Is there anything more transparent then when someone's not being transparent? Despite reality TV, we're actually a pretty smart species. So why do we think we can get … [Read more...]
‘Shark Tank’ Took a Bite Out of This Founder, but He Swims On (and You Should Too)
The founder of #besomebody took his mauling on the show as just another day in the ocean of entrepreneurship. Here's what you can learn from the resilient Kash Shaikh
The Sharks on ABC's 'Shark Tank' were in a feeding frenzy, and Kash Shaikh was wearing chum underwear. At least in the eight minutes viewers saw. (Shaikh was actually … [Read more...]
Virginia’s Redeeming NCAA Championship Win Was Fueled By This 1 Brilliant Sentence From Coach Tony Bennett
From ruin to redemption: a lesson for the ages in overcoming heartbreaks and setbacks
In retrospect, it's the only way it could have--should have--ended. Last night the Virginia Cavaliers beat the Texas Tech Red Raiders in overtime for the NCAA College … [Read more...]
Don’t Make Life Harder By Resisting Change. Use 3 Simple Steps to Conquer It
At work (and in life), to succeed requires the ability to thrive in the face of change--that will never change.
To maximize success at work and in life requires mastering your reaction to the impediments that most commonly pop up and having a system for quickly putting … [Read more...]
Warren Buffett’s Little Known ‘Noah Rule’ Is the Key to Surviving Adversity
The Oracle of Omaha admits there was a time when he saw the future, but it wasn't enough.
I was recently in Florida talking to an audience member after a keynote I gave on flourishing in change. She said the keynote was timely because her company … [Read more...]
These Are the 5 Traits of Great Leaders, According to 50 Years of Gallup Research
Develop these skills and you'll be a once-in-a-career leader to others
For those seeking to build their leadership skills there's no shortage of places to turn for leadership advice or elements of leadership to work on. It can … [Read more...]
Why You Must Accept the Harsh Truth That Nobody Cares and You Need to Work Harder
Nobody said you have to like it, but acknowledging it is a necessity
One of the biggest tests of leadership is how you act in times of setbacks and adversity. Some of us beam, some buckle (but hold), others break. What makes tough … [Read more...]
The Keys to Living a Resilient Life Were Revealed in This Remarkable 32-Year Study
698 people born on a Hawaiian island were studied from childhood through adulthood for resiliency. The findings are remarkable.
Tips on increasing your willingness to try new things, advice on overcoming a fear of failure, and inspiring stories/guidance for persevering combine to form … [Read more...]
This 1 Thing is Absolutely Critical for Achieving Your Goals, According to Psychology
We all need a little help when it comes to achieving our goals--so avoid this self-defeating tendency.
Breaking news–persevering in the face of adversity is hard. I mean like trying to get the drawstring back out of the hole in your sweatpants hard. There’s a … [Read more...]
13 Career Lessons Leaders Wished They’d Learned Sooner
Time + distance = perspective. Here's powerful perspective from leaders looking back on an oft-asked career question.
With graduation season upon us, I thought I’d answer the most common question I get from young executives after keynotes I give (other than “Do you give … [Read more...]
