If I were to ask you when you last reached out to someone via text, tweet, email or Facebook, you probably wouldn't have to think long. We live in an age of instant communication—but while technology rocks, sometimes it just isn’t enough. If you want to send someone the message ...
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How to Deliver an Unforgettable “Thank You”
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Why Personal or Organizational Change Is Often So Hard
It's interesting to me that both "companies" and individuals talk about wanting things to change in some way, then turn around and resist that change--without even knowing it.
For things to change for the better (for a company or for you) there are four keys:
- We have to take ...
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Free Agent!
Are you a temporary or a permanent employee? Most of us, if asked, would proudly say, “My position isn’t a temp job—I am a permanent, full-time employee.” Fair enough--but what if I told you the question I posed is actually a trick question--but asked with the best of intentions!
The truth ...
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Happiness-Why Wait Until Everything is Just Right?
Happiness isn't about everything being "right" in our lives--it's about embracing what is while going for what can be.
No one that I know of has the perfect life. Some have more of what they want than others when it comes to health, connection with others, work that is fulfilling ...
Imposter Alert! You’re Smart and Successful…So Why Don’t You Feel Like It?
Are you an imposter?
Okay, let me clarify—despite being smart, talented and accomplished, do you often feel as though you aren't? Do you find yourself thinking, “I know I’m all that, but I don’t feel like I’m all that”? If you are nodding your head in agreement, you are not ...
Why You Don’t Deserve A Raise…Yet
Perhaps you've bought into the myth that if you work really hard, work well with others, put in a few extra hours, do above average work, or get another degree, you'll have earned a raise. Don’t be too hard on yourself—millions believe the same story. In order to earn a ...
Mindset: Reaching the Destination you Want
As you look back over 2011, what thoughts, images and feelings come up for you? Are you feeling good and congratulating yourself? If not why not?
Someone might answer with "Because this year hasn't gone so well for me. What I hoped for in the beginning hasn't happened, so I'm ...
Passion And Teamwork In A Crazy High Stress Work Environment
If you want to know what passion and teamwork in the workplace looks and feels like, read on. And if you've always wanted to know what it's like in a major children's hospital intensive care unit, you're going to love this.
I have a guest blogger today. The writer is ...
Published in Career Success, Mastering Stress & Overwhelm
How To Influence And Lead At Work: Getting What You Want
Our careers are important for many reasons. We spend a great deal of our life at work and it represents an investment of our talents, passions and desires to make a contribution. If you are like most people, you want to do work that is meaningful and that allows you ...
Career Success: What Women (And Men) Need To Know
Harvard Business Review Research Report recently highlighted what is called "The Sponsor Effect" and it reveals why many women are finding it hard to climb the corporate ladder.
For instance, one key finding states women underestimate the need and value of having a "sponsor" at work for obtaining promotions, ...
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