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7 Great “Mistakes” You Need to Make for Yourself

I’ve heard singers and songwriters share stories regarding how they produce their best songs when they channel their pain. Well, I can’t carry a tune to save my life, but I can write. I thought why not just go with that? What are some of the greatest, most painful mistakes I’ve ever made? Here are a few of my self-inflicted doozies—the ones you simply can’t simulate from someone else’s translation. Feel free to hurry up and make them. The sooner you do, the more time you’ll have to enjoy life!

By Andrew LaCivita|March 6th, 2016|Career Stagnation, College Students, Communication, DIY Happiness, Self Help|

7 Signs You Found Your Purpose

So many never find it. Some, who do, give up on it when they’re so close to fulfilling it. What is it? It’s your purpose in life. Everyone has one. Do you know yours? Whether you’re sure or not, let me offer these seven signs you found your purpose in life!

By Andrew LaCivita|February 21st, 2016|Career Change, College Students, DIY Happiness, Self Help|

The Ultimate 22-Year-Old’s Survival Guide for Work & Life

Writing several articles for recent college graduates and young professionals over the past few years has caused me to reflect on how I would have lived my life differently had someone provided me three decades worth of experience on day one of my first full-time job. I hope The Ultimate 22-Year-Old's Survival Guide for Work & Life will help the many young professionals get started down the right path!

By Andrew LaCivita|February 14th, 2016|College Students, Communication, DIY Happiness, Employees, Motivational, Tools for Productivity|

The 3 Real Reasons You Can’t Stay Focused

When all is stripped away from the things you turn to when you’re unable or unwilling to concentrate, you’ll find there are three real reasons you can’t stay focused. I’m referring to the focus of your life, project, goals or anything else that provides your figurative north pole. Let’s try to build you a compass.

By Andrew LaCivita|February 12th, 2016|College Students, DIY Happiness, Employees, Goal Setting, Self Help, Tools for Productivity|

4 Most Devastating Career Behaviors

Careers limp along or are dismantled because of behaviors, not decisions. You might fall into the trap of thinking you made a poor choice here or joined the wrong company there. Others endlessly ponder position changes or promotions they forwent. I assure you, those mini decisions (as major as you think they are) cause minor-league damage compared to the big boy stuff I’m about to share.

By Andrew LaCivita|January 11th, 2016|Career Change, Career Stagnation, Communication, DIY Happiness, Self Help, Tools for Productivity|

My 2 Morning Tricks to Eating the Frog

I want to give you a morning mindset to virtually guarantee success in your life. Bold, I know, but true nonetheless. I also want to stress it makes no difference what your morning routine is. It’s how you think about your morning that matters.

By Andrew LaCivita|January 4th, 2016|DIY Happiness, Motivational, Self Help, Tools for Productivity, Work Ethic|

Are These Biases Killing Your Decisions?

We form many biases thanks to our historical paths and perceptions of what we consider "reality." Here are six of the most common and worst biases that affect your every-day living. Learn how to overcome them with some simple fixes.

By Andrew LaCivita|December 21st, 2015|Communication, DIY Happiness, Self Help|

Great Marital Advice Based on 1,076 Years of Marriage

As I approach my wedding day, I asked my friends for their best marital advice. Here's what 67 people with combined 1,076 years of marriage experience had to share. I'm sure you won't want to miss Apologies Have Bigger Muscles Than Being Right, Pretend Your Spouse is Your Dog, Polygamy is Apparently Legal Everywhere, You Get Amnesia the Moment You Get Married, Make Sure You’re an Ace with Pronouns and much more!

By Andrew LaCivita|December 14th, 2015|Communication, DIY Happiness, Self Help|

5 Best Ways to Say Thank You

We all know there are many ways to say, "Thank you." Even so, I’ve discovered through trial, error, and observation, there are a handful of ways to say "thank you" that seem to resonate with everyone. After all, the goal when thanking someone is not to complete an obligation, but to make them feel thanked and appreciated.

By Andrew LaCivita|December 3rd, 2015|College Students, Communication, DIY Happiness, Employees, Self Help|

My Favorite 8 Ways to Politely Say “No”

The more you say "Yes" to the requests of others, the more requests you'll get. A major factor in your happiness, productivity, and effectiveness is your ability to politely say "No." And, to do so without feeling guilty! Keep these tactics in your back pocket, and you'll have a diplomatic and respected way to say "No" in any situation.

By Andrew LaCivita|November 18th, 2015|Communication, DIY Happiness|

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