Are you hesitant to try new things? Do you resist progress to maintain the status quo? Do you prefer staying in familiar territory instead of embracing new challenges — even if they offer significant potential? Step outside your comfort zone. As the saying goes, “The only limits in life are the ones you make.” Some… [Read More]
Are You Discounting Your Real Value?
Would you ever sell one of your prized possessions for a fraction of its value? Of course not. So why would anyone or any organization choose to function at half their capability? Isn’t that essentially the same thing? If you have the potential to achieve greatness, why would you settle for anything less? Are you… [Read More]
Quitting Doesn’t Always Make You a Quitter
We often hear the mantra, Never give up — be strong, stay resilient, and show determination. By adhering to this guidance, the belief is that success will inevitably follow. However, the reality is more nuanced. In fact, there are times when choosing to quit can be the wiser choice. In other words, quitting doesn’t always… [Read More]
15 Simple Ways to Destroy Your Career
Did you ever do something stupid and come to regret it? Acting, without thinking, can destroy your career. In fact, there are countless examples of people who threw away promising careers due to reckless behavior. Will you be added to the list? Consider this a fair warning. Here are 15 simple ways to destroy your… [Read More]
Thanks So Much!
I’d like to give a shout-out to all the folks who read, comment, and share my blog posts each day. Thanks so much! FrankSonnenbergOnline has attracted just over 5 million readers and was recently named one of the “Top Self-Improvement and Personal Development Blogs” in the world. In addition, I have been contacted by parents,… [Read More]
May the Best Person Win
What do you look for in a job candidate? I’ve hired a lot of people in my career. There are three qualities that I look for: relevant qualifications, strength of moral character, and someone who has a proven track record. In fact, I can narrow down the factors to two because if an applicant has… [Read More]
Do You Have a Strong Work Ethic?
Do you know folks who work long hours, but get little done? They spend more time complaining about their workload than actually doing their job. And when they’re not whining or complaining about their organization, they’re gossiping or criticizing what other people do (ugh). I’m sure you know these folks, and I do too. They… [Read More]
How to Earn Credibility
