If you know about Gary, you know he’s an avid reader. He even has a bookshelf in his office displaying his favorite business books. And when he finds a book he loves, he not only devours every page of it, but also gifts it in spades. So what is Gary giving out these...
The lazy days of summer are officially here. This means some employees are distracted by vacation weather, while others may become flat-out unmotivated. While research has shown that an increase in sunlight can have a positive impact on some people’s moods, new...
Being in vacation-mode can make you more productive, but oftentimes things slow down during summer as people around the office head out on trips. This allows for unique opportunities that can help you get ahead and move closer to your One Thing. Five Steps For Summer...
Have you ever noticed that when we’re in vacation mode, we tend to automatically institute the teachings of "The One Thing"? We apply focus to the areas of work and life that matter most, we prioritize more tightly and our productivity goes through the roof as we work...
Having all of your dominoes in a row as soon as you land a new position is ideal, but the real world doesn't work that way. To continue on your trajectory toward achieving extraordinary results in the workplace, you’ll often have to think outside the box. This even...
The managers in the movie Horrible Bosses are over-the-top caricatures, but many people can relate to the woes of the three main characters in the film. Studies have found that dealing with a bad boss can be more stressful than a heavy workload. Workers can handle...
Top tier supervisors are wired in a special way that makes them naturally inclined to provide guidance and vision for their employees. But that doesn’t mean every manager will be the perfect professional mentor for everyone on their team. The truth is that good...
Author Vernon Howard is once quoted as saying, “Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn and you will.” Whether you are a recent graduate or long-time alum, always consider yourself to be a student. If you stop for a moment to consider all the...
Networking has always been a significant factor in the job market, and for some professions it’s an absolute must. Twenty-first century technology has taken networking in many different directions, but the basic idea is still the same - make connections with people...