But You Don’t Have to Be A Nasty Woman To Get What You Want Researchers in Tel Aviv and the Netherlands conducted a recent study that confirmed that nice women earn less than their assertive female counterparts. They interviewed a random group of 375 men and women at a Dutch electronics company and concluded that women who clearly express […]
Read More →As 2016 winds down, for many of us, our minds leap toward how we’ll make 2017 a better year personally and professionally. Before you start setting goals for next year, take the opportunity to remember and celebrate the things you accomplished this year. To visualize how much you achieved, make a list – one you […]
Read More →Labels are an intrinsic part of how human beings make sense of our world. But, reducing people or situations to categories falsely convinces us that we understand our unknowable universe. Labels are, and have always been, the great separator. At work and out in the world, labels are often used to make uninformed snap judgments. Communication laced with labels influences the way […]
Read More →Given how much time we spend at the office, it’s not surprising that many love relationships begin there. Rather than being led exclusively by your heart, it’s important to remember to involve your head as well when it comes to how a workplace relationship plays out. To avoid problems, check with your human resources department […]
Read More →You’re not happy in your job. You want to go back to school. You have an idea for a business. But you’ve made no progress toward the change you think you want. The question: are you really committed? Test the sincerity of your commitment with a few simple questions. Is this change something you really […]
Read More →We’ve all experienced that feeling of intense irritation that builds into frustration, which builds into anger. Whether it’s on the highway, when the slow driver in the left lane won’t get out of the way; or maybe it’s when a co-worker takes up our valuable time talking about his problems when you’re trying to make […]
Read More →Managing by fear is widely recognized as an outdated concept that does more harm than good. According to Organizational Anthropologist Judith Glazer, recent advances in neuroscience show it to be quite damaging. Glazer says in order to be a manager who inspires the team, one needs to understand how the brain reacts to fear verses […]
Read More →Corporate Wellness programs appear to be losing steam across the country. According to the Wall Street Journal, companies find them expensive, and the return on investment that they expected – lower health insurance costs – isn’t what they anticipated. But Huffington Post contributor Henry Albrecht says companies may be overlooking the real benefits. Wellness and […]
Read More →One of the hardest things to do is listen – really listen – to another person. Instead of being fully present as they explain, complain or share, our minds are busy thinking about something else or planning what we’ll say next. At our most altruistic, we’re contemplating what to say that will help. Parker Palmer […]
Read More →We all know the saying “good news travels fast.” Well, “bad information travels faster.” The rumor mill can quickly take control of your message and cost you hours in damage control and lost productivity. Simply announcing the “what” without explaining the “why” and it’s anticipated impact – particularly to those affected – may overshadow what […]
Read More →According to a recent article on Inc.com, Warren Buffet has spent 80 percent of his career reading and thinking. Inc.com contributor Brian Scudamore says even though it seems counterintuitive to devote that much time to not being “busy,” he heralds Buffet as a trailblazer in this regard, and several high profile CEO’s are following suit. […]
Read More →Have you ever wondered how best to say you’re sorry after making a big mistake or unconsciously doing something that generates unintended negative consequences? According to Psychology Today, for an apology to be effective, it must focus on the other person’s needs – not your own. Too often apologies are ineffective because we’re trying to make ourselves feel better […]
Read More →As we celebrate Women’s History Month, I felt it important to look at some of the different expectations for women in the workplace and offer ways they can be more successful. In her weekly blog, author and organizational development expert Dr. Anne Litwin sites study after study that conclude that women perform better than men […]
Read More →A 2015 Wall Street Journal article extolled the virtues of humble executives. The article praised what humble execs are known for — listening well, admitting errors and their willingness to share the limelight. The article also reported on examples of leaders who were undone due to their lack of humility. In particular, a self-promoting division […]
Read More →Science now confirms that you only get one chance to make a first impression, and that impression takes hold more quickly than you might think. Psychologist and neuroscientist Dr. Bastian Schiller and a team of researchers in Switzerland have discovered that subconsciously, we decide within milliseconds who or what we like or don’t like. The […]
Read More →The folks at Mind Tools say an average office worker receives about 80 emails per day. If your message is one of 80, or more, it can get lost in the shuffle. As creators of solutions, Mind Tools has developed several tips that will help your emails get noticed and answered. Don’t over-communicate. Write only […]
Read More →“Have a vision. Be demanding.” Those are the words of Colin Powell, the first African American appointed U.S. Secretary of State. Vision is a practical necessity for individuals and businesses. A great source of inspiration, vision is also the basis for developing strategy, setting goals and establishing plans of action. In our personal and professional […]
Read More →What’s your approach to introducing a new initiative? Do you plan alone or with just a select few? Do you make the decisions and tell others? Do you push for closure, focused primarily on getting the task done? Or does teamwork and collaboration characterize your approach to managing and leading? Are you able to get […]
Read More →When it comes to decision-making, do you procrastinate? Do you weigh the pros and cons, over and over, again? Do you hesitate in an approach-avoidance dance? You’re not alone. Many people fear making the wrong decision, so they make no decision at all. If any of this sounds like you, consider this: as long as you […]
Read More →Environment is important to us, even if we’re not fully cognizant of the role it plays in the way we feel and behave. Research suggests it affects creativity, efficiency, productivity and satisfaction. Today’s work environments are morphing into spaces that are open, few to no walls or private offices. For some people, this is great. […]
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