http://www.nanrussell.com/blog/ en-us Copyright 2012 Mon, 14 May 2012 11:56:31 -0700 Mon, 14 May 2012 12:16:11 -0700 http://www.movabletype.org/?v=3.1 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Have you come to the realization that there aren't enough hours in the day to get your work done? Do you have the nagging suspicion that, even though you're working longer hours, you're not very productive? Is your dream project... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/05/stop_the_busy_w.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/05/stop_the_busy_w.php Work Matters Mon, 14 May 2012 11:56:31 -0700 From the college student approaching graduation to the veteran employee, everyone would like their future to be a successful one. However, often our journeys are not particularly successful. How can you minimize your failures and takes steps to be a... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/04/making_for_your.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/04/making_for_your.php Work Matters Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:43:40 -0700 Everyone has their own story. A story about who they are, what they do, and why they do it. Knowing how to share your story and how it feeds into what you want in your career can be a pivotal... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/04/know_your_story.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/04/know_your_story.php Work Matters Mon, 02 Apr 2012 10:54:11 -0700 Undeniably, sometimes the deck is stacked against us. Sometimes we truly are victims of circumstances beyond our control. The real question is, how do we get back on our feet and make headway in our lives and in our jobs?... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/03/do_you_find_tha.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/03/do_you_find_tha.php Work Matters Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:18:27 -0700 Do you find that you have a difficult time hiding your emotions? Does your stress, anger, frustration, fear, or insecurity come shining through no matter how well you've prepped yourself to stay calm and in control? Do you lose your... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/03/dont_let_your_b.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/03/dont_let_your_b.php Work Matters Mon, 05 Mar 2012 13:50:57 -0700 Are you feeling shut down at work about topics that need to be discussed and addressed openly? We know that healthy communication is the key to working with others. And we know that the most sensitive and difficult topics need... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/02/saying_it_right.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/02/saying_it_right.php Work Matters Sun, 19 Feb 2012 11:45:53 -0700 We've all heard, "It's not what you know, it's who you know" when it comes to being hired. But, what if it's really what you know, who you know, and doing your homework about both of them before your job... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/02/its_what_you_kn.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/02/its_what_you_kn.php Work Matters Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:14:03 -0700 Have you ever wondered what "success" would look like for you? How do you define it? How do you achieve it? And how do you sell it to others? Not as easy as it sounds, is it? Take notes while... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/01/another_look_at.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/01/another_look_at.php Work Matters Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:34:50 -0700 Are you fully on board at your job? Or do you have one foot out the door? Put another way, do you have commitment issues when it comes to your work? If you do, take heart, you're not alone! Another... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/01/time_for_commit.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2012/01/time_for_commit.php Work Matters Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:05:45 -0700 As we look at 2012, let's aim to make progress in two important areas of our work lives...getting ourselves organized and keeping our co-workers' dysfunctions from becoming our problem. These are two big challenges to meet, especially if you try... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/12/two_new_years_r.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/12/two_new_years_r.php Work Matters Tue, 27 Dec 2011 12:41:09 -0700 2011 is coming to a close and it's time to draw up a plan to positively address 2012. We all know this can be harder than it sounds, especially if this past year was a tough one at work. But... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/12/preparing_for_t.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/12/preparing_for_t.php Work Matters Mon, 12 Dec 2011 11:32:53 -0700 The holidays can be the time of year when people are pushed harder than normal in all aspects of their lives. Unfortunately, it also means it can be the time of year when tempers flare and harsh words are spoken.... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/11/keeping_it_toge.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/11/keeping_it_toge.php Work Matters Mon, 21 Nov 2011 09:45:51 -0700 Creativity at work is challenging at best. Challenging because sometimes it's hard to be creative. Challenging because it's hard to implement your creative ideas once they've been birthed. But there's no need to be stymied about this matter, listen to... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/11/more_and_more_s.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/11/more_and_more_s.php Work Matters Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:05:20 -0700 More and more studies are finding that workplace trust is a very important part of job performance and satisfaction. But how do you know when you should trust someone? How do you prove yourself trustworthy? And how can you regain... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/10/the_role_of_tru.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/10/the_role_of_tru.php Work Matters Fri, 21 Oct 2011 13:28:33 -0700 Holiday decorations have already begun to show up on the shelves at the stores. It must be a sign that the holidays and the related festivities are just around the corner. Are you ready for the annual holiday party at... http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/10/mind_your_manne.php http://www.nanrussell.com/archives/2011/10/mind_your_manne.php Work Matters Mon, 10 Oct 2011 13:13:33 -0700