Evening Classes Improve Quality of Life Did you know that taking evening classes can improve the quality of your life — regardless of the subject matter? Researchers at Oxford University found that people who took continuing education classes reported improved mental and physical health, as well as more satisfaction with their lives. The participants […]
Read More →Why Employee Recognition Is Important Study after study points to the value of employee recognition. It impacts job satisfaction, retention and performance. Employers search for innovative ways to build organizational cultures that engage, inspire and motivate. Yet workers across the US continue to say they’re rarely thanked for a job well done. Never lose sight […]
Read More →How Best to Speak Truth To Power At Work The phrase, “Speak Truth To Power” has become synonymous with things like whistleblowing or defending against injustice. But the phrase can also describe a scenario that is familiar to anyone who’s ever had to confront the boss or open his eyes to a new perspective. Such […]
Read More →Summer Reading Suggestion for Personal Growth Summer is a great time to work on personal growth and your summer reading list is one of the best places to start. Here are a few suggestions. StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath is a follow up to Gallup’s wildly successful online tool that helped millions discover their top […]
Read More →Do you treat yourself the way you expect others to treat you? Are you letting self-doubt get in the way of achieving your personal goals. Are you kind to yourself? This simple exercise will help you become a better leader of yourself.
Read More →Taking The Time to Just Think According to a recent article on Inc.com, Warren Buffet has spent 80 percent of his career reading and thinking. Inc 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 […]
Read More →A slumping posture does more than make you look bad. It also robs you of your energy and feelings of power. This video dives into the science behind it.
Read More →Spirit of Purpose. Are you curious about what that means and how it applies to you? This installment of Spirit of Purpose TV explains this universal concept and how you can tap into truly authentic living. Subscribe to Spirit of Purpose TV by going to my YouTube channel.
Read More →I’m pleased to announce a wonderful addition to the Spirit of Purpose self-improvement tools. Spirit of Purpose TV will inspire, motivate and transform the way you approach challenges and achieve your goals. We will continue to share written Spirit of Purpose content in my blog, but I will also provide these quick video messages to aide in your successful quest […]
Read More →I enjoy ads and commercials. The good ones stick with me. I’m impacted by their images, sounds and words. The best ones have a dramatic tagline or slogan – a succinct, repeatable core message about the product or service that conveys the essence of what the company wants you to believe and remember. They’re designed […]
Read More →Keen observers of self and others have a competitive edge. But, too often, our willingness to pay attention is dialed down too low. Much that we should see, and could capitalize on, passes us by. We’re blinded by the habit of inattention. We’re no longer fully present, noticing what’s going on within us and around […]
Read More →If you’re looking for ways to be more productive, here are several tips from a Fast Company article titled, “The Art of Doing Everything.” Don’t waste time on unnecessary decisions, like what to eat for breakfast or lunch. Eat the same thing everyday. Also, for men and women, consider simplifying your work wardrobe. For example, […]
Read More →Abraham Maslow’s approach to psychology was unique. He was the man responsible for identifying our “Hierarchy of Needs,” which describes how human beings prioritize getting their needs met. His diagram placed the most pressing “psychological” or basic needs at the bottom of the pyramid. Breathing, food, water, sex and sleep are among the basic needs […]
Read More →Dr. Maya Angelou lived a noteworthy life. There is no question that her teachings and way of being positively affected the lives of many people around the world. In one of her quotes that I treasure, she said: “One isn’t’ necessarily born with courage, but one is born with potential. Without courage, we cannot practice […]
Read More →When New York Times Editor Jill Abramson was fired, she was in the process of working with a career consultant who was helping her address some of the “management style” problems that reportedly did her in. Understanding how you’re perceived by others at work is invaluable knowledge that can be put to use to enhance your […]
Read More →Following through with a desired change in behavior can be a challenge. Sometimes, its as simple as forgetting what you said you would do. For example, I recently decided to drastically reduce my intake of processed sugar because I feel SOOOO good when I don’t eat it. But, here’s the rub: I’m not always conscious […]
Read More →Effective self-management is the foundation of success. Assess the way you manage your energy, time and talent.
Read More →Remember when your mother told you to sit up straight? She knew what she was talking about. Research has validated her good advice. Adoree Durayappah’s article in Psychology Today points out that when a person adopts the upright posture Mom always encouraged, they act in ways that represent power. And interestingly, as the article points […]
Read More →Do you apologize for everything? For mistakes others make? For expressing an opinion that might be unpopular? For walking into a room? Do you take the blame for things that have nothing to do with you? Or when something is clearly someone else’s fault? If you over-apologize, you’re not alone. For women, it’s very common […]
Read More →I meet a fair number of business leaders who say they are empathy-challenged. Empathy is the ability to recognize and identify the emotions being experienced by another person. It’s one of the five components of Emotional Intelligence. Because it enables others to feel like you connect with them, it is an important skill set for […]
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