Instead of waiting two weeks to start on your New Year's resolutions, begin now to build momentum, writes Jane Burnett. By starting right away, you can also get an early idea of additional resources you may need to meet your goals. Ladders (12/19) Begin 2018 by following this advice Get 2018 off to a good start by setting a disciplined morning routine, writes Jessica Eggert. Even if you're happy with your current job, try to keep your LinkedIn profile updated, and have a good answer prepared for the question, "What do you do for a living?" Fortune (12/19)
Making the Connection
Break the ice at a new job with these tips Use food to meet people at a new job by bringing in snacks to share, inviting co-workers out for lunch and eating away from your desk, writes Jimmy Okuszka. In addition, try decorating your desk to give others an idea of who you are and to spark conversation. The Muse (12/17)
Creativity and innovation flourish in workplaces where employees feel safe sharing ideas, even illogical ones, writes Andy Lothian, CEO of Insights Learning and Development. Lothian suggests three ways to foster free thought, including encouraging teams to suspend logic and reason as they experiment with ideas. Training magazine (12/13)
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Avoid these common job search mistakes to improve results Many job seekers make the mistake of not following up on job applications or sending out generic resumes, writes Lillian Childress. Job seekers should avoid these common mistakes, as well as skimming the job description and missing out on important details, to increase their chances of success. Glassdoor (12/19)
Balancing Yourself
A therapist's advice on how to balance your life Break your responsibilities into manageable pieces, and delegate any tasks you can when you feel your work-life balance is out of whack, advises therapist Shelly Smith. In addition, it's important to prioritize self-care with activities such as exercise and quality sleep. Psych Central (12/19)
