INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) A CEO of a major company once told me, "Winners exude a desire to win and willingness to put themselves out there to push through … [Read more...]
Issue #98: On the 4 Core Regrets, a Big Lesson Learned, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) The first quarter of this year, for whatever reason, I experienced a lull in our core business, in being hired to keynote. It’s the … [Read more...]
Issue #55: On the 3 “Ups” of Leadership, an Unexpected Form of Hope, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Talk to any well-respected, seasoned leader about what makes them so good in their role (and I have, hundreds and hundreds of … [Read more...]
These 5 Steps Will Create a Sense of Purpose for Your Team
It’s called “The Purpose Pyramid” – and it’s powerful
A team working with a strong sense of purpose is a force to be reckoned with. So how do you create it? With a tool called “The Purpose Pyramid,” one that I share in my (#1 … [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...]
Stop Doing These 9 Things if You Don’t Want to Come Across as Insecure
Job security is evasive enough--why would you chase away goodwill with insecurity? Here's how to avoid it.
Researchers at the University of Melbourne are one of many groups to have proven a very direct link between self-confidence and success. So why on earth … [Read more...]
Try Making Someone Else’s Day. This 1 Sentence Will Show You How
Be a force of positivity and growth for your employees with 1 powerful sentence and 13 tips.
We might not realize it, but our self-esteem and self-confidence are under assault every single day. I recently conducted research that revealed a shocking 93 percent … [Read more...]
5 Ways You’re Contributing to a Toxic Culture Without Realizing It
Even the best of us can contribute to a worsening of culture (but we don't have to).
Toxic cultures have had a high profile of late, whether it's the Dallas Mavericks or the Los Angeles Lakers. Given this, it's easy to fall into a "I'm glad it's them … [Read more...]
Want to Raise Successful Kids? Focus on Kindness Instead, Says Wharton Psychologist Adam Grant
The Wharton star and his co-author wife, Allison Sweet Grant, bring truth
There's no shortage of advice for raising successful children. But in trying to play the right role for our kids to help ensure their success, are we creating … [Read more...]
As Offices Re-Open It’s Time to Rekindle Camaraderie. Science Shows You 8 Ways How
We're all stretched too thin, so how about some depth? Build camaraderie and build a longer, richer life.
Call it the Great Camaraderie Conundrum. Before COVID-19 hit, research indicated that 80 percent of us were spending more time with co-workers than family. At some point, that will … [Read more...]
