INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) It can be hard, really hard, to be resilient in the face of setbacks. Yet in a world with ever more adversity to face down, … [Read more...]
Issue #159: Special Edition – On the Power of Acting As If
We're excited to bring you a special edition, where we’re combining the usual INSIGHTS, IMPERFECTIONS, and IMPLEMENTATION sections into one topic, focused on two words. As … [Read more...]
Issue #158: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Sparking Creativity (a Lesson from Robin Williams), and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) I interviewed Hollywood producer Mark Teitelbaum, who had the privilege of working with comedy legend Robin Williams shortly before … [Read more...]
Issue #125: On When Great Things Happen, the Thing About Perfection, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) I’ve come to believe that great things happen when you stop asking for permission. From others, from the universe, from … [Read more...]
Issue #115: On Avoiding the Worst Kind of Regret, How to Stop Seeking Approval, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Few emotions sting like regret. There are two kinds. One more painful, but easier to avoid, than the other kind of regret. … [Read more...]
These 6 Words are the Key to a Good Relationship With Your Boss
It requires admitting something
Sometimes building a relationship with your boss is easy--you’re on the same wavelength, chemistry is there, you compliment each other well. Research shows that in at least 60 … [Read more...]
These 7 Thoughts Are Blocking You From Greater Success. Be Mentally Strong and Stop Them
No human being on the planet is immune from negative thoughts springing to mind
What often separates those who achieve success from those who don’t is what they do with those thoughts when they occur. I wanted to help you (and I) better navigate … [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...]