How can you spot a leader? Is it because their name-tag or parking spot displays “Manager?” Are they the founder of a startup company? An administrator? Politician? Or the head coach to a

In the worst moments, it can feel like you’re on your own. You can feel overwhelmed by the distance between where you are now and where you want to go. Pause for

“She’s as cold as ice.” “He doesn’t delegate tasks well.” “She only cares about short-term goals.” “He isn’t very people-oriented.” “She doesn’t trust us to do our jobs.” “He

Almost every company has a mission statement, inspirational quote, or paragraph in its employee handbook that says something along the lines of talent and that its employees are their greatest asset. Except how

Typical neighbor encounters occur in this order: smile, say hello or wave, and keep walking. Although it might feel uncomfortable to break the cycle, getting to know your neighbors on a personal level

A good company culture doesn’t happen by accident, it takes people who care. The term “company culture” is widely used, but often misunderstood. To many, culture is the soft stuff of a

After being told that you’ve been approved for an apartment, you’re sure to feel a lot of emotions. Whether or not this is your first time moving out, or if you

Words of affirmation are the primary way employees like to be shown appreciate in the workplace. How one communicates with their employees can either make them feel valued or disposable. According to a

Challenges are good. They appear to make us better. Now, that’s a pretty well conceived idea before the challenge(s) arrives. When challenges do arrive, they tend to make us feel intimidated.

Loving your apartment but want to save on rent or upgrade to a bigger unit? Teaming up with a roommate makes it easy! Whether this is your first time moving or not, you

Without trying, without taking that first step, life is filled with a lot of what ifs. If you don’t go after what you want, you’ll never have it. If you don’

At an early age, we acclaim what we want to be when we get older. Typically, these ideas are geared around types of professions like, “I’m going to be a police officer”

Organizations typically praise the last person to leave the office, those who work over the weekends and holidays. Sure, work requires great effort and long hours, but rest and relaxation are just as

Coming soon in the heart of Forest Lake, nestled between the bustle of the city and the quaint Hardwood Creek Trail, will be a smart apartment community. We live in a world increasingly

What’s become a well-worn phrase is “follow your passion.” Something that is easier said than done. For some people, inspiration comes easy. It appears as if inspiration strikes them and suddenly, they

In addition to the obvious moving basics like acquiring boxes, gathering packing supplies, renting a truck, or asking for help from friends and family, you’ll want to notifying the right people about

When you interview for a job and find out you didn’t get it, it’s not the end of your story. As difficult as it may be, it’s important not to

At one point in time, almost all of us have faced some sort of rejection. Whether it was from a school, a company, family, friends, coworkers, or a promotion that you didn’t

When you first move in, everything is a blank canvas. It can be sort of exciting figuring out what to hang on the walls and where to arrange the furniture. If your apartment

A good leader knows when to talk and when to listen; They are effective communicators. On that same note, leaders are self-disciplined. Similar to emotional intelligence, leaders understand and manage their emotions. They

Organizations desire employers and employees who are loyal. When employers and employees are loyal to one another, employee satisfaction, productivity, and company profitability increases. In the workplace, there are those who foster trust

It's amazing how many people believe that once they attain a certain title or level of leadership, that automatically people will respect and listen to them. Leadership and influence aren’t necessarily a

When you think of a place that fosters creativity, do you think of a workplace? Maybe what came to mind was a classroom, a theater, or a museum. Places that endorse individuality. What

It can be hard to keep your apartment clean sometimes. After all, a home is to look lived in. But, did you know that there are some benefits to keeping your home nice

Other than being underpaid or overworked, employees tend to leave organizations because they feel undervalued or unappreciated. Two of the most basic human desires, to feel valued and appreciated, are not necessarily being