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13 Habits of Exceptionally Likeable People
Too many people succumb to the mistaken belief that being Read More
9 Things Emotionally Intelligent People Won’t Do
My last article, How Successful People Stay Calm, really struck a Read More
How Successful People Stay Calm
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8 Secrets of Great Communicators
By Dr. Travis Bradberry
When it comes to communication, we all tend to think we’re pretty good at it. Truth is, even those of us who are good communicators aren’t nearly as good as we think we are. This overestimation Read More
7 Things Great Listeners Do Differently
By Dr. Travis Bradberry
Listening is a bit like intelligence—most everyone thinks they’re above average, even though that’s impossible.
And listening is a skill you want to be great at. A recent study conducted at George Washington University showed that listening Read More
10 Ways To Spot A Truly Exceptional Employee
A recent international study surveyed more than 500 business leaders and asked them what sets great employees apart. The researchers wanted to know why some people are more successful than others at work, and the Read More
Why Attitude Is More Important Than IQ
By Dr. Travis Bradberry
When it comes to success, it’s easy to think that people blessed with brains are inevitably going to leave the rest of us in the dust. But new research from Stanford University will change your mind Read More
Are You Promotable?
It’s September already, and year-end reviews are just around the corner. It isn’t too late to show your boss that you’re worthy of a promotion.
Maybe you’ve been holding down the same position for a few years and are ready to move Read More