Self Improvement
Small Things People Use To Judge Your Personality
First impressions can make a difference, as our brains are hardwired to judge. Today we share Travis Bradberry’s perspective on how we evaluate others based on small behaviors and actions. Small Things People Use To Judge Your Personality By Dr. Travis Bradberry The human brain is hardwired to judge. This survival mechanism makes it very…
Read MoreHow Mindfulness Will Turbocharge Your Career
According to Psychology Today, ‘mindfulness’ is a state of active, open attention on the present. Today we share Travis Bradberry’s perspective on how mindfulness can positively impact your career. How Mindfulness Will Turbocharge Your Career By Dr Travis Bradberry Mindfulness is an increasingly popular notion in the workplace, with companies such as Apple, Yahoo, Starbucks,…
Read More5 Words And Phrases That Can Transform Your Work Life
Professor Bernard Roth, a Stanford design and engineering professor, shared some habits found in his book with the author of today’s ezine. We’ve received excellent feedback from this simple but empowering issue. 5 Words And Phrases That Can Transform Your Work Life By Michael Grothaus Reporting for this story took a different turn from the beginning.…
Read MoreIt’s (Almost) Impossible to Go Wrong When You Hire People With These 4 Qualities
As you know, you need to hire the right people for your business or department to be successful. Today we share Julia Hartz’s technique for determining who is right for her company. It’s (Almost) Impossible to Go Wrong When You Hire People With These 4 Qualities by Julia Hartz Here’s the secret to building a successful…
Read MoreHow The Most Successful People Ask Questions
Today we share Stephanie Vozza’s view of questions, and the best way to ask them. How The Most Successful People Ask Questions By Stephanie Vozza Asking the right questions can mean the difference between success and failure. Unfortunately, asking questions can also feel uncomfortable. “It can be embarrassing to admit that you didn’t understand what…
Read MoreBad Mistakes that Make Good Employees Leave
A global study done by LinkedIn indicated 32% of respondents believe retention is a top priority in 2016. With this in mind, it’s important to understand what causes employees, especially ‘star’ producers, to leave. Bad Mistakes That Make Good Employees Leave By Dr Travis Bradberry It’s tough to hold on to good employees, but it…
Read More10 Ways to Spot a Truly Exceptional Employee
An advanced degree and years of experience are important, but don’t necessarily make you exceptional in the workplace. 10 Ways to Spot a Truly Exceptional Employee by Dr. Travis Bradberry A recent international study surveyed more than 500 business leaders and asked them what sets great employees apart. The researchers wanted to know why some…
Read MoreInspiration for the New Year
Wishing you a healthy and prosperous New Year! Today’s issue briefly looks at the story of Bert and John Jacobs, co-founders of the Life Is Good company, and the simple question that inspired them. Brothers who cofounded a $100 million company say this question their mom asked every night at dinner is what inspired…
Read MoreIt Pays to Give Thanks at the Office
In a 2013 survey of 2,000 Americans, some 80% agreed that receiving gratitude makes them work harder. This week brings the wonderful holiday of Thanksgiving. While giving thanks for family and friends may be obvious choices, today’s ezine shares a less obvious one: giving thanks at the office. Ezine shared 11/25/2015 It Pays to Give…
Read MoreHow Successful People Make Smart Decisions
As we complete our 26th year in business, we look back and consider how this milestone was achieved. Freedom to be entrepreneurial. On this Veterans’ Day, thank you to all who have served. Our business partners, both clients and candidates, whom we have helped over the years. Thanks for coming back when the needs arise.…
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