Warren Buffett is like that old EF Hutton commercial (and I’m dating myself here)–when he talks, people listen. And they listen because he talks and writes quite … [Read more...]
Envy Can Either Motivate Success or Drive Unspeakably Toxic Behavior. Here’s the Difference, According to a Harvard Psychologist
Many things can inspire those seeking success.
There's a fine line between envy serving as a major motivator towards success, and it motivating us to do terrible things to peers, co-workers, or even … [Read more...]
The Highest Paid Person In the Meeting Is the Most Dangerous Voice, According to Wharton’s Adam Grant
The person with the biggest salary can crush diversity of thought and more if not careful.
I've seen it happen often enough. A senior leader is present and no one says much until the senior leader does. People then fall over themselves to comment, … [Read more...]
7 Habits to Create Multiple Streams of Income and Financial Independence
Monetizing your expertise in many ways is more than doable with a little discipline
Many dream of leaving corporate life to become an entrepreneur. The call for independence, both from "The Man" and financially, is strong. For those wanting to hang up a … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Develop Sharp Business Judgment
Good judgment is a powerhouse skill to have in business (and in life).
The best kinds of organizations to be a part of are winning organizations, ones that consistently meet or exceed lofty goals and have a confidence about them driven … [Read more...]
9 Ways to Quickly Improve a Toxic Workplace Culture
Though you can't change a workplace entirely by yourself, these much-needed actions go a long way
Toxic workplaces are never just about the collection of toxic individuals exhibiting egregious behavior. They're about cultures gone askew, unproductive or … [Read more...]
7 Questions Every Leader Should Be Able to Answer for the New Employee
This is a great test for how clear the 10,000-foot view is
Leaders are tasked with setting the vision and drumbeat of the organization, fostering the kind of positive culture they intend, posting meaningful goals, and … [Read more...]
These 7 Factors Determine How Good of a Boss Your Employees Think You Are, According to Recent Research
How do you rate on these discerning questions?
Any manager prefers not to be hated by their team, wanting to be at least respected (if not appreciated and admired). But with all the things to focus on as a boss, … [Read more...]
Highly Likable People Avoid These 12 Behaviors
Be great to work with, not grating
Succeeding in business is hard, why make it harder with even occasional repugnant behavior? Time and again over my 30 year career I've seen that likable people who … [Read more...]
Science Says Do This If You Want People to Think You’re Trustworthy Seconds After Meeting You
Think of this as a cheat code for portraying trustworthiness (it's not as ironic as it sounds).
It’s not impossible to overcome a bad first impression. In fact, research shows us how. But why would you put yourself behind the eight ball if you don’t have to? Especially when … [Read more...]
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