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How To Win At Professional Networking Every Time

Some interesting ideas here. The author states that even though with networking “80% is showing up”, it’s the other 20% that counts. What do you think? And, what have you found works best for you? How...

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I tried to be normal once…

Here’s a great article incorporating lots of new bits of knowledge we’ve learned about neuroscience. (Be sure to scroll down to see the action steps she provides.) Also, I would add, make sure there is...

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Simon Sinek: Why good leaders make you feel safe | Talk Video | TED.com

What makes a great leader? Management theorist Simon Sinek suggests, it’s someone who makes their employees feel secure, who draws staffers into a circle of trust. But creating trust and safety —...

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How To Build A Great Company Culture – Forbes

Here’s an excellent post from Forbes by Todd McKinnon, with his “take” on organisational culture based on his experience as CEO of the wildly successful Silicon Valley tech company, Okta. How To Build...

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6 Eye-Opening Employee Engagement Statistics – TalentCulture

The numbers are rolling in, and it’s more an more clear that the positive effects of employee engagement are enormous, yet only 25% of CEOs report having an employee engagement plan in place. What is...

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Think Leadership Is Logical? Think Again

Here’s yet another illustration of why I do so much work around enhancing Emotional Intelligence… New research shows (again) how relationships are based on emotional intelligence, and emotions affect...

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Adapt to a New Culture – but Don’t Go Too Far – Harvard Business Review

Here’s a very interesting article from Andy Molinsky at HBR about adapting to a new organizational culture. It relates well to both the bigger cultural issues, like differences in global, ethnic and...

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Surgeon general who fought tobacco dies at 87

WOW! What a guy! Way ahead of his time and a leader with great courage. This guy is truly an inspiration! AOL.com Article – Surgeon general who fought tobacco dies at 87.

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5 Career Mistakes You Will Regret In 10 Years

Millenials take note, these are all good things for you to think about, if you are not already: 5 Career Mistakes You Will Regret In 10 Years.

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The Strange, Difficult Questions CEOs Ask in Job Interviews | LinkedIn

Don’t be blindsided by a “surprise” question. Read, think about and save these as a resource when preparing for future interviews. The Strange, Difficult Questions CEOs Ask in Job Interviews | LinkedIn.

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The Biggest Mistakes I See on Resumes, and How to Correct Them | Google HR Chief

For those of you who are looking for a new position, or, expect to be soon, here is a a useful post from the top HR person at Google: The Biggest Mistakes I See on Resumes, and How to Correct Them |...

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In the Company of Givers and Takers – Harvard Business Review

This is really interesting! How do you show up? How do the people in your organization show up? In the Company of Givers and Takers – Harvard Business Review.

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How Successful People Handle Toxic People | LinkedIn

Here’s a great article from Travis Bradberry, co-author of Emotional Intelligence 2.0 and president at TalentSmart: How Successful People Handle Toxic People | LinkedIn. I would encourage saving it to...

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Play Through Problems for Better Outcomes- Josh Linkner

Let’s ALL play more today! Check out Josh Linkner’s blog. (I already feel lighter.) .

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Why Leaders Don’t Brag About Successfully Managing Stress – James R. Bailey –...

This is a provocative article. (It starts out saying, “Imagine you are Mary Barra.”) Only 20% of senior leaders let those who work for them know about their efforts to manage stress. Why don’t more...

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The Five Deadliest Career Mistakes | LinkedIn

Liz says this very well.  Good reminders for anyone whether in transition, or, less-than-satisfied with their current position. : Take a look: The Five Deadliest Career Mistakes | LinkedIn.

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Your Real Competitive Advantage | LinkedIn

Gratitude is powerful. It can make the difference in the quality of your day, the quality of your team, and the entire culture in a workplace. Here’s a short article with some wonderful ideas about how...

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An Easy Way to Make Your Employees Happier

Here’s an interesting post from Harvard Business Review. I think this information applies to life in general, not just at work. What are your thoughts? An Easy Way to Make Your Employees Happier.

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7 Daily Mantras To Boost Your Productivity | Fast Company | Business +...

This is excellent!!! As an entrepreneur I have to be totally self-motivating and I know every one of these is important in being productive, engaged and focused on the right things. When I coach...

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The most powerful person in the room

This is an interesting post by BBC columnist Lucy P. Marcus! I believe it is a thoughtful, (and right on target), picture of what true power really is. How would you answer this question, and why? The...

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