People ask for favors all the time. So you’d think we’d have the process down to a science. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. In fact, some of us are so bad at asking for a favor that we offend people, burn bridges, and even damage credibility in the process. Do you know how to ask… [Read More]
Change Someone’s Life and You May End Up Changing Yours
Think about a person who’s had a tremendous impact on your life. It may be your Mom or Dad who believed in you, the coach who inspired you, the teacher who guided you in the right direction, the boss who gave you your first big opportunity, or the friend who’s always been by your side…. [Read More]
It May Be Free, But You’ll Pay Dearly
You were born with the potential for greatness. Don’t let anyone take that away from you. The problem is, one day, when you least expect it, that potential may be snatched right out from under you. And you’ll never see the blow coming. It will masquerade as a gift — a freebie — but it’s… [Read More]
CyberParenting: Are Your Actions Helping Or Hurting Your Kids?
Social media is having a profound impact on our lives. Much of it is positive, but there is clearly a dark side that many of us experience every day. The truth is, some people say things on social media that they would never say in person. What impact does that have on our kids? Little… [Read More]
Compromise: Redefining Winning
Some people view compromise as a weakness. “Strong people don’t compromise,” they say. They’re the kind of folks who declare their position, put a stake in the ground, and stand their ground at all cost. It doesn’t matter whether it’s business or personal. The outcome is still the same. What do they forfeit with this… [Read More]
We’re All Teachers
The Best Advice You’ll Ever Get
How often does advice fail to pan out? Did you ever ask yourself why? Is it because we get it from the wrong people, misjudge the quality of the advice, or because we follow it blindly? The problem is that we seek advice from the wrong people — some of whom don’t have a clue… [Read More]
This Discussion Has No Room for Debate
Why do leaders surround themselves with “yes” people? Why do managers reward employees for thinking alike? Why do people tune into news that validates their existing beliefs? These statements beg the obvious question: Why do people need to confirm their own thinking? And what do they lose by limiting discussion and debate? Some folks seek… [Read More]
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