I love words. I like reading them, shaping them into sentences and articles, pondering their meaning, playing with their rhythms, clarifying them, translating them. . . and so on. And yet, words are not enough! See what else you need.
Read MoreLack of sympathy will make you cold and insensitive. It can also hurt others. Too much sympathy allows people to be weaker than they need to be. Keep the right balance!
Read MoreMost people I meet think they know how to listen. What can be more basic than listening? Even if you think you know it all in theory, are you really doing it? Do you really listen to the people around you? Learn 5 ways to be a better listener.
Read MoreMost everyone dislikes the idea of being vulnerable because it makes them think people will perceive them as weak and inept. See how vulnerability can actually be one of the best ways to engender trust and build relationships.
Read MoreFebruary is here. And everybody wants us to think about hearts and love. As with anything good, too much of it makes us either ignore it or hate it. But here is the thing. There is nothing more powerful in the world than the power of a heart full of love.
Read MoreMany people plan, but are already thinking all kind of reasons why their plans will not succeed. For any type of plan to succeed you need to believe it’s possible. When you believe in possibilities, not only can you achieve more, you can also inspire others to do the apparently impossible.
Read MoreWhat makes a boss most successful? A few years back Google undertook a study to find out the answer to that question. what makes a boss most successful. They were surprised by the results. This post shares not only what they found, but specific strategies that can help people deal with complex issues.
Read MoreMany people have difficulty with relationships. Seems that there is a lot of negativity going on. Yet, if asked, I'm sure you want to have positive relationships, whether at home or at work. Learn three simple secrets that can have a big influence on your relationships.
Read MoreWorking with leaders and with couples I often interact with people faced with making big decisions where the cost of being “wrong” can be substantial. Focusing on making the “right” decision can easily lead to paralysis. Learn 3 Ways to simplify you decision making process
Read MoreHands are the chief organs for physically manipulating the environment. Through the hands you express the love of doing, of forming for use, and of communicating and relating. On this busy month of December, What do your hands say and convey?
Read MoreEvery contact you have with your loved one is loaded with possibilities. There are two simple words that are so powerful it amazes me they are not used more often. Learn what they are and use them more frequently this month.
Read MoreHolidays are supposed to be happy family times, full of laughter and love. Yet, for many, it means stressful work. The more stress you pile up, the more you become grouchy with your co-workers, partner and children. Learn how to keep a positive spirit, it will be contagious.
Read MoreGreat leaders find a way to gain people’s hearts because they take relationships to heart. Today we will explore what is heart power and share 6 practicals tips on how to lead with your heart.
Read MoreSometime in the 1500s, an English poet named Robert Herrick used the phrase “no pain, no gain” in his writings. He was conveying the idea that if you don’t work really hard at something, you won’t benefit from it. A good, noble phrase from a well-respected poet of his day.
But does it still apply today? Some times we are so use of thinking one way that we forget to challenge what we “know,” and miss what is right in front of our eyes. . .
Read MoreI recently found an excellent checklist for leaders which I think every leader should review at least once a year. The beginning of the last quarter of the year is a time for discarding what is not working and finding new ideas. Therefore, today I want to remind you of the top 10 leadership checks you should reflect on.
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