How to Create Positive Rapport and Respect at Work
So, you want to be respected at work. Who doesn’t? And wait, you also want to be liked? Some people might say that’s asking a lot.
9 Reasons Why Being A Leader Is Worth The Headache
I have a confession to make. I write about leadership and I conduct training on leadership, but sometimes I wonder why anyone would want to be a leader.
There are so many hassles and difficulties that come your way. Day after day, problem after problem. It can seem a lot easier to let someone else deal with the headaches.
But then I remember there are some magnificent things about being a leader. Here’s my short list:
How to Overcome Obstacles that Stop New Leaders
It is a scary thrill to be promoted to the position of manager.
New leaders should be proud – their combination of skill and savvy has paid off. However, first time managers are usually a little nervous too, because they know obstacles are coming.
How To Get Un-Lost
Getting lost is a kick in the pants that tells you it’s time to change. Or not.
Prepare for the Worst, Hope for the Best
Every race means a new goal and a new challenge. I’m not always ready for them.
I have been training to run a 5k for the past few months. I set a pretty aggressive goal time for myself, and I prepped like crazy to hit it. Unfortunately, as the race got closer I saw my hopes of achieving my goal slipping away. My times were improving incrementally, but I wasn’t nearly fast enough.
10 Signs of an Absolutely Terrible Boss
Is your boss driving you up the wall? Are you amazed that your manager was ever promoted to a position of responsibility?
Here are 10 signs that you might have a terrible boss.
Leadership 101
Courage + Empathy + Confidence = Leadership.
A quick formula for effective leadership. It’s not that complicated.
The First Rule of Business Communication
Poor communication has gotten me into trouble way too many times. Today I was thinking about an incident that happened back in high school. It was a small situation that taught me a big lesson. One I still use today.
Thoughts on Tom Petty, Thelonious Monk and the Genius of Being Yourself
About one week ago, rock legend Tom Petty died. Like a lot of people, I have enjoyed his music for years, and his death really struck me.
And ever since, I’ve been thinking about him and the lessons I can take from his life and career.
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