Working Hard So You Don't Have To
Background checks are commonplace in today’s world. (My kid’s school makes you file for one just to volunteer there.) It’s almost too easy for someone to look you up and find out your history. But, there are times when you are the one requesting the background check. Clearance for government jobs is a top reason. If you have ever gone… Read More
If you or a family member are planning to go to a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Rehab Hospital after getting injured or sick, there are a few things you need to know. There is often a HUGE miscommunication regarding what you’ll be doing, how long you’ll stay, amenities, activities, etc… Who knows where this breakdown in the info line… Read More
Moving from the hospital to a skilled nursing facility is hard. The move happens fast and you don’t have a lot of time to process all that will change once you get to your new medical facility building. The transition from one to the other doesn’t have to be shocking. Learn what to expect and how to handle to… Read More
Also known as intermittent fasting, time restricted feeding is by far the easiest way to “diet” without dieting. Isn’t that the dream for a lot of us. Turns out, it isn’t a dream at all. It’s an easy to follow routine that can make a HUGE difference in your body. What is time restricted feeding? It’s a simple concept. You… Read More
I don’t know about you but for me, back to school time is stressful. There is SO MUCH to prepare for. Clothing, pencils, notebooks, tissues, dry erase markers, etc… You can easily spend a few hundred dollars if you don’t plan ahead or use rebate apps like Ibotta or Ebates. Have you ever had a conversation with a teacher at… Read More
Morning routine got you down? Don’t try to be a super parent and do everything for everyone. Help your kids learn responsibility and self sufficiency by giving them their own jobs to do. In TV shows or movies the parents are up in the kitchen making breakfast, fully dressed ready for work and have lunches packed in a line on… Read More
Sometimes we all feel overwhelmed by adult life. There are jobs to do. Bills to pay. Kids, spouses or pets that need attention. Don’t forget time for yourself! It can be hard to manage time efficiently and still feel the free. I mean free to be spontaneous and free to do what you want to. Do you ever wish it… Read More
This is the quick and dirty break down on how you can negotiate for higher pay. We all want to make more at our jobs. Why waste time working for less than what you could be? 1. Know your numbers Your personal statistics. If you have 75% productivity on a daily basis, tell them. If you personally raised your… Read More
I don’t think I’m much different from everyone else. I just want to somehow have a lot of money and take a lot of vacations with very little effort involved, on my part, in getting that cash. *Poof* One hundred million dollars in my pocket like magic. Wouldn’t that be nice. Well that’s never going to happen. So I’m stuck… Read More
I get asked almost daily what my hair care routine is. I’d estimate around 3 to 5 times a week. I have to say, I got lucky and was born with thick hair…And it’s pretty awesome. I’ve been getting compliments on it my whole life, and at 35, I still get asked how I maintain it pretty regularly. The funny… Read More
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