Dear Allan, I’ve heard the term “presenteeism” lately. What exactly does it mean? – Just Curious Dear Curious, Great question. We all know how much absenteeism affects the workplace, but there’s an often overlooked syndrome that can be...
Are your kids relying more and more on the BMD (Bank of Mom and Dad) as they grow older? Does it seem like you are constantly dipping into your pocket to help out your teen or young adult? Why does it seem like they have no real understanding of what it takes to run a...
When you fail at something, do you get discouraged and then give up? It’s easy to view failure as the end of the line, instead of what it really is – just a curve in the road. Imagine what life would be like if we all gave up after our first few attempts failed. None...
The universe has a perfect accounting system: the more you give out, the more you get back. Huh? Does this mean you should deep discount your prices? As an astute business person, of course you can’t afford to give away massive amounts of product for free, or not...
Going to work can feel like stepping onto the set of a soap opera or television mini-series – intrigue, gossip and rivalries abound. It can be hard to steer clear of the drama and get some actual work done. There are steps you can take to navigate through it all, and...
Dear Allan, I find myself in an awkward situation. One of my coworkers comes to me with all his problems and issues. He also has comments and opinions on every subject and frankly, just never stops talking. I see that other colleagues avoid him because of this, but I...
