INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Most of us intuitively understand the importance of remaining calm in the face of adversity. Emotions are likely already … [Read more...]
Issue #167: Getting People to Change, Six Words for Personal Transformation, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Few things are harder in the world of work (and maybe, in life) than getting people to change in the way you need them to. In … [Read more...]
Issue #154: On the Difference Between Motivation and Inspiration, Creating a Personal Growth Cycle, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Ever consider the difference between motivation and inspiration? It’s worth thinking about, especially as a leader. Motivation … [Read more...]
Issue #146: A Special Issue: How to Become Mentally Stronger
I’m excited to announce the launch of my new book, The Mentally Strong Leader (coming May 7th)! In this week’s special issue, we’ll focus on one important … [Read more...]
Issue #29: On Doing Your Best Work, Raising EQ in Adversity, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) What if you truly believed that your best work is still ahead of you? It would alter how you think and act. It’d be easier to … [Read more...]
I Took This Emotional Intelligence Test – Here’s What I Learned About EQ (And What You Can Too)
Emotional intelligence as a leadership skill is only growing in importance. Here's how to grow yours.
We’ve now all heard enough about emotional intelligence that we know it must be part of our repertoire as a leader, co-worker, parent, and friend. But emotional … [Read more...]
The 100 Billionaire Club Just Got Its Third Member, Joining Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates. He Credits 1 Thing for His Success
The world's third-richest man has earned and learned a lot in his lifetime
The world just welcomed its third person with a $100 billion net worth. Bloomberg reported that chairman and CEO of the world's largest luxury company LVMH, Bernard … [Read more...]
Google Can Spot Its Highest-Empathy Leaders In 5 Minutes With These 16 Questions
The search giant doesn't have to search hard for high-empathy leaders when armed with these questions.
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...]
This 30-Year Study Shows Children Who Don’t Learn to Focus May Make Less Money as an Adult
It's a trait you can help them develop--in three powerful ways
That old saying that the teacher knows best may be even truer than you thought. A fascinating study from the University of Montreal published June 19, 2019 in the medical … [Read more...]
7 Questions to Ask Yourself to Become a Better Leader
When is the last time you assessed your leadership skills?
Any truly great leader will tell you that leadership involves the head and the heart. You can be the smartest person in the room every time, but if you don't know how to … [Read more...]