We live in a “me” centered culture. We are taught to make sure that we look out for number one. We are in charge of our own careers and consequently…
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Break Out of Your Career Plateaus
Wouldn’t it be nice if our careers continually proceeded on an upward trajectory? We work hard. We deserve success. We move up. Right? Not exactly. The fact is, despite our…
Investing Yourself in Others: Celebrate Success
I once worked for an organization where the leaders felt the best way to motivate the troops was to hold unrealistic goals over our heads and berate failures to achieve. …
Investing Yourself in Others: Challenge Them to Greatness
Many years ago, while working as the news director at a television station, I hired a young reporter who was very inexperienced, yet an individual I knew had the capability…
Adding Value: What Do You Have to Offer?
“If you want to influence your peers, become their best cheerleader. Praise their strengths. Acknowledge their accomplishments. Say positive things about them to your boss and peers. Sincerely compliment…