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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. Continue reading
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. Continue reading
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
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. Continue reading
The Concept of Social Proof
When in doubt, look around you and do what the people at the next table are doing. Most of us do it, and it works most of the time. You probably won’t make a monkey of yourself in any given situation. Continue reading
Seth Godin’s Five Contributors
Seth Godin invests a lot of thought into what makes a workplace great. He recently posted a piece on what he considers to be five essential roles on a team. He writes: “Each one matters, each is intentional, each comes with effort, preparation and reward.” He goes on to say: “I’m not describing job titles, … Continue reading
How to Deal with Toxic Employees
If I asked you to name the toxic employee at your company, chances are you’d know who I meant right away. Continue reading
It Was a Very Good Year
Closing out a business year offers the chance to reflect on what you’ve accomplished – or survived – personally and professionally. Continue reading
Stop Complaining – There’s a Better Way
We complain a lot, and we all believe we have good reasons. From changes in technology to the smell of tuna sandwich in the break room, you’ll find someone with a gripe in every cubicle. But is anyone listening? What do we really want to see come from our complaints? Continue reading