Being a manager is tricky at the best of times, and those who have a lot of responsibilities to juggle will face more pressure and stress than most. The ongoing pandemic has amped up challenges that business decision-makers face on a daily basis. They are making major changes to the…
Are some of your employees bullying others? As an employer, you might think that everyone in your team gets along well—but there might be bullying going on unnoticed. You may also feel that how people get along with one another is their business, not yours. However, you have a responsibility…
Rewind to January 2020. You were in the office, working with great coworkers and an awesome boss, learning more and more each day. Everything made sense and everything felt right. Then, all of a sudden, a pandemic spread across the globe and ruined all of your plans. Sounds like a…
COVID-19 has impacted both small businesses and large corporations throughout the course of 2020. For entrepreneurs and small business owners, the impact of the virus may have larger consequences. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t build your business and find success during this time. When considering how to move forward…
It’s in our nature to worry, to think about all that could go wrong. Sometimes, though, we obsess over these possibilities—especially during times of uncertainty like COVID-19. Many (if not most) of us feel like our jobs are at stake. We feel as if we could get fired or let go at…
Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hello. My name is Bryan Prinzivalli and I’m a dual Licensed Clinician at Thriveworks in Lynchburg. I’m going to answer the question, “How can you deal with stress at work during COVID-19?” No one is immune to stress from healthcare to sanitation…
Click here to schedule online counseling at Thriveworks. Hello. I’m Laney Stenquist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist at the Alexandria, Virginia location with Thriveworks. I have been asked to answer a question about the pandemic. The question is, “Should I quit my job due to stress…
Congratulations! You’ve scored a job interview. You have every right to celebrate, but if you want to secure the job, you also need to prepare. Here are four tips for preparing properly and nailing your interview. One, research the company and familiarize yourself with the position. Be ready to demonstrate…
Greetings Sonya, What an interesting question: “How do you know when it’s time to switch jobs?” There are certainly a lot of different perspectives on this topic. I’ll give you my take, with the caveat that if you ask someone else, they might have different but equally valuable advice. Most…
Starting a new job can be intimidating. As you step into the unfamiliar territory, a few thoughts might cross your mind, like: Is this company the right fit for me? Will I be successful in this role? And perhaps the most daunting question of all, will my coworkers like me?…
Everything that comes with a new job can be intimidating, as you are entering an unfamiliar place with unfamiliar people! Many of us struggle to get to know and befriend our new coworkers; the good news, though, is that we can implement a few tips to make the process easier….
We all have trouble from time-to-time focusing on a school or work assignment, as we fall victim to distractions or a low attention span. Fortunately, we can increase our focus by strengthening our attention span and making sure that we are getting enough sleep. To strengthen your attention span, try…
