Career Advice Archives

“AI-Proof” Your Career With a Vending Machine Business

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past two years or so, you’ve heard about artificial intelligence (AI). You may also have heard about AI taking over jobs in various sectors. If you’re looking for an “AI-proof” career, you’re in luck – the vending machine industry is a great choice. Here’s why: It’s Unaffected by Automation The vending machine industry remains inherently “AI-proof” due to its simplicity and efficiency. Unlike jobs that can be automated, the nature of managing vending machines requires a personal touch. Owner-operators play a vital role in selecting prime locations, negotiating placements, and ensuring … Continue reading ““AI-Proof” Your Career With a Vending Machine Business”

Find Your Why With Naturals2Go: Changing Careers

Ready for a career change? You’re not alone. Many people hit a point in their careers where they’re ready to do something different. This is another reason why embarking on an entrepreneurial journey with Naturals2Go is such a good fit – it provides the perfect opportunity to change your career and tackle an exciting new challenge. The Desire for Career Change “I’ve been selling security systems for the business for about 30 years… I’m ready for something else.” Many individuals reach a point in their professional lives where they yearn for something different. They seek autonomy, the freedom to make … Continue reading “Find Your Why With Naturals2Go: Changing Careers”

Assessing and Setting Your Life Goals

When the pandemic pushed the pause button on the corporate grind for many of us, it let us re-evaluate things. And that profoundly changed the way we view our work lives and personal lives – and the ways they intersect. Some of us realized we weren’t in the right career. Some realized they were prioritizing work over family, or suffering through a toxic work culture when they didn’t have to. All of this change has a big impact on your personal goals and what you want to achieve out of your career and life. Assess your current life goals. Let’s … Continue reading “Assessing and Setting Your Life Goals”

How the Pandemic Reprioritized Mental Health in the Workplace

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a lot of long-lasting effects on our lives and society at large, including in the workplace. And strange as it may sound, not all of them were bad. One silver lining of the pandemic is that it cast a new light on the importance of mental health in the workplace. Today, companies who are acknowledging the importance of mental health to employees are succeeding – and those that aren’t are falling behind. Why the renewed focus on mental health? When the pandemic hit, it cast a shadow of uncertainty over the world. At the same … Continue reading “How the Pandemic Reprioritized Mental Health in the Workplace”

Career Advice I Would Give My Younger Self

In business and in life, with age comes experience and wisdom. For all of us, there are probably lessons we would like to pass down – to our younger selves if it were possible! Here are a few pieces of career advice most people would probably like to give to their younger selves: Trust Your Gut That gut instinct you have when it comes to a career opportunity, or a bad fit, or a toxic boss? You should trust it. Your gut instinct is a very real indicator of whether something is positive or negative for you. Don’t force yourself … Continue reading “Career Advice I Would Give My Younger Self”

Is it Time for a Career Change? Here’s How to Make the Switch

As the world deals with a frightening pandemic and the resulting economic hardship, the last thing on many people’s minds is a career change. But make no mistake: right now may be the perfect time to make a switch in your professional life, and it might be downright necessary. Let’s take a closer look at making a career change and how to see it through until things get a bit more stable. Is It Time to Change? First, decide whether right now is the time to make a career change or stick with what you have. Ask yourself: are you … Continue reading “Is it Time for a Career Change? Here’s How to Make the Switch”

Is a Career Change for You?

Considering a career change is one of the most daunting things a professional can face. Getting comfortable in a new industry, learning new skills, completely upending your financial structure in some cases… it’s not something to be taken lightly! You’ll want to weigh the pros and cons before making any final decisions. Here are a few tips to help you decide if a career change is right for you. Research YOUR NEW FIELD It may sound obvious, but you must do your research on the new field that you’re considering. Sometimes, a full-fledged career change isn’t even necessary — … Continue reading “Is a Career Change for You?”

Tips to Achieve Your Career Goals in 2020

It’s a New Year and a new decade — the perfect time to achieve your dream of becoming a successful entrepreneur. Whether your career goals are lofty, long-term aims, or more short-term achievements, you can follow a few simple tips to make sure that you reach the end that you’re looking for. Challenge Yourself As an entrepreneur, you thrive on challenges. So make sure that you don’t become complacent with what you’re doing. Staying on your toes with challenges is your way of maintaining your grit and tenacity — that’s the lifeblood of an entrepreneur. Plus, solving problems regularly … Continue reading “Tips to Achieve Your Career Goals in 2020”

Do You Know All the Tax Benefits of Owning Your Own Small Business? Get Started Today!

There are quite a few perks to owning your own business – like being your boss and flexible work hours. But did you know that there are some benefits when it comes to taxes too? If owning your own business is a new venture for you, taxes can be intimidating, but cheer up as you do your taxes (or hire a pro to do those) as you recall these tax benefits. 5 Tax Benefits of Owning Your Own Small Business Home Office Upgrades When you’re running your own small business, you may be working at your own house before having … Continue reading “Do You Know All the Tax Benefits of Owning Your Own Small Business? Get Started Today!”