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To broaden your perspective on work and life, keep climbing
By Justin Satterfield, CEO and Founder, Norwood My colleague and friend Clayton Simons has an uncle who climbed every “fourteener” in Colorado. These are mountains with an elevation of 14,000 feet or greater. There are 58 of them. Clayton and I plan to climb them all, too. Earlier this month we knocked off four in…
Read MoreWhat’s in it for the physician in value-based care arrangements?
By Jason Jobes, SVP Solutions, Norwood What’s in it for me? It’s an age-old question. I feel like this also comes up a lot in the value-based care space when partnering with physicians and other providers. How do you respond to the “what’s in it for me” when a provider asks why they…
Read More5 Tips for Better Work Eating
Don’t let poor eating habits stand in the way of health, productivity, and morale. Respect Lunchtime Don’t be a mealtime martyr. “I didn’t have time to eat” may sound like a badge of honor to some, but it’s problematic on at least two counts: first, it suggests poor time management skills and, sadly, it shows…
Read MoreSearch Without Being Found
Making a career change from one company to another can sometimes be more difficult than looking for a job when you are unemployed. It can be challenging to conduct a job search without your current boss finding out about your hunt for something new. It’s not uncommon to be employed while hunting for a new…
Read MoreUse the 80/20 Rule to Beat Procrastination
Procrastination can show up in many forms, including spending time browsing Facebook or surfing the internet, checking your email obsessively throughout the day, talking with a co-worker about last night’s big game, or even spending a chunk of your time on busy work instead of more important projects. If you want to improve your success…
Read MoreBecome More Desirable For Any Job
Even during times of high unemployment, managers often lament that there aren’t enough qualified candidates out there. Follow these tips to increase your marketability and become highly sought-after in a competitive job market at your current employer or anywhere else. Boost Your Tech Savviness If you’re a software engineer, you already know you must keep…
Read MoreBe the Employee Every Boss Loves
Every manager expects their employees to work hard and do their jobs, but with just a little nudge you can stand out. Those who stand out are the first ones to be considered when jobs open and it’s time for annual pay increases. Here are 5 great tips to get you started. Communication: more is…
Read More4 Simple Steps to Get to the Next Level
If you’re ready to take your career to a new level, there are a few things that you should start doing to become a better employee now. Here are some suggestions: Increase Productivity Through Focused Action Instead of being “busy” all the time, make sure that you’re filling your time with tasks that will be…
Read MoreAre You Too Busy for Your Own Good?
There are three types of people in this world: people who are busy, people who are not, and people who have the time to brag about how busy they are. No matter which camp you belong to, keep reading. Busier Than Ever? The projects at work are mounting to Himalayan proportions. The list of personal…
Read MoreOrganize Your Work, 4 Quick Wins
We all know that organization is the key to success. Here are some concrete tips to help you get there. Know that it’s no rush, just try out one per week over the next 4 weeks. Make Prioritization a Must Whatever you hope to accomplish in a given day or week, you’ll need to make it…
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