Hobbies Are a Waste of Time

hob·by: an activity or interest pursued for pleasure or relaxation and not as a main occupation: Her hobbies include mountain biking and weaving. Hobbies are a waste of time… Or are they? Some people feel hobbies are just something to do to pass the time and...

Tomorrow Will Be Different – When Drinking Takes Over

At first it was fun, then it was fun with problems, and now it’s all problems. This description of the progressive nature of drinking says it all. If you are becoming dependent on alcohol, you’ve likely noticed the carefree days of yesterday are harder and harder to...

Ask Allan: Mental Health and the Workplace

Dear Allan, One of my employees has confided they have been diagnosed with a mental health condition. I’m at a loss on how to handle this. Should I give them special treatment? What do I tell the rest of the staff? I’ve thought of discussing the situation with other...

Credit Card Hangovers

It’s the end of January and you’re afraid to look in the mailbox. December’s shopping frenzy is catching up and outlined in glorious black and white, is the evidence of last month’s buying spree. There’s no point in moaning about it or rationalizing why you felt Uncle...

How to Know When It’s Time to Go: 5 Reasons to Quit Your Job

Many of us feel like quitting a job at one time or another. A blow-up with the boss, an unfavourable review, change in management or a failed project can leave us feeling unappreciated and ready to jump ship. When is it time to move on? Too many people stay in jobs...

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