by Dr Sharon | Aug 12, 2014 | Uncategorised
Many years of our life can be wasted waiting to finish school, complete our studies, find the ‘right’ job, meet ‘Mr or Mrs Right’, get in-shape, have children, afford the perfect home (and the list goes on and on…). We can easily fall...
by Dr Sharon | Aug 4, 2014 | Emotional Intelligence, Relationships (Self and Others)
Australian positive psychologist Timothy Sharp – otherwise known as “Dr Happy” – asked 50 people a simple question: “What do you consider to be the top three contributors to happiness at work?” Their answers provide food for thought to managers...
by Dr Sharon | Jul 21, 2014 | Emotional Intelligence, Relationships (Self and Others)
While many of us would probably prefer a private office with a door, open-plan offices are becoming more and more common in businesses worldwide. The benefits are clear: they are cost-effective, improve communication and collaboration, reduce ‘loafing’ and can...
by Dr Sharon | Jul 14, 2014 | Uncategorised
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, too busy, worried… Do you sometimes wish you could stop the bus and get off to catch your breath? Many people live like this every day. We live in an age of distraction and tend to suffer from busy-ness sickness. Yet one of life’s...
by Dr Sharon | Jul 7, 2014 | Uncategorised
Two years in a row, I have taken leave during one of our busiest months because it was the best time for ME. I used to do what I thought was best for Key Steps regardless of what I wanted but I have managed to break this habit and find a balance. And boy does it feel...