Everyone who has ever had a job has, at some point, experienced work-related stress. Even if your work is something you love, there can be stressful elements. Without proper help, both short- and long-term stress can eventually harm your mental and physical health.
But how do you deal with pressure or stressful situations? At Strong Training and Coaching, we can help you manage job stress and recognize signs of employee burnout. Let’s take a closer … Read More
As of June 2020, about 40% of the labor force was working from home. If you’re a manager who is used to leading teams in person, remote work can be challenging. Virtual teams can experience setbacks in productivity, especially under stressful circumstances like a global pandemic. However, as a manager, you can help guide your team through these challenges.
Measuring performance, taking steps to boost morale, and devising actionable strategies to overcome challenges can help … Read More
By Maureen Falvey
Lead Coach & Trainer
Happy National Day of Unplugging! As I was writing this blog last Sunday I took the message to heart, put my computer down, and invited my daughter to take a walk with me into town. We popped in a little store and I picked up three stones with inspirational messages for people I love: One for my dad saying, “You are my sunshine”, one for my friend … Read More
The world of work is changing faster than ever – and even though it feels like there’s more and more to accomplish in less and less time, people need training and development support now more than ever. In fact, according to Gallup, 41% of employees don’t feel prepared to do their job and employee preparedness is trending down.
To help give employees, managers, leaders and executives the support they … Read More
By Kelly Harmon Schmitt, CPC, ELI-MP
Professional Life and Leadership Coach
At the onset and subsequent spread of the pandemic, it was never more evident that we were all connected. All of us on this planet. I reflected deeply on that physical and spiritual connection. But that deeper reflection quickly gave way to the business at hand – of working and schooling remotely, staying healthy, dealing with the physical separation of elderly parents, etc. … Read More
Whether you’re at the beginning of your job or the height of your success, you have to put work into your career to continue progressing. You must show ingenuity, leadership, and motivation when facing challenges. For most, however, trailblazing a career without training or help from a mentor can seem overwhelming. That’s where a life or executive career coach comes in.
With COVID-19 (Coronavirus), you can now receive virtual coaching rather than in-person. Online coaching … Read More
Whether you’re seeking to change your occupation or to enhance your performance at your current job, career coaching may be exactly what you need to take your work life to the next level. Professional career coaches provide valuable feedback to those at all levels, whether they’re new to their position or executives looking to improve.
Since COVID-19 (Coronavirus) has changed the way that people do business, online career coaching is in high demand. If you’re … Read More
Working from home has become the new normal, and before this year companies had little experience managing remote workers. While many at-home professionals are reporting success in their environment, managers face many challenges with distant teams.
Staff morale, work-life balance, and personal performance all have suffered during these difficult times. With parents working from home alongside their children, employees can feel isolated from their peers. Companies are facing untold challenges within this difficult economy and … Read More
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) drove millions of people indoors and away from their favorite businesses this year. Although society is slowly beginning to visit restaurants and other small outdoor spaces again, the concern about the spread of the infectious disease is still very present. Even now with states reopening, industries are continuing to struggle, and millions of people are recovering from being laid off.
For those who are unemployed, it’s imperative to remain optimistic and proactive. Without … Read More
Thousands of people across the country have lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. If you’re one of the many professionals trying to re-enter the job market, this is an undoubtedly challenging time. Searching for a new occupation in a post-COVID-19 environment will require you to be flexible with your career goals. However, with sharp skills and a well-crafted resume, you’ll be on the right track to jump back into the professional world.… Read More
