WORK LIFE A commute is just a part of life for many working people. But whether you spend that time on a bus, train, or in a car, your commute doesn’t have to be a low point in your day. Instead, use that time to make your day better! Try these tips: *Practice relaxation.If you’re […]
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Do finances keep you awake at night? If so, you’re not alone. More than 75 percent of Americans say money is a big source of stress, according to the American Psychological Association (APA). Although we can’t always change our financial problems right away, we can learn to cope with this type of stress.
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FINANCIAL HEALTH The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau says everyone should check their credit report at least once a year. The information on your credit report could affect your ability to get a mortgage, car loan, a credit card or other loans. It can also affect the interest rate you get. Usually, a higher credit score
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WORK LIFE It seems that today’s world is built for multitasking. With smartphones and tablets, you can check your email, surf the web, and chat from nearly anywhere. And at work, you may be typing while on a conference call or checking messages during a meeting. But the American Psychological Association (APA) says this culture
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WORK LIFE No, really, if you sit all day in front of a computer at work, your computer workstation may be the cause of your nagging neck and shoulder pain. And not surprising, said Dr. Vincent Fortanasce, a rehab specialist and author of End Back & Neck Pain, “The setup of your computer workstation can
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Many people have bought something at the store that they didn’t plan to get. If you buy something simply because you see it and want it, this is called an impulse buy. Some estimates show that the average American spends a few thousand dollars a year on impulse buys. These purchases can add
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WELL-BEING You’ve done it: driven back home to search for your forgotten phone. Dug under the car seats. Called yourself to find a lost phone. Or, worse, watched your phone ring silently when you were in a situation where you couldn’t answer it. Cellphone use has become a common part of life as mobile devices
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FINANCIAL HEALTH An emergency fund is a great way to save yourself from financial disaster. It gives you peace of mind when unexpected expenses come up. And, it may help keep you out of debt when you need extra money for an emergency. People who don’t have emergency funds may have to turn to high-interest
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WORK LIFE Do you know someone at work who loves to gossip? Perhaps they always have some “juicy” information about another person. If you’re just listening, and not talking, then no harm done, right? Not necessarily. According to the National Ethics Association, workplace gossip can damage employee relationships, decrease morale at work and even harm
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WORK LIFE You’re bound to run into many different personality types at the workplace. And when you’re working as a team, it can be challenging to adjust to different work styles. The American Management Association says teamwork leads to better problem solving and productivity. But it’s not as simple as just saying you’re part of
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