INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) If you search skills you’ll need to build in the coming decade, you’ll undoubtedly find that communication, strategic thinking, … [Read more...]
Jeff Bezos Posted His First Amazon Job Ad 25 Years Ago. 1 Telling Sentence Within Foreshadowed the Future
The very first Amazon job posting is telling in so many ways
Thursday, August 22 marked the 25th anniversary of the very first job opening Jeff Bezos ever posted. In his wildest dreams, he, nor anyone else, could … [Read more...]
This Is Why You Fear Change, and What to Do About It (According to Science)
An escalating amount of research indicates that change is tough on us. De-escalate the issue with the 4C's of Change.
Overcoming a fear of change can be as difficult as overcoming a fear of failure. I mean like untangling-your-earbuds-when-you’re-in-a-hurry difficult. But if change … [Read more...]
These 5 Killer Questions Can Help Set Goals People Will Actually Care About
As leaders we can set goals that fall flat, getting compliance but not commitment. Here’s how to encourage the latter.
When I was a young employee, I remember a discussion with a former boss about our business goals. I asked for clarity on what they were. He told me they were to … [Read more...]
Science Gives 9 Signs That Prove You’re More Intelligent Than You Think You Are
Intelligence reveals itself in many ways--be smart enough to recognize the variations
You can throw a stone in any direction and hit someone who is over-confident and thinks they're smarter than they really are. But even more common are people who … [Read more...]
A New Tool From LinkedIn Increases Your Chances of Getting That Next Job By a Whopping 30%
A new and interesting tool from LinkedIn that might make a big difference in your job search
When you finally commit to the idea of finding a new job, it can be daunting. The thought of leaving the past behind and entering the unknown, all the work involved … [Read more...]
Want to Look More Intelligent Without Being Superficial? Science Says Do These 7 Things
These seven tips will boost your perceived intelligence without sacrificing your dignity
Much has been written of late (including by me) on the importance of emotional intelligence. But don't forget the role that plain old intelligence plays in your success too, … [Read more...]