For Morgan Stanley equities trader Andres Garcia, mentoring a high-schooler twice a week provides a break from chaotic 12-hour days. And collecting pledges for a charitable 5K race is helping him develop a new job skill -- raising money.
A leading work-health management company is challenging employees to start thinking about ways to improve work-health balance year-round.
I've never been one to count the hours I put in at the office or working from home, and that's become an issue to those in my life from time to time.
Health/Wellness
Snooze bluesA recent telephone survey found that a Blackberry or other device has prevented 60% of frequent travellers from getting a good night's sleep.
Relaxation/Vacation
Take a break: It's good for the bottom lineYou're slowly coming to the realization that the summer is behind us -- along with the traditional Canadian vacation season.
Health/Wellness
The lowdown on doctor's notes and sick daysDon't tell me you've never done it. I mean booked off work for being sick when you really just didn't feel like working.
Health/Wellness
Stressing and copingThe workplace is filled with stresses—from ambient office noise to threats by a bully. Coping techniques are just as varied, from sitting down and talking to full-on resigning.
Working from Home
Don't get burned by 'work at home' scamsDoesn't the sound of running your own business and being your own boss sound ideal?
Time Management
Time management tips for telecommutersHighly successful people could not have been as successful without knowing how to manage their time.
Time Management
Take time to save timeSo many priorities. So little time. Such is the way for small business owners.
Working from Home
Computer crash courseWorking from home has its perks, but if your computer crashes you might be on your own.
Time Management
Get some work done on the daily commuteJust when you thought your daily commute could provide a respite from your busy workday, a new survey suggests that "idle" time could be put to use.
Relaxation/Vacation
Vacation strategiesFor many Canadians who may not be able to rely on the charity of family or friends, family vacations can be a huge financial hit.
Relaxation/Vacation
Packing up the kidsBetween work, the arrival of your youngest and obligations piling up faster than your laundry, you probably don’t even consider taking a trip.
Are you aware of substance abuse in your workplace?