If you’re considering a new or replacement desk for your workspace, a standing desk is worth consideration. Standing desks aren’t necessarily for everyone but those who want greater flexibility with their desks may want to consider a standing desk.

Working from home isn’t a new concept. Some people work from home all the time; but, since the COVID-19 pandemic more people who can work from home have been doing so and will likely continue to do so in the future. While working from home can be an easy adjustment for some, it’s not always the case for others.

Customer service is a core part of many businesses. When customers reach out to or for customer service, quite often it’s about a problem or an issue that requires a resolution. Customers are typically looking for someone who is going to listen to and understand the issue at hand. They are looking for someone who understands that there is a sense of urgency, the issue needs to be treated with a level of priority and that it will be addressed in a timely manner.

You’ve probably heard or have been told to never leave a job until you have another one lined up. If you choose to leave a job without another one lined up, serious concerns include financial stability and security. No job, no income!

Job interviews can certainly be nerve-racking. While they may open the door to potentially great opportunities and hopefully, to a long bright future, they can unquestionably make you nervous and feel uneasy for good reason. Job interviews are an opportunity to showcase your credentials, demonstrate credibility and make an impression (hopefully, a very positive one) that will resonate long after you leave the interview.

If you are working in a toxic work environment, it may be time to consider a new job. Perhaps you deal with owners or managers who always think they are right and if you offer anything to the contrary, they will berate you. Perhaps you deal with silos within your company where some get special treatment or are part of an inner circle which is almost always the exception to the rules even though their actions are contrary to company policy, best practices, set a poor example and may lead to low morale.

A layoff can occur unexpectedly, without warning and be a scary ordeal. You may be asking yourself, “Why me?” Getting laid off is never easy and it’s certainly never a good feeling. Beyond the initial shock, concerns over your short and long-term financial security and stability can make a difficult situation worse. It’s important to plan for worse-case scenarios and have an established reserve fund to fall back on and help mitigate some of the immediate impact.

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you suddenly lost your job? Are you financially prepared to deal with a sudden loss of your income stream? Do you have a backup plan and reserve funds for a “rainy day” event?