Charisma on Command
You may think that charisma, like good looks, is something you’re born with – you either have it or you don’t. But like good looks, it can be learned and improved through practice, and the results are worth the effort.
Category: Communication
Managers and Leaders
Managers and leaders are both essential to a company, but they play very different roles.
Sympathy Won’t Help You
Brené Brown is a researcher who has specialized in studying shame for most of her career. Her recent book, I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t): Making the Journey from “What Will People Think?” to “I Am Enough” covers the topic of shame and how to develop resilience. She writes about how empathy … Continue reading Sympathy Won’t Help You
Practicing Empathy
Brené Brown is a researcher who has specialized in studying shame for most of her career. Her recent book, I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t): Making the Journey from “What Will People Think?” to “I Am Enough” covers the topic of shame and how to develop resilience. She writes about how shame … Continue reading Practicing Empathy
Becoming More Stoic
If you’re going through a rough patch in your job or career transition, you can apply Stoic principles to help you cope. Here are some ideas to consider.
If You Like this Advice, You May Like This Too.
I’m always grateful to my readers – thanks for checking in and investing time in what I have to say about careers and success. This blog has been included in Careers Wiki’s list of best career blogs to follow in 2018. If this is your year to build on your success, you’ll find lots of … Continue reading If You Like this Advice, You May Like This Too.
Take a Half Step In
I never thought I’d get valuable tips from a book on how to have more success picking up women. Turns out, the principles are very transferable. Stay with me.
The Shame Associated with Being Out of Work
When someone is laid off or fired, one of the most persistent emotions they must deal with is shame.
2018 is the Year of the Earth Dog
2018 is going to be my year – at least according to Chinese astrology. I’m an Earth Dog, and February 16 was the start of the Year of the Earth Dog. The Dog symbol, as you would expect, is associated with loyalty and sincerity. “Dogs are loyal and honest, amiable and kind, cautious and prudent. … Continue reading 2018 is the Year of the Earth Dog
How to Comfort a Coworker
Sometimes, we must spend eight hours or more at work with someone who has experienced loss or is going through a period of intense sadness. Here’s how you can help.
