“be Better” Tips for Everyone
Why Athletes Make Great Entrepreneurs
by Richard Branson I’ve been enjoying all the action of Rio. I love the Olympics, and the incredibly exciting atmosphere they create. There’s nothing more stirring than watching the world come together in a supportive environment that celebrates the human spirit. From the Olympics to cheering on my children, sport has always moved me. It’s…
Read MoreLeadership Effectiveness: The Self-Aware Leader
Hot buttons – we all have them. And that is ok – just part of the human condition. It is how we adapt to them; how we let them affect our leadership that is important to our leadership credibility. One of the goals of Strategic Executive Coaching is to help executives make what is apparent…
Read More10 Qualities The Best Managers Have In Common?
by Bernard Marr It’s the age-old question of leadership: do you want to be loved or feared? Most management experts would tell you that the old, hyper-masculine stereotype of the boss who leaves his employees shaking in their boots is not the best model to follow in a modern work setting. But how do you…
Read More11 Powerful Ways to Create an Instant Connection With Anyone
BY TRAVIS BRADBERRY Too many people succumb to the mistaken belief that the ability to connect with others is a natural, unteachable trait that belongs to only a lucky few. It’s easy to fall prey to this misconception. In reality, this ability is under your control, and it’s a matter of emotional intelligence (EQ). Research…
Read MoreYour Coworkers Are Not Your Friends
by Sonia Alleyne Just because professionalism calls for being friendly with everyone, does not mean that everyone is your friend. I recently had a conversation with a young woman whom I mentor who was very disappointed in a colleague’s behavior. The two, in my mentee’s words, “enjoy a good relationship and are friendly toward one…
Read More9 Types of Tone in Writing
by Melissa Wilson What is tone when it comes to writing? It’s a simple question, but the answer can be rather complicated. In basic terms, tone usually refers to how a writer uses certain words in a specific way to convey non-verbal observations about specific subjects. Not only does tone help to deliver facts, but…
Read MoreFive Ways to Fast-Track Your Promotion
By Jack and Suzy Welch Who isn’t impatient to get ahead? According to a recent national workforce survey conducted by IPSOS, a global market research firm, and the Jack Welch Management Institute, 31 percent of American professionals said they have been passed over for a promotion they felt they deserved and 43 percent thought about quitting…
Read More9 Phrases Smart People Never Use In Conversation
by Dr. Travis Bradberry We’ve all said things that people interpreted much differently than we thought they would. These seemingly benign comments lead to the awful feeling that only comes when you’ve planted your foot firmly into your mouth. Verbal slip-ups often occur because we say things without knowledge of the subtle implications they carry. Understanding…
Read More10 Tips To Help You Win Every Negotiation byLisa Quast
Being a good negotiator can make a big difference in your career. It can help you earn more money (by negotiating a better starting salary or a raise), a higher title (by negotiating a promotion) or even budget money (to take on a prominent project). How good are you at negotiating? No matter what the…
Read MoreWhy Your Boss Should Thank You For Taking A Vacation by Rebecca Newton
It’s only when I’m actually on vacation that I find myself thinking, “I really believe in vacations!” Sure, I’m excited beforehand, but it’s only when I’m actually there that I realize just how much I needed it and how much better I’ll be when back at work for having taken some time off. Research shows…
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