Ris Adams

Two years ago​

Two years ago today my son was born, We had known early on that it would be traumatic--He was diagnosed with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia and had a low survival chance. Over 50% of all diaphragmatic hernias are fatal.

Good communication allows many life situations to run smoothly. However, there are certain relationships that deserve extra attention, such as the relationship you have with your boss. You and your boss have drastically different roles, and when each of you fulfills these roles with a hard working and understanding attitude, you'll both feel fulfilled.

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Job interviews provide an important opportunity to discover if you and your new employer will be a good match before you leap into a new position.

Not only are they interviewing you, but also you're interviewing them! Will you be happy in their employ? Think about what information matters to you and find tactful ways to ask your interviewer what you need to know.

Is your job a source of stress and frustration? Do you dread each time the alarm sounds? Does your work fail to ignite passion in your heart?

Believe it or not, your employment can provide both the income you need and the fulfillment you crave!

Even if you've discovered your dream job, you're not immune from work stress from time to time, simply because everything in life doesn't always go perfectly according to plan.

Whether you're battling work stress every day or just once in a while, there are some effective techniques you can use to relieve it. Learning healthy ways to release your stress and even how to prevent a stressful reaction in the first place is critical to your health, success, and peace of mind.

Managing workplace gossip is important for organizations and for the employees who work there. Here are some important steps you can take as a team and as an individual to encourage communications that benefit your emotional health and career.

Learning to accept change at work is critical to being successful in your career. Dealing with alterations to your normal work procedures can be frustrating, unwanted, and even scary, but change can bring many positive elements to an active working environment.

What can you do to welcome change at your job with confidence and an adventuresome spirit?

These days, you may encounter many rejections during your job search. Take care of your personal well-being and keep your hunt on track by following these tips.

No matter where you work or what industry you happen to work in, there's a good chance you'll meet someone you can't stand working with. It's unfortunate; but true.

Maybe you want to star in a Hollywood movie or captain a charter boat on a Caribbean island. Meanwhile, you're spending your weeks sitting in a cubicle or chauffeuring your kids to soccer practice.

There's no need to envy those risk-takers who drop it all to start a sheep farm in Montana or tutor kids in South America. Plenty of adults juggle family and business responsibilities while they write their novel at night or complete their MBA online.

Whether you take the fast track or a slower route, you can live out your dreams.

In today's society, respect is often seen as an afterthought. With millions of college educated professionals treating the cast of "The Bad Girls' Club" and "Jersey Shore" as their role models, respect is often taken for granted or ignored as an important part of the way we live.

However, you can earn respect from the people you interact with every day. The actions you take do make a difference.

US job losses due to COVID-19 have reached their highest level since the Great Depression. With news like that, you might wonder if it’s foolish to even consider turning down a job offer.

However, it’s still a case-by-case decision. Sometimes it makes sense to settle for a position that seems less than ideal. Other times it’s worth holding out for a job you’ll really love.

How can you decide what to do when an employer presents you with something less than your dream job and they’re waiting for your answer? Try these tips for accepting or rejecting a job offer without derailing your career.

You’ve probably come across job openings that sound interesting, but you notice that you’re lacking some of the desired qualifications. Is it okay to apply anyway? In most cases, it’s worth taking a chance.

Of course, there are some exceptions, like when you have to be an attorney or know how to play the violin. Otherwise, it’s usually a matter of seeing if you can reframe your background to address the employer’s needs.

In fact, many employment advertisements are more like wish lists than precise formulas, so there is substantial room for flexibility.

Take a look at three of the most common situations where you may be able to make the case for why you’re a candidate worth considering.

Leaving a job gracefully enables you to protect your future career path and maintain good relationships with former colleagues. During your career, especially if you stay in the same industry, new jobs are often enhanced by good relationships with former bosses and co-workers. It's a small world - you never know who from your past you might meet again in your future.

The average worker changes jobs 10 times or more in a lifetime, so it's more important than ever to know how to make a peaceful departure.

Following these strategies as you plan a job change will ensure a smooth transition and keep your career on track.

If you're in the market for a new job, the quality of your resume can make all the difference. With careful planning and proper formatting, you can write a great resume that just may land you your dream job.

First impressions last a lifetime. When starting a new job, you want to ensure your first impression is a positive one.

Here are some tips for hitting it off with your new supervisor and colleagues and getting your workspace ready for business.