Many people have considered working alone at some point, whether it’s to avoid large groups of people or because it’s easier to focus when you’re on your own. The idea of being able to decide when and how much you work is certainly charming, but working alone has its downsides as well. … Read more
Working alone isn’t for everyone. Humans are social creatures, and we’re not designed to spend hours on end in isolation, completely cut off from human contact. While it’s true that some of us work better when we’re alone, eventually loneliness can start to set in. This holds especially true when we’re working … Read more
When you’re a coffee drinker, that special brew is probably a large part of your life. You might start craving a strong, fresh cup the minute you wake up. Those who are used to chugging coffee through the day also claim that they can’t function without it. Even with the easy availability … Read more
All jobs involve performing repetitive tasks at some point, and not many people look forward to them. Having to do them often causes boredom and a lack of focus, which makes you more prone to making mistakes. While tasks like these can be mind-numbing, they are necessary, so it’s better to learn … Read more
All moms know the importance of planning out your day, and moms who work know this especially well. Balancing work and taking care of the morning rush with your kids can be hectic, and sometimes it gets overwhelming. By the time evening hits, all you want to do is collapse onto the … Read more
For most people, the words “work” and “fun” don’t go together often. Or… at all. Just the thought of work is enough to start the stress buildup in your brain and the feeling of dread in your stomach. After all, the most common line of thought is that work isn’t supposed to … Read more
Every job gets tedious sometimes, some more than others. Some hate filling out paperwork. Some can’t stand making phone calls. And some wonder whether all the time and money they spent on college was really worth it when all they do at work is type in the same things over and over. … Read more