Are you measuring the right productivity outputs?
You’re sitting at your desk as the clock ticks toward 6 pm. There’s a half-full, lukewarm coffee and a blinking cursor on the computer...
THE MYTH OF SHAMELESS SELF-PROMOTION
I often hear judgements about someone "shamelessly" self-promoting. I don't get the concept of shameless self-promotion. The phrase...
When will you be a great leader?
Leadership is a practice and we are all students in it. Some of us are more advanced students than others, but it's an ongoing practice...
The Infinite 1%
Think about a goal you have. Maybe you want to run a 5k, make your first $1 million, or quit drinking. When will you be close to...
ARE YOU “SHOULD”ING ALL OVER YOURSELF?
As a leader, you will have greater impact when you shift from “should” to a definitive action statement. It doesn't matter if the...
HOW TO WORK WITH DIFFICULT PEOPLE
Most people, at some point, have to work with difficult people, whether it's a boss, a peer or a client. Here are 4 strategies to help...
The Problem With Willpower
Willpower is great. It allows us to control our impulses, delay gratification, and do the things that will bring long-term benefits. The...
Focus on progress, not perfection
You don't need to give it 100% every day to move closer to your goal. 2% is enough to keep the ball rolling. Some days, you’ll...
You Know Enough Already!
Information is good but action is better. "Knowledge is power". The more you know, blah, blah. It is all true. AND also, there comes a...
How to navigate uncertainty
When we’re operating in uncertain conditions, we tend to grasp for certainty. We look for the life hack, the shortcut, the step-by-step...