Why the Best Leaders Sometimes Get Mad (and Show It)

Today we share Jeff Haden’s perspective of how good leaders can use anger to their advantage. Enjoy! Why the Best Leaders Sometimes Get Mad (and Show It) By Jeff Haden Think about remarkably successful people. They’re logical. They’re rational. In the face of crisis or danger or even gross incompetence, they remain steely-eyed, focused, and on point.…

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7 Common Apple Picking Mistakes to Avoid This Fall

Autumn. There aren’t many things more refreshing than these crisp dry days. What sort of activities do you enjoy during this time of year? Here is Danielle Walsh’s perspective on how to avoid common mistakes while apple picking. 7 Common Apple Picking Mistakes to Avoid This Fall Written by Danielle Walsh Hooray—it’s apple-picking season! This might call…

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Powerful Habits of Super Persuasive People

We always find articles by Dr Travis Bradberry to be thought provoking. Today we share his perspective on the habits of super persuasive people. Powerful Habits of Super Persuasive People By Dr Travis Bradberry Whether you’re convincing your boss to fund your project or your preschooler to put his shoes on, persuasion is a skill…

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How Highly Effective Interviewers Prepare for Job Interviews: 11 Ways to Hire the Perfect Candidate

“…a new employee’s first day isn’t their first official day on the job, it’s the day you first engage him in the hiring process.” Today we share Jeff Haden’s interpretation of how interviewers should prepare for job interviews. Enjoy! How Highly Effective Interviewers Prepare for Job Interviews: 11 Ways to Hire the Perfect Candidate By Jeff Haden…

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How Where You Sit In Your Office Impacts Your Productivity

Today we share Lydia Dishman’s perspective on productivity, and how it can be impacted simply by where one sits. Enjoy! How Where You Sit In Your Office Impacts Your Productivity Bad behavior in the workplace is contagious. But a new study suggests that pairing workers together can boost productivity and profits. By Lydia Dishman Your…

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Powerful Habits of Considerate People

Being considerate is good for your mental and physical health, as well as your career. Enjoy today’s ezine by Dr Travis Bradberry, which discusses the powerful habits of considerate people. By Dr Travis Bradberry Philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer once said, “Politeness is to human nature what warmth is to wax.” It’s true. Being kind and considerate…

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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…

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It 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…

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Why Resumes are Worthless

Certainly an interesting take. What do you think? http://www.fastcompany.com/3041741/hit-the-ground-running/why-resumes-are-worthless

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