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13 Habits of Exceptionally Likeable People
Too many people succumb to the mistaken belief that being likeable comes from natural, unteachable traits that belong only to a lucky fewâthe good looking,
The Most Common Traps when Giving & Receiving Feedback
Brace for it. Itâs coming. Feedback is suddenly being hurled in your direction. What do you do? Your immediate reaction is to put that guard
3 Ways to Lead Like a Boss
Great leaders are hard to come by. Defining what makes great leaders great is even harder. However, there are a few fundamental ways to improve
3 Ways to Embrace & Lead Change
Change is inevitable. We all know it. And we have certainly all lived it these last few years. When we think about change that occurs
9 Things Emotionally Intelligent People Wonât Do
My last article, How Successful People Stay Calm, really struck a nerve. It was one of the most popular pieces in the 12-year history of the TalentSmartEQ newsletter, and
The 3 Critical Questions Every Leader Should Ask
Held as a prisoner of war for nearly 8 years, Vice Admiral James Bond Stockdale was the senior ranking American officer at the âHanoi Hilton,â
The Emotional Toll of Mass Layoffs
During my morning walk, I read the headline that Meta was laying off 13% of their workers–more than 11,000 people. While I didnât personally know
The Essential Skill Needed for Law Enforcement
Every job has its unique qualities and law enforcement is no different. The uniqueness of law enforcement is the ever-changing and never-knowing anticipation of each
4 Ways to Survive Your Family over the HolidaysÂ
The groceries are bought, and the cooking has started. Youâve even baked everyoneâs favorite dessert early to have it ready in the freezer. NowâŠitâs time
How to Handle the Midterm Election Outcomes
The ballots have all been cast, the counting has ensued, results have been announced (well, some have) and now we all are weighing in on
Leveraging eLearning for a Competitive Advantage
Gone are the days of the 9-5 office grind. With constant growth in technology, heightened globalization, and the remnants of a pandemic that left us
The Work-Life Blur
Growing up, I distinctly remember my grandmother always telling me that âit was all about balance.â Even then, it was a concept that I struggled