arianna Huffington became a sleep evangelist after a dramatic wake-up call: she collapsed from exhaustion one day, and as she fell to the ground, she broke her cheekbone on the corner of a desk. Realizing that she’d been sleepwalking through her life, Huffington wrote the book The Sleep Revolution, which chronicles the global crisis of sleep deprivation and serves as call to actionâ€"or, rather, a call to sleep.  The myth of competitive advantage One of the greatest barriers to combatting our culture of sleep deprivation is the long-held notion that success is linked to burning the midnight oil. Shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis quipped, “If you sleep three hours less each night for a year, you will have an extra month and a half to succeed in.” But equating lack of sleep with productivity is a slippery slope. Yes, more hours awake may equal more output at the start, but over the long term, there are significant risks to your own health and others. For example, Barnes and Hollenbeck examined the impact of sleep deprivation on work teams and found a host of negative effects, including a reduced ability to process information, learn, and perform new tasks. The bravado of workaholics is undermined by research. In fact, some of the worst accidents in history, including the Chernobyl and Three-Mile Island nuclear disasters, were caused by team error between the hours of 2-4 a.m., a time when people are especially likely to be sleep deprived. Similarly, loss of human life on highways and railways, in the air, and in our hospitals have been linked to human exhaustion. Instead of clapping employees on the back for working overtime, it’s time for employers to encourage them to go home and get some rest at the end of their shifts. The good news There’s no reason to wear sleep deprivation like a badge of honor. Sleep doesn’t make us miss out or get left behind. Quite the opposite: being well-rested allows us to live richly and experience all that life has to offer. So, to quote the title of the best-selling satirical children’s book, Go the F**k to Sleep! This guest post was authored by Dr. Marika Lindholm. Dr. Marika Lindholm is the founder of ESME [Empowering Solo Moms Everywhere] a website and social platform, that aims to redefine single motherhood by providing resources, inspiration, and a point of connection for the underserved community of Solo Moms. Mothers on their own, whether by choice or circumstance, parent approximately 23 million American children. Moving beyond stereotypes, ESME offers Solo Moms inspiration, resources, allies, opportunities for creative expression, and some laughs along the way. The ESME community honors and celebrates the millions of Solo Moms who raise children in every town and city across our nation.

6 Skills Learned in College That Help You in Your Career

6 Skills Learned in College That Help You in Your Career The time you spend in college includes a hidden course: Life Skills 101. Thats a good thing, because potential employers are interested in more than just your GPA. Theyre interested in the positive life skills you pick up during your educational journey. Their decision to hire you â€" or not hire you â€" may very well be based upon your evidence of these skills, or the lack thereof. What are these all-important life skills, and how do they help you look like an attractive job candidate? People Skills Most jobs these days call for people skills, including the ability to have a clear conversation without offending the other person. Whether a job requires you to communicate in the flesh or online, theres a right way and a wrong way to interact professionally with others. As a student, youre developing working relationships with peers and professors. Youre expressing yourself through oral presentations and expository papers. These experiences teach you the subtle art of getting along with others and communicating your ideas with maturity and respect. Potential employers will be ascertaining your people skills from the moment you walk through the interview door. Smile, make eye contact, and be ready to answer questions that show off your skills. Teamwork Remember all those times your professor asked you to work in a group? Chances are he/she had an ulterior motive. The ability to find your place in a cohesive team doesnt come naturally to everybody, but its a necessary skill in most work environments. Working in a team environment increases personal accountability, boosts morale, and motivates workers. If you lack the ability to play nicely with others, most employers arent likely to want you on their team. During an interview, illustrate your ability to work cooperatively with colleagues by mentioning any experience with team sports, sororities/fraternities, and academic committees. Independence Teamwork is important, but so is your ability to handle tasks on your own. Employers want self-starters who dont need coaching and coaxing every step of the way. Going to college is a part of growing up, branching out, and finding your independence. As a college student, have you bought your own car? Paid your own tuition? Worked a job while going to school? Potential employers are often interested in hearing your tales of self-sufficiency. Critical Thinking Sure, you can think. But can you think critically? Critical thinking involves several complex tasks, including analysis, discrimination, logic, and information transference, according to University of Michigan researchers. Employers rely on the critical thinkers they hire to make smart decisions that positively affect their business. Any big life decisions youve made especially those with a positive outcome could be used in an interview to spotlight your critical thinking skills. Efficiency Most professors recommend you study at least two hours per week for each credit you take. This could quickly add up to 36 hours of study or more the equivalent a full-time job. Consequently, many students end up putting in about half the recommended study time. According to the advice provided in this infographic by CampusBooks.com, they study smarter, not harder. Employers want workers who can prioritize tasks and work efficiently. Tell potential employers how youve learned to budget your time and get things done as a busy student. These career-building skills are essential at most busy workplaces. Budgeting Living on a shoestring budget during college can be a tad uncomfortable, but the skills you learn from being dirt poor can actually help you make money later in life. In todays economy, employers want workers who can do less with more. If the field youre headed for has anything to do with conserving money or other resources, dont hesitate to talk up your ability to do just that on the job. Your college diploma is living proof that you can scrimp, pinch, and save with the best of them. The life skills you pick up in college can do wonders for your professional life. Employers want capable, competent workers who are more than just book smart; they want people who are life-smart, too.

Mass Hire Resume Writing For the Mass Hire Industry

Mass Hire Resume Writing For the Mass Hire IndustryIf you want to make sure that you are able to land that high paying job, you might consider taking a job at a Mass Hire company. The mass hire industry has exploded in the past few years and there are many different types of companies that you can go to find work. Many people love these jobs because they are always in demand and you get a steady paycheck, even when you don't have enough time to go out and earn it on your own.The most important thing to know about working for a mass hire is that you are not allowed to make any changes to the job description without approval from the company. It is necessary for you to sign a contract with the company before you start. This contract should explain everything you will be expected to do to perform the duties that were assigned to you.If you do not follow the instructions carefully when you are a new employee at a mass hire, you could get fired. The mass hire is a business and is run very strictly. The last thing they want is someone who is trying to take advantage of them.The mass hire industry doesn't just offer to work as a temp. You can also find jobs in the medical field, call centers, and in accounting, insurance claims, legal, public relations, and training. While the majority of your duties will be clerical, you will still need to be able to know how to do the job well, be creative, and able to handle pressures from customers.For a mass hire to succeed, they must have a good enough work force to keep the business running smoothly. If you do not have any customers, you will never make any money. Customers are a huge part of any successful business and the mass hire needs to have plenty of them in order to stay financially viable.The Mass Hire industry is a highly competitive one. There are hundreds of companies to choose from, so you have to know what you are looking for to get the best offer. Every person has different expectations when it comes to compensat ion and the way they get paid.To get a job at a mass hire, you will have to be able to prove that you are a good worker. You should have excellent communication skills, be good at handling fast-paced environments, and possess the ability to follow directions and make decisions under pressure. You will also need to know how to communicate to customers in a manner that allows them to understand what you are telling them and why.For those of you who have always wanted to make a difference in the world by going into business for yourself, consider taking a Mass Hire job for a day or two. You may be surprised at how much money you can make just doing the type of work that you are interested in.

Weight Control During Pregnancy

Weight Control During Pregnancy Weight Control During Pregnancy || Talking Body Image, Weight Gain, and Pregnancy Workout Pregnancy October 5, 2018 2 CommentsOutfit:  Women’s Button-up Split Floral Print Flowy Party Maxi Dress; Size Small  Accepting The Changes Happening To Your BodyI have a confession to make. I hated my pregnant body in the first 3 months. No, I mean, I really hated it. “How could you not love your pregnant body, you are creating another human being inside you, a life!” I get it. The glory of pregnancy, the cheery anticipation of something that is meant to be the pride and joy of your life, and the amazement of life being created in me out of a bunch of cells and tissues… I get it. It’s all supposed to make me gaga about the baby and consequently, appreciate the preparation my body goes through to bring it to the world. But to some people,   the connection isn’t always readily apparent. My brain couldn’t seem to grasp the reason behind these changes, I mean DRAMATIC CHANGES, my body was going through.It really just felt like I was gaining a bunch of weight, lethargic all the time, losing interest and motivation to do things I normally enjoyed. I’ve always dealt with body image problems… all it takes is a little bit of crack in the overall self-image I have, everything sort of comes crumbling down. If anyone ever says anything like “wow your feet look really bloated” or “those pants don’t look like that fit anymore”, it would throw me off for a day or two. If it wasn’t for the fact that I KNEW I was pregnant, I’d probably think I was going through an episode of clinical depression.But around month 5/week 20, things started to take a turn. It wasn’t so much a conscious effort. Something within my mind just shifted. Perhaps it was when I started to feel the baby move and when my belly really started to “pop”. It was around the time that we took our babymoon trip to the Cayman Islands.   Below are three pictures that I took of myself around that 20-22 week mark. You can see that my belly started to pop and I think it was during this trip that I felt the baby’s first kicks! I would say this was around the time I started to accept the way I looked and all the associated changes. But the emotional saga did not end here!Outfit:Women’s Button-up Split Floral Print Flowy Party Maxi Dress; Size Small  Dealing With The “Advice” From Others… Good And BadThis came as a surprise to me. As a pregnant woman, you are constantly being told what to do and sometimes even how to feel. Everyone (especially all the women around you) seem to have an opinion about everything pregnancy related because either they have been through it themselves, or they read it somewhere. I guess it’s such a natural part of human life, people don’t think twice about volunteering their opinions/advice/experience to you. Most of the time, they’re well intended and carefully delivered. They could even be really helpful. But once in a while, you’d get a piece of advice you’re simply not quite sure what to do with. “You should be happy!” …don’t you think I know that? Who in their right mind would consciously, voluntarily, and knowingly choose to be unhappy? This is probably the one most well-intended piece of advice that annoyed me the most.Outfit:  Women’s Button-up Split Floral Print Flowy Party Maxi Dress; Size Small  Trusting That Things Could Change For the Better… Including Your PerspectivesIf I learned anything in this pregnancy, it is to never say never in the face of mother nature, i.e. your amazing female body. So many foreign thoughts, feelings, and sensations have emerged and occurred to me in the last 8 months, none of which I could’ve possibly imagined going through. For example, I was never a kids person. I could be friendly with kids but I never really thought I liked kids much. Ever since becoming pregnant, when I see kids (especially infants) I have this affection that just oozes from within the core of my being. All of a sudden I couldn’t help but feel like I am drawn to these cute, warm,  and vulnerable beings. It’s the strangest thing!Outfit:  Women’s Button-up Split Floral Print Flowy Party Maxi Dress; Size Small    To Workout or To Not Workout(Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. I am sharing my personal experience here. Please don’t take my advice instead of a physician’s. When in doubt, always seek out the expert opinion of your OB!)Hopefully, you have always maintained a workout regimen pre-pregnancy and this isn’t even a concern to you. If you had an on-going and regular workout regimen, most healthcare providers/experts will tell you to just keep it going. Of course, listen to your body and don’t over-exert yourself, and if need be, modify things for your changing body. On the other hand, if like me, you had semi let yourself go between  getting ready for the wedding and becoming pregnant (I can’t be the only one?!), do not despair. At the very least, taking a 20-30 minute  walk every day seems to suffice, according to most online articles. This may sound ambitious for those of you who are going through that infamous first trimester morning sickness, daily nausea, or the incapacitating lethargy. If that is you, just let your body be. Exercise when you start to feel better.However, if you are wanting to take your pregnancy fitness up a notch, I highly recommend getting a personal trainer with a specialty and appropriate background in training pregnant women.   My trainer Drea, who I have been working out with since I was around 18/19 weeks pregnant (I am 35 weeks now) is nothing short of amazing. Not that this should be your goal, but with my OB’s blessing, I have healthily stayed away from gaining any weight in the last 3 months.   Mind you, I was also diagnosed with gestational diabetes around the 25th week, so I’ve been watching my diet like a hawk on top of working out twice a week with Drea. (Not a sponsored post whatsoever!)I personally attribute all the positives from my pregnancy to wo rking out with Drea â€" no stretch marks, good energy, no backaches or any aches for that matter. In total, I’ve gained about 20 lbs so far since the beginning of my pregnancy, and most of what happened in the first trimester… It simply means before I worked out with Drea I was gaining a lot of weight, and since Drea, my weight has been managed very well! If you live in North County San Diego and are looking for a personal trainer, you should definitely contact Drea!Click here to see these workout clips live on my Instagram archive:https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17934652129169189/ ConclusionMamas, what was your pregnancy journey like? Did you struggle with weight gain and body image issues? I’d love to hear from all of you who have gone through this and feel like you came out of it a better, stronger woman. Or not! I would love both perspectives. I have about a month left of this pregnancy so I am trying to soak up all the knowledge around me that I can get. DM me on Instagram or leave me a comment here!Professional photography by Natalie Alverado

5 Tips for Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur - CareerAlley

5 Tips for Becoming a Successful Entrepreneur - CareerAlley We may receive compensation when you click on links to products from our partners. The business world can be cutthroat at times. There are a lot of great ideas that get cut short because there isnt enough man power behind them. To be successful, there are certain skills that every entrepreneur must master. From accepting change to being unique, here are some tips that you can use to become a successful entrepreneur. Accepting Change The business world is always changing, and you have to learn to change with it. This is a simple concept for which every entrepreneur has to be aware. It used to be believed that the best way to complete any goal was simply to follow the same steps repeatedly until the goal was achieved. Due to advances in technology, the world changes at a blistering pace. If an entrepreneur wants to keep up with these changes times, he has to change his focus at a moments notice. Entrepreneur Blogs Some of the best information out there is already written down on the Internet. What better way to learn about being a successful entrepreneur than from someone who has already become one. Its for this reason that its worth your time to read blogs that have been started by entrepreneurs. Some of these websites, like the Bob Parsons blog, are filled with insight into a world that can be confusing at times. From their own tips and tricks to insider secrets, these blogs are a goldmine for both new and longtime businessmen. Uniqueness Wannabe entrepreneurs are a dime a dozen. There are tons of people who want nothing more than to rehash old ideas to make it big themselves. This makes it hard for a company or person to want to write you a check. To be an essential part of a company, you have to bring your own ideas to the table. You need to be unique. Of course, just coming up with a unique idea is not enough. You have to be able to explain it well too. Being able to think differently than others and view problems from a different angle is one of the cornerstones off being a good entrepreneur. Practice Makes Perfect We all make mistakes, and entrepreneurs are no exception. The difference is that successful entrepreneurs are quick to learn form their mistakes and tweak their business model as they go. Some mistakes are costly to correct, but creating a successful business will pay off in the mid to long term. Not fixing your mistakes and problems will very likely lead to failure. Not Everyone Can Be the CEO A lot of people enter into a company, or start their own, expecting to be a CEO. One of the first things to learn in the business world is that not everyone can be the CEO or hold an executive position. Sometimes, being willing to take a backseat role helps a company move forward and makes you more valuable than you could ever be while sitting in the executive spot. Companies have to have a structure, and the top is only as stable as the foundation around it. A CEO doesnt make a company no more than a simple idea. Using these tips to your advantage can help you down your road to being a successful entrepreneur. This can be a long and trying road; its not something that will happen overnight. Start where you can, even if its just reading popular blogs created by entrepreneurs to soak up the knowledge they have to offer. We are always eager to hear from our readers. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or suggestions regarding CareerAlley content. Good luck in your search,Joey Google+ what where job title, keywords or company city, state or zip jobs by