May 1st seems to have 2 connotations. For many it signifies flowers, spring, and neighborhood celebrations. The second connotation dates back to May Day, 1886, when some 200,000 U. S. workmen engineered a nationwide strike for an eight-hour day. See why it’s such an important day internationally.
Read MoreToday, more than ever, the challenge of change is not only how fast to change, but how to look for innovative ways of doing things differently. It is not only how to get better. It’s how to get different. This article talks about the biggest barrier for innovation.
Read MoreEach one of us needs a new beginning at some point. No matter how it comes, or in which style, you need to be willing and ready to embrace the new. Today’s blog invites you to take time for the new and vital, and gives you some tips to grow the new..
Read MoreJesus is the quintessential leader. Putting religious and spiritual beliefs aside, as a model leader, Jesus practiced the most vital principles of leadership—and he provides an example for leaders to imitate. Easter time is a good moment for reflecting on what I consider the greatest characteristic that made Jesus Christ an incomparable leader.
Read MoreIt’s very easy to get into an argument! There is a certain satisfaction in stating your position and trying to convince the other person (or group of persons) that you are right. In this blog you will learn a few easy strategies that can take you from arguments to effective conversations.
Read MorePeople have strong emotions around change. When I talk to leaders, and when I talk to couples, people talk about “change fatigue,” “exhaustion,” “change saturation,” “change burnout,” “change weary.” Today’s blog explores the difficulties of change and how to prevent change burnout on yourself and others.
Read MoreThe calendar says Spring is here. I’m optimistically enthusiastic that flowers will come out soon. Spring is a new opportunity for growth in all the natural world. What about you and your organization? How do you respond to new opportunities?
Read MoreIn the psychology world, we use the term “rumination” to refer to negative, repetitive, prolonged, unhelpful thinking. This non-constructive form of rumination is of no help to anyone. With the right tools, you can nip rumination in the bud, and avoid the consequences of negative thought loops. On Today’s blog I want to give you those tools.
Read MoreObviously there are many behaviors that contribute to bad relationships at work or at home. Yet, there is one that is the most powerful relationship killer: NEGATIVITY. New research finds that reducing negativity is the key to getting through tough points in relationships.
Read MoreThe words you write or speak to others can leave a huge impact and create a lasting memory--either good or bad. It's super important to recognize the power of words and choose them wisely. You see, words can make or break a relationship. Your choice of words, and the way you express yourself, can accelerate or kill your career. Words have power!
Read MoreI love words. I like reading them, shaping them into sentences and articles, pondering their meaning, playing with their rhythms, clarifying them, translating them. . . and so on. And yet, words are not enough! See what else you need.
Read MoreLack of sympathy will make you cold and insensitive. It can also hurt others. Too much sympathy allows people to be weaker than they need to be. Keep the right balance!
Read MoreMost people I meet think they know how to listen. What can be more basic than listening? Even if you think you know it all in theory, are you really doing it? Do you really listen to the people around you? Learn 5 ways to be a better listener.
Read MoreMost everyone dislikes the idea of being vulnerable because it makes them think people will perceive them as weak and inept. See how vulnerability can actually be one of the best ways to engender trust and build relationships.
Read MoreFebruary is here. And everybody wants us to think about hearts and love. As with anything good, too much of it makes us either ignore it or hate it. But here is the thing. There is nothing more powerful in the world than the power of a heart full of love.
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