INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) We’re taught to think of a leader as the one who has the bold vision, and who motivated those around him/her to accomplish that vision. … [Read more...]
Issue #76: On How the Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis Fuels Positivity, Handling Tough Times, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Did you know the words you choose to speak out loud actually influence the way you think and view the world? It’s what’s known … [Read more...]
This 1 Approach Will Fix Your Relationship with that Frustrating Co-worker
This approach will help you improve any relationship in life, too.
We’ve all experienced it: a certain co-worker is driving you nuts. Research shows that 85 percent of us have to deal with conflict in the workplace to some … [Read more...]
Issue #19: On the “Three Do Rule” for Great Results, the Importance of Downtime, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Did you know that the words you choose to speak out loud actually influence the way you think and view the world, and can help, or … [Read more...]
Issue # 16: On Why It’s So Dang Hard to Change, Keeping an Upbeat Mindset, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Why is it so dang hard to change? Neuroscientist Gabija Toleikyte explains it’s because of a war between two parts … [Read more...]
4 Powerful Ways to Set a Positive Tone for Your Organization
A little effort could go a long way here
OK, I’m just gonna say it. What we need more of, now more than ever, is POSITIVITY. At work. In life. There’s been a long run of reasons to turn a cold-shoulder to a sunny … [Read more...]
This Leading Indicator of High-Performers Will Surprise You
Gallup issued a report confirming a very surprising top performance predictor
Gallup issued their State of the American Workplace report, complete with its list of top predictors of engagement/performance/productivity. The list was populated with the usual … [Read more...]
10 Lessons from Last Year to Fuel a Brighter 2021
I hope my looking back helps you move forward
By now, you’ve read enough summaries of the unthinkable year that was 2020. In this, the opening week of content from The Blog for 2021, I wanted to focus on hope. And so, I share … [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...]
Want to Make the Praise You Give Employees Powerful? Ask Yourself These 4 Questions First
Giving praise to employees is the first step--here's how to do it right
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...]
