We all know that volunteering can be a positive career strategy. Let’s take it one step further. The more quickly you volunteer, the better. We’ve all been in meetings when … Continue reading Want to Get Ahead? Volunteer Quickly!
It is always dicey to have to feel like you need to give feedback or constructive criticism. This was an energized discussion that we had at last week’s Coaching at … Continue reading How to Give Caring Feedback
Here’s your Monday Motivator: Invest 10 minutes in learning something new. What I have in mind is to suggest that you listen to a TED talk. TED talks go no … Continue reading Monday Motivator: Invest 10 Minutes
Opinions differ, people disagree, conflict happens. I like seeing people resolve potentially flammable situations amicably. I like it when two people respect each other enough to work together on a … Continue reading The Best Way to Lose an Argument
Here’s your Monday Motivator: Throw at least 10 things out – TODAY! Clutter creates mind clutter. Whether you clean out a drawer, ditch old pencils, purge files, or take 10 … Continue reading Monday Motivator: Chuck It!
At last week’s Coaching at The Corner, we had a lively discussion about networking and how to make it less intimidating and more enjoyable. Yes. It can even be enjoyable! … Continue reading Seven Networking Tips for People Who Don’t LOVE Networking
Here’s your Monday Motivator: Lighten it UP!!! With a smile that is. Smiles are contageous. The next time you enter a room, or a meeting, or an elevator, or walk … Continue reading Lighten it up!
Why are so many people afraid to ask for help? Do they think they will appear weak? Actually, the reverse is true. Listen to this brief podcast to find out … Continue reading Asking for Help Actually Helps YOU!
So much of leadership and influence involves motivating people to do the things that are useful in achieving the results you want to see. While you may not think this … Continue reading How about a Good Catch?
Today’s “Monday Motivator” takes only five minutes. Here’s your challenge for the week: Make certain that you arrive for every meeting this week – 5 minutes EARLY. Or more. Arriving … Continue reading Five Minutes to Success!
Last week, we had a lively Coaching at The Corner discussion about things you can do to build even better business relationships. Unless you’re a hermit with no social interaction, … Continue reading 10 Strategies You Can Use to Build Relationships
