We're often drawn to people we share common values with. When you have leaders of the accomplishment level and stature of Bill Gates and Warren Buffett, you have to pay particular … [Read more...]
Want to Be a Beloved Leader to Your Employees? Develop These 5 Habits
Practicing these five powerful tenets of leadership will make you unforgettable to employees and irreplaceable to employers
The thing I wanted more than anything “growing up” as a leader was to be unforgettable to employees–for my impact on their performance, growth, happiness, and life. Did I … [Read more...]
These are the 5 Best Ways to Invest In Yourself and Foster Happiness
True joy requires going beyond the surface to fish the depths of what brings lasting happiness.
We’ve all read about the need to take time for taking care of your health, eating right, and getting enough sleep. And the “S” on Superman’s chest stands for Superman. … [Read more...]
This is What Happens When You Don’t Embrace These 5 Values as a Leader
You know the value of values in leadership (and life). But are you aware what happens when you don't live up to some of the most important ones?
Much has been written about the importance of values at the company and individual level. Organizations that clearly define and support their values are proven to … [Read more...]
The 5 Keys to Finding the Right Mentor
You've heard plenty about the power of mentors, but lasering in on and landing the right one can be tricky. Here's how.
Bill Gates has his Warren Buffett. Luke Skywalker has his Yoda. Kanye West has his, uh, Kanye West. You’ve read or heard much on the power and importance of mentors. … [Read more...]
Learning to Lead Yourself First is the Real Secret to Great Leadership
If you want to climb the ladder as a leader, you can't miss the first rung--learning how to lead yourself. Two Indiana University experts show how.
Everyone and their mother has their secret to leadership and there’s no shortage of articles on leadership lessons extracted from virtually … [Read more...]
A 27-Year Study Says 1 Thing Is Key to Happiness and Longevity in Work and Life
It all comes from one thing that you can spark with eight questions to yourself.
Here's a news flash: In today's world, work and life are intertwined beyond separability. We'd love to work longer, more productively, with more passion, and live that … [Read more...]
A Wendy’s Manager Sent This Shocking Apology Email to an Irate Customer (It Does Way More Harm Than Good)
Actually, honestly is not always the best policy.
We've all experienced poor customer service. My wife and I lament all the time that customer service seems to be declining fast everywhere we turn--but somehow not … [Read more...]
Avoid the Number One Regret of the Dying to Live a More Fulfilled Life
Palliative nurse Bronnie Ware has captured hundreds of regrets from terminally ill patients, none greater than this one.
Regrets. They are the great common denominator–no matter race, color, creed–they’re the one thing we universally try to avoid with the time we’re given. The pursuit … [Read more...]
If Your Boss Does These 5 Things, It’s Time to Quit, According to Science
You've got to know when it's time to go
There's an old adage that says people don't quit their jobs, they quit their boss (i.e. a bad boss drives them out, not the work itself). So how do you know … [Read more...]
