In 2010, when I first learned I was pregnant, I had strong concerns that parenthood would affect my job security and prospects for a successful career. Would I be considered as capable as I was before? Would I continue to grow in leadership? Now, as a mom of two (10 & 13, whew!) I can […]
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This past week I saw a meme that said, “When entering 2023, no one make any sudden movements, or declare this year will be your year.” In essence, don’t anger 2023. While the joke was funny and it made me laugh, I understand the fear and hesitancy of entering a new year after the past
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While the patient-facing eye care force is powering through their busiest time of year, the non-patient workforce is busy behind the scenes planning for 2023. On top of work we all have our personal lives, holiday planning, family obligations, inclement weather, kids on school break, you name it. Whatever role you are in, this time
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I dread back-to-school time, it’s not that I’ll miss my children terribly as much as it is a change of pace in life. The laid-back reprieve of summer is traded for structure and a rigid schedule in our house. It must be this way, or the crazy lineup of back-to-school activities, fall sports, and clubs
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The culture of overwork thrives today in our society. If you have ever made the choice to work those few extra hours and miss out on a family dinner, a happy hour with friends, or skip that little project you wanted to do for yourself, you are definitely not alone. Trust me, if we had
Working from home has its perks: Pajama pants, lots of quiet time, more time with pets/kids/family, and a certain amount of freedom. While some introverts may love quiet and solitude, extroverts can find it too silent, almost lonely. Pets and kids provide frequent distractions, and that freedom (and maybe the pajama pants) can easily lead
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