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15 Nighttime Self-Care Strategies To Get Prepared For A Busy Tomorrow

sleep, sleep routine, self care

Sleep is central to self-care, time management and productivity. I was happy to be quoted in this article for the Forbes Coaches Council: Everyone has a long day at work occasionally that leaves us stressed, exhausted, and needing a break from the daily grind. Unfortunately, you can’t always take that break, especially when one long […]

Build Your Foundational Systems for Success

Foundations, business building

During the Pandemic, Debra Russell recommends working on your business. This means setting up your personal and business systems so that you are ready for growth. Will you be ready to take your business to the next level when the world comes off the Coronavirus pause?

What is Professional Development? And Why Do You Need It?

professional development

Why Invest in Professional Development for Yourself and Your Staff? Here’s the bottom line – the more you invest in yourself as a business owner, the stronger you will be as a business owner. Remember, Luck = Preparedness + Opportunity. The essence of business development IS becoming prepared.

The Ugly Truth About Time Management

time management, overwhelm, stress

  “Don’t say you don’t have enough time. You have exactly the same number of hours per day that were given to Helen Keller, Pasteur, Michelangelo, Mother Teresa, Leonardo da Vinci, Thomas Jefferson, and Albert Einstein.”– H. Jackson Brown If we all get the same amount of time, why is it that some people seem […]

The Power of Habits

Debra Russell explores Habits. What are they? Why do we struggle to change our habits and how do you change them?

Mia Wright Testimonial

Mia Wright, NBWA, NBA All Star Weekend

“I’m a firm believer in divine timing. Debra Russell was introduced to me through a colleague with the intention for her to possibly speak at one of the workshops I produce for the National Basketball Wives Association. When I connected with Debra, and began to understand why having a business coach is essential to elevate […]

14 Ways To Stay Productive At Work When You’re Dealing With A Personal Crisis

From the end of a relationship to the death of a loved one, difficult life events can often throw you for a loop and make you less productive at work. Hardships like this are simply inevitable. My answer is #10 – I hope you get value from it! Read more: https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2018/09/24/14-ways-to-stay-productive-at-work-when-youre-dealing-with-a-personal-crisis/

Effective Ways Employers Can Prevent Overworking Their Workforce

Burned-out employees are becoming the norm rather than the exception. According to a report by Harvard Business Review, psychological and physical problems of burned-out employees cost an estimated $125 to $190 billion a year in health care spending in the U.S. alone. My answer is #10 – I hope you get value from it! Read […]

How Workaholic Entrepreneurs Can Avoid Burnout: 15 Best Tips

As an entrepreneur, it is your job to make sure your business runs as smoothly and efficiently as possible. It can be addictive to throw yourself into the role and work day and night to make sure your business succeeds. You may have a strong drive or unstoppable motivation that powers you forward, but at […]