So I am sneaking this post in during a little vaca with the kids. When you are in the midst of kickin-butt on a job, or in a job-search, things can get very consuming very quickly. You might not even realize when you are not at your peak performance. Remember to force yourself to take some downtime in whatever form suits you best. For me, its hangin' out with the kids. Maybe that works for you, or maybe its golf, video games, hiking - whatever. Point is, mini-vacations - or staycations- aren't just an escape from your worklife, they just might be key to success in your worklife by making sure your 'batteries' are kept charged!