Google has perfected the use of data to help illuminate people dynamics. It tried to prove managers don't matter and instead found 10 traits of the very best ones. It … [Read more...]
Want to Power Up Your Productivity? Neuroscience Says Leverage the ‘Coffee Shop Effect’
Something counterintuitive perks up your productivity at the local coffee shop (and it's not the java).
It's long been suspected that sneaking out of the office (or even home office) for a half day of work at the local coffee shop is great for productivity. The coffee jolt, … [Read more...]
This Is What People Think of You When You Wear Headphones at Work (According to an 800-Person Study)
So many use headphones at work, so few know what it says about them.
Plenty of us engage in the habit of listening to music (or podcasts or the news, etc.) at work for a variety of reasons (especially for productivity). In fact, a … [Read more...]
These 5 Words Are What Separates Super Successful People From Those Who Get Stuck
It's the discerning factor--the difference between success and stagnation
I've always been pretty darn good at spotting people who were going to be big successes and those that were going to struggle. This skill helped me be a good … [Read more...]
A 5-Year Study Says Those Who Develop This 1 Trait Get Better, Productivity Enhancing Sleep
Develop this trait by doing these five things and better sleep won't be just a dream.
We all know the importance of getting a good night's sleep. Set aside all the health-type bonuses for doing so, just the productivity gains and related career … [Read more...]
The 6 Most Passive-Aggressive Email Phrases You Use Without Thinking, According to a Recent Study
An ounce of prevention will keep you from sending the wrong message when you hit 'Send.'
Ahh, the art of the email. I've always found it to be a terrible medium for communicating--so much can be misconstrued from an unintentionally curt sentence, a … [Read more...]
Doing This 1 Simple Thing In the Face of Criticism Gives Your Self-Confidence a Tremendous Boost
Some powerful self-help for boosting your self-confidence
Having been a manager of others for 30 years, I'm hard pressed to think of anything more debilitating for an employee than when they beat themselves … [Read more...]
4 Powerful Habits of the Most Mentally Strong, Successful People
Building these habits doesn't take brute strength--just attention to your intention
Success is no cakewalk. It takes every ounce of perseverance and strength you've got. That includes mental strength. And some people seem to have an advantage here, … [Read more...]
Want to Get the Most Out of Every Meeting? Ask This 5-Word Question Before You Leave the Room
Meetings leave much to be desired--you'll want to use this phrase to help change that.
I'm convinced that two things will be the death of us all. Number one: death. Number two: meetings. There's an overwhelming amount of data on how meetings are not only not … [Read more...]
A 50-Year Study Says These Are 2 of the Most Non-Negotiable Traits a Successful Leader Must Have
These are two traits for success anyone can develop--but not everyone does.
When it comes to discerning the behaviors and traits of the most successful people, there is no shortage of information available on the topic. And part of being a great … [Read more...]
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