When was the last time something disappointed you? It may have been a friend who didn’t come through for you as predicted, a product that didn’t function as advertised, or a contractor who didn’t deliver as promised. You may have shaken your head thinking, What’s wrong with people? Or, the consequences may have been so… [Read More]
Beware: Bad News Travels Fast
Bad news travels fast. And yet, most negative chatter about you or your organization isn’t a result of external events outside of your control; it stems from lapses in judgement that could have been prevented. Negative comments are detrimental to your reputation. And once bad news spreads, it’s difficult — if not impossible — to… [Read More]
How to Gain the Ultimate Advantage in Life
What price does a leader pay for not having the trust and respect of his or her constituents? What does an employee lose by having a careless and unreliable reputation? And, what’s the downside of being a friend who’s known as a taker? The fact is that moral character can provide a significant advantage in… [Read More]
Good Friendships Are Priceless
Use Your Brains
We live in an age of abundant information. You can search websites, read books and blogs, listen to podcasts, and examine research to become knowledgeable about almost every subject. But just because you get an answer doesn’t mean it’s accurate. As Richard Dawkins, the British author, said, “By all means let’s be open-minded, but not… [Read More]
Some People Have No Shame
There are moments when you’re not at your best. You may be going through a tough time or having a bad day. I get it. But how do you behave the other 364 days of the year? Do you consider yourself a decent human being? We’re not talking about being a saint…just being a good… [Read More]
It’s Better Done Than Said
People make promises at the drop of a hat: Politicians promise a better future, job applicants promise they’ll take the world by storm, and people like you and me promise to invest in our personal growth, take better care of ourselves, and even cut back on desserts. (Oh no!) When all is said and done,… [Read More]
The Danger Signs of an Inflated Ego
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