Posts Tagged ‘self improvement’
Don’t Praise Accomplishments, Praise Effort: Science Says So
Today we share Jeff Haden’s perspective on praise and how it can be best utilized in the workplace. Enjoy! Don’t Praise Accomplishments, Praise Effort: Science Says So By Jeff Haden Praise motivates. Praise encourages. Praise inspires. Sometimes. Depending on the approach you take, praising an employee can actually have the opposite effect. The difference lies in whether…
Read MoreResearch-Proven Tricks That Make You Seem Smarter Than You Are
Today we share Dr. Travis Bradberry’s article that describes proven strategies to help you come across smarter to others. Research-Proven Tricks That Make You Seem Smarter Than You Are By Dr. Travis Bradberry It’s great to be smart, but intelligence is a hard thing to pin down. In many cases, how smart people think you are is…
Read MoreSigns You’re Successful—Even If It Doesn’t Feel Like It
You work hard, and strive for success. Sometimes little — or even big — bumps make it seem like success is just beyond your grasp. Today we share Dr Travis Bradberry’s perspective on signs you are successful, even when it may not feel that way. Enjoy! Signs You’re Successful—Even If It Doesn’t Feel Like It…
Read More5 Times You’re Selling Yourself Short Without Even Realizing It
It’s sometimes difficult to graciously accept a compliment. But does the response put you in the best light? Today we share Kat Boogaard’s perspective on selling yourself short — without realizing it. Enjoy! 5 Times You’re Selling Yourself Short Without Even Realizing It By Kat Boogaard Recently, I received a LinkedIn message from someone who had read some…
Read MoreSmall 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 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…
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