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How to enjoy a work-free vacation (without working 24/7 before & after)

By |2023-12-12T15:32:30+00:00December 12th, 2023|Health, High-performance, Leadership, Mindset, Productivity, stress, Wellbeing|

I’m sure I don’t need to remind you of the restorative value of taking a break. But sometimes the stress we experience before and after a vacation can leave us wondering if the vacation was even worth it. To help you head into the holidays feeling calm and in control, I have a fresh approach to this challenge. The Simplify Filter is designed to help you scale back, streamline, or seek help. I tested this approach before our family vacation earlier this year and here’s how it worked.

How to prepare to spend more time in the office

By |2023-09-07T14:54:30+00:00September 7th, 2023|Collaboration, Health, High-performance, Hybrid work, Mindset, Motivation, Productivity, Resilience, Routine, Schedule Management, stress, Teamwork, Time Management, Wellbeing, workplace culture|

With many organizations calling for a bigger in-office presence, those trips into the office are ramping up. Why does this shift seem so difficult now? And how can we minimize the upheaval associated with yet another change in how we work? I’ve got three strategies to share.

How can hybrid work help us improve the way we work?

By |2022-06-29T18:59:25+00:00June 29th, 2022|Collaboration, Communication, High-performance, Leadership, mentoring, Mindset, Teamwork, Thrive, workplace culture|

Hybrid work comes with its challenges but it also brings us opportunities to be more conscious and proactive about how we work, and to upgrade our existing processes - especially what may not have been working to begin with.

4 tips leaders can use to stamp out burnout

By |2022-05-26T17:42:27+00:00May 25th, 2022|Health, High-performance, Leadership, Mindset, Productivity, Resilience, stress, Thrive, Wellbeing, workplace culture|

Burnout was already a problem before the pandemic and it continues to have critical implications for the workplace. Now, 87 percent of US employers say enhancing their mental health benefits over the next two years is a top priority. This is a step in the right direction. How can we help within our own organizations? Here are 4 strategies leaders can use to mitigate the effects of burnout, empower our teams to work sustainably – and thrive.

How to safeguard your productivity and connections as a hybrid worker

By |2022-05-25T17:08:13+00:00May 11th, 2022|Collaboration, High-performance, Leadership, Mindset, Motivation, Organization, Productivity, Resilience, Routine, stress, Thrive, Wellbeing, workplace culture|

Research shows individuals can be very productive in a hybrid model - if we do it right. As changes continue to ripple through the workplace, and more and more organizations adopt a hybrid approach to work, attention has been focused on the dynamics of hybrid teams. Here are some best practices you can use to stay productive and thrive as a hybrid worker, along with the pitfalls to avoid.

Here’s what it was like to spend a night on the streets

By |2022-03-09T19:22:51+00:00March 9th, 2022|Gratitude, Health, Mindset, Wellbeing|

On March 3, 2022, I completed the 360°Experience in support of 360°kids, an organization providing essential housing, food, education, and employment assistance, to our most vulnerable youth across the York Region. The 360°Experience shows us firsthand the harsh reality of spending a cold night on the street when home is no longer a safe place to be. I’m grateful for this organization and the incredible work they do to help youth in crisis. This year’s 360°Experience raised over $360,000. Many of you have been asking what this experience was like, so I wanted to share this recap with you here.

4 ways to invest in your relationships & boost your wellbeing

By |2021-12-10T19:13:21+00:00December 10th, 2021|Collaboration, Communication, Gratitude, Health, Mindset, stress, Thrive, Wellbeing|

Taking care of our relationships is an essential form of self-care and wellbeing. Even though life is busy, and the pandemic has made it more difficult to connect in meaningful ways, our friendships and social connections cannot be taken for granted. Our relationships have a powerful influence on our health. Here are four strategies to help you invest more time and energy into nourishing your relationships - and your health.

6 habits you need to boost your wellbeing

By |2021-10-22T17:34:36+00:00October 22nd, 2021|Gratitude, Health, High-performance, Mindset, Motivation, Productivity, Resilience, stress, Wellbeing|

If we do not prioritize our wellbeing and mental health, we become vulnerable to stress and burnout, our physical health suffers, and we undermine the recovery efforts we so desperately need at this time. If you are noticing symptoms of stress and burnout in yourself and others, including exhaustion, irritability, and anxiety, here are six ways you can mitigate these feelings and prepare yourself for recovery.

5 ways you can master habits and make them work for you

By |2022-05-25T17:11:32+00:00September 13th, 2021|Goals, Health, High-performance, Mindset, Motivation, Procrastination, Productivity, Wellbeing|

When it comes to achieving our big goals and focusing on our top priorities, mastering habits is key. Our habits help us bridge the gap between our intentions and our actions and enable us to do activities automatically. After all, activities we do only occasionally are infinitely more challenging. Any task we haven't done recently is akin to a change. And as we all know, change is hard. Here are 5 ways you can use habits to inspire your own new beginning, invest in your wellbeing and productivity, and help you make time in your day for what matters most.

It’s time to reset the way we work

By |2022-02-17T18:34:37+00:00August 19th, 2021|Collaboration, Health, High-performance, Leadership, Management, Mindset, Productivity, Resilience, stress, Thrive, Wellbeing, workplace culture|

The uncertainty and stress caused by the pandemic has only served to widen the divide between employee engagement and wellbeing. This has critical implications for the workplace. If we do not prioritize wellbeing and mental health, stress and burnout will undermine our recovery efforts. Our organizations have a responsibility for the care and wellbeing of employees. Taking the necessary steps to relieve burnout and invest in people is not only essential for engaging and retaining top talent, it is simply the right thing to do to create a healthy and thriving workplace for all.

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