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...]
The 6 Best Techniques for Communicating Clearly and Persuasively, According to a Speechwriter for Top CEOs
Words matter. This advice will make yours matter more
There's no one in business who can't benefit from being skilled at communicating clearly, crisply, and in a compelling fashion. Whether you're giving a keynote to … [Read more...]
Bill Gates Accidentally Learned the Key to Public Speaking By Giving a Talk to Warren Buffett And Friends
The Microsoft founder and ex-CEO wasn't a confident public speaker. Until he gave a certain speech.
Netflix just started airing a documentary on the king of Microsoft, Bill Gates. But some of the story hit the cutting room floor, and Mr. Gates wasn't … [Read more...]
7 Common Mistakes Good Leaders Make That Cause Great People to Leave
Even the best leaders can fall for these easy to miss traps that cause unwanted turnover
Any leader worth his or her salt has a pretty good feel for toxic behaviors to avoid that can lead to an undesired culture at work. And they know feeding … [Read more...]
If Employees Describe You in Any of These 5 Ways, It’s Time to Rethink How You Lead
It's not great to label anyone, but it's even worse to have your leadership labeled negatively
As a leader, you can't obsess over what people think of and say about you. You'd be incapacitated from doing your job if that were the case. But there's something to be … [Read more...]
6 Unexpected Habits of the Most Confident People
Be confident that this dose of non-obvious, science-backed advice will help boost your confidence.
Here's something you know. Being self-confident improves odds of success, whether you're a leader wanting to lead confidently, an entrepreneur, or someone just trying to … [Read more...]
This 2-Minute Mental Habit Can Help You Rebound From a Tough Day at Work
No one said work was easy, but it doesn't have to feel so punishing either
Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, small business owner, or any and all of the above, some days bring you to your knees. Resilience is often required after the … [Read more...]
LinkedIn Founder Reid Hoffman Says Leaders Must Set a Drumbeat for Their Organizations. Here’s How to Do Just That
These are the five cadences leaders should set for their organization
One of the most important jobs of a leader is to set the vision and strategy, and to provide a path for others to follow. But there's a not-so-obvious role the … [Read more...]
Phil Mickelson Just Silenced Critics With a Pointed Tweet. Here’s Why His Approach Was So Smart
With just two sentences, the golf superstar handles critics in sage fashion
Any leader, entrepreneur, or anyone in business has to deal with criticism --it's part of the deal. But no one said it's easy, so when high-profile people … [Read more...]
60-Second Habits for Quick Bursts of Personal Growth
Six not-so-obvious but oh-so-quick ways of amping up personal growth
Anyone working in a business big or small can benefit from one universally powerful thing: personal growth. Entrepreneurs are some of the hungriest for it because there's so … [Read more...]
