Read This if You Have No Goals
In an age of hustle culture with a major emphasis on constant productivity, it’s no wonder that burnout and mental health crises plague people everywhere. When we’re told our worth is directly related to our output, it creates feelings of defeat and frustration alongside the never-ending task lists that cannot be completed. Similarly, when overwhelm […]
How to Create Opportunities for Yourself
We are often our own harshest critics. Self-doubt and imposter syndrome can cloud our minds and make us question if we are worthy. How do we seek & create opportunities if we don’t believe we deserve them? Similarly, even if we do believe we deserve positive opportunities, how do we find them? Success looks different for everyone. Sometimes, without always realizing […]
Unmasking at Work (For Neurodivergent Individuals)
Conditions such as ADHD and Autism fall into the neurodivergent category. According to Forbes, “Neurodivergent is a non-medical umbrella term that describes people with variation in their mental functions, and can include conditions such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or other neurological or developmental conditions such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).” It is estimated that 15-20% […]
Using Personal Values to Enhance Work Life
Even those who report loving their job run into burnout, creative block, and periods of disinterest. Furthermore, stress and roadblocks are not limited to work; life presents difficulties and tragedies that are out of human control. These stressors can greatly affect our ability to maintain motivation and enthusiasm for work. However, during these periods of […]
How to Build Self-Confidence at Work
Many of us are familiar with Imposter Syndrome: the overwhelming feeling that we aren’t good enough to deserve our job or current circumstances. Even top professionals feel this way from time to time. In fact, according to the Harvard Business Review, “It disproportionately affects high-achieving people, who find it difficult to accept their accomplishments.” Self-doubt […]
How to Recover from Failure
No one is exempt from the woes and inevitability of failure. In fact, we were born to fail, because without failure, there is no room for learning. When a baby, attempting to walk, falls in the initial stages, we understand that this obstacle is a necessary part of the process. As we grow, the expectations […]
How to Decide What Career You Want
Some people seem to know their dream career path since childhood. While this is a wonderful thing, the truth is that for most people, it’s not reality. Social media often floods us with imagery and messages that show mostly successes, including people who land their “dream jobs.” Finding a career path is something to celebrate, […]
5 Environmental Tips for the Workplace
During Earth Month, it is important to reflect on the environment and how we can move towards a healthier and safer world. Luckily, some important steps to assist the well-being of our planet are relatively simple. Today, HJG Staffing is examining 5 ways to implement more eco-friendly practices in the workplace: Cater Plant-Based Meals Going […]
How to Face Job Rejection
You’ve finally landed a job interview, and while it’s no guarantee that you’ll be hired, it’s an exciting step toward employment. Maybe the interview didn’t go as well as you hoped, or maybe you feel confident in your performance. Either way, you didn’t get the job and it’s a disappointment. What steps do you take […]
10 Ways to Boost Morale at Work
It has been over 2 years since Covid-19 emerged, and while many of us have adapted to the changes and turmoil of the pandemic, the truth is that it still affects us every day. The loss of loved ones, the “Great Resignation” and the general unknowns of this time can harbor an atmosphere of anxiety, […]
