We've all worked for bosses that were quick to criticize and slow to praise. It doesn't feel good. On the other side, working for bosses that give out praise … [Read more...]
Want to Raise Kids to Be Super Successful Adults? Follow 1 Piece of Advice From the Mom of 2 CEOs and a Doctor
Take it from Esther Wojcicki, who has raised a power-brood, this will help your child succeed.
The quest to help our kids be successful is never ending, and can be exhausting. That's why it's important to pay attention to advice from the most qualified advice … [Read more...]
4 Powerful Ways To Foster Unexpected Success In Your Life
Surprise success boils down to one question and four methods
Experiencing success after envisioning it, planning for it, and tirelessly working towards it is hard to beat. The only thing that comes close is a different … [Read more...]
How to Nail Every Presentation, According to TED’s Top Speaking Coach
Start by thinking of your audience first, and then thoroughly engaging them with this powerful approach
You've likely already had to give an important presentation in your career. If not, you will, and if you have, there'll be more. So why not arm yourself to get it really … [Read more...]
Microsoft Leaders Are Asked to Showcase 3 Skills. Recent Psychology Research Says You Should Too
The tech giant now requires a specific mindset for approaching problems and recovering from setbacks
Since Satya Nadella took the role of CEO of Microsoft, the company has become focused on what's known as a growth mindset, which is based on the work of … [Read more...]
11 Toxic and Avoidable Reasons Your Best Employees Quit
Your all-star bench will soon be depleted if these are the plays running in the background
In many companies, losing great talent isn't hard, unfortunately. You probably know the typical reasons why valuable employees leave --a terrible boss, being … [Read more...]
4 Signs You Should Move On from that Goal, Idea, or Project
It can be hard to move on from a project, idea, or goal. Here's a simple process to help you decide if it's time.
A few years ago, I wrote about the science-backed key to achieving your goals–to resist the human tendency to throw in the towel too soon when we fail to achieve an interim … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Create Your Opportunities for Growth and Advancement
Use these prompts to propel
Growth and advancement opportunities happen for people in the right place, right time. Right? Wrong. Actually, good fortune comes to those who are fortunately good enough … [Read more...]
5 Mantras to Lift You Up When It Feels Like Your Company Is Tearing You Down
Far too many are working someplace that makes them feel like just a number, at best. These five doses of perspective will reignite your personal power.
As a writer, speaker and ex-corporate veteran I’ve had exposure to thousands of people slogging it out in the trenches of Company XYZ, trying to advance their projects, prospects, … [Read more...]
8 Powerful Ways to Lead From the Heart
When it comes to matters of the heart, don’t forget leadership. Here’s how to roll up your sleeves and wear your heart on them.
Ever experience this? Your working environment is heavy with strategy, plans, and activity (maybe too much activity, too few choices). Lots of analysis, plenty of goals, … [Read more...]
