Before the advent of e-mail, social media, smart phones and nearly constant electronic interruptions, daily planning was a strategy that was used quite effectively in the business community. Not so … Continue reading Has Digital Distraction Replaced Daily Planning?
Most of us have drunk the kool-aid that says praise is motivational. I agree. To a point. I believe that SPECIFIC praise is motivational. There’s a difference. We’ve all … Continue reading General Praise Doesn’t Work…
Business is business. When things don’t work out, don’t see it as a direct assault on you. If you don’t get chosen for a project… If you are missed on … Continue reading Want to Stall Your Career? Take Things Personally
“Were there none who were discontented with what they have, the world would never reach for anything better.” -Florence Nightingale
Watch what you drink. This could be the single most important tip about office party survival. There is a reason that alcohol is referred to as “liquid courage.” Alcohol can … Continue reading Holiday Party Survival: Watch the Alcohol!
“Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life.” -Steve Jobs
I think we all know that just one bad apple is all it takes to infect the entire department and demoralize everybody. We’ve seen it happen, one too many times. … Continue reading Who’s the Bad Apple? Not you!
It’s not about what you say, it is about what you do, and who sees you doing it. –Marsha Egan Do you agree?
One of the best ways to sell yourself is to let your work do it for you. I have talked a lot about having an Excellence Mindset as a way … Continue reading How to Sell Yourself without Selling Yourself Out #10 – How Has Your Work Helped?
Every strike brings me closer to the next home run. – Babe Ruth
When people are trying to decide who to work with, who to buy from, or who to join in some volunteer effort, they look at a person’s “approachability.” How approachable … Continue reading How to Sell Yourself without Selling Yourself Out #9 – Approachability!
