The wisdom of setting priorities to rank facets of life, essential activities, and tasks with approaching deadlines seems obvious at first. Yet, even if we succeed in numbering our priorities, these rankings fail to resolve the tensions between competing demands on our time and attention. For example, quips … Continue Reading
Work Life Balance
How to Organize your Back to School Schedule
It’s that time of year. The time when parents scurry around with lists of school supplies, go shopping for school clothes, and try to get … Continue Reading
What Legacy Are You Leaving?
The second habit described by Stephen Covey in his book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People says to “begin with the end in mind.” Thinking … Continue Reading
Work Life Strategies
The Problem with Priorities
The wisdom of setting priorities to rank facets of life, essential activities, and tasks with approaching deadlines seems obvious at first. Yet, even if we succeed in numbering our priorities, these rankings fail to … Continue Reading
Flexible Work Arrangements: Do they help or hinder work-life balance?
“Raise your hand if you’ve ever responded to a work email from home,” the presenter began, during a session on work and technology. All the audience members raised their hands, acknowledging that despite set hours … Continue Reading
Stepping into New Seasons of Life & Work
My nearly 18-year-old announced at the dinner table that she has decided which college to attend this fall. While I’m excited for her future plans, it’s another reminder that I’m entering a new season. Each life and … Continue Reading
