by Dr. Travis Bradberry We’ve all said things that people interpreted much differently than we thought they would. These seemingly benign comments lead to the awful feeling that only comes when you’ve planted your foot firmly into your mouth. Verbal slip-ups often occur because we say things without knowledge of the subtle implications they carry. Understanding… read more

Being a good negotiator can make a big difference in your career. It can help you earn more money (by negotiating a better starting salary or a raise), a higher title (by negotiating a promotion) or even budget money (to take on a prominent project). How good are you at negotiating? No matter what the… read more

It’s only when I’m actually on vacation that I find myself thinking, “I really believe in vacations!” Sure, I’m excited beforehand, but it’s only when I’m actually there that I realize just how much I needed it and how much better I’ll be when back at work for having taken some time off. Research shows… read more

The dog days of summer are here. Maybe you’re alone in the office and trying to fill the time that your boss and colleagues are at the cottage with some productive thinking or perhaps you’re basking in the freedom that comes from the ability to duck out at 4:30 p.m. on Friday afternoon without raising… read more

by Eric Douglas Skillful leadership requires many things. Among them is awareness of your own leadership style – and how it affects other people. Knowing your style, and adjusting it to fit the needs of the situation, is one of the keys to being an effective leader. This tool describes four different leadership styles. It shows… read more

With historically high budget deficits, ongoing financial market instability, and global competition, economic uncertainty may be around for some time. A good way to survive a challenging and unpredictable economy is smart money management. Here are some suggestions: Reduce your expenses. Start by examining your budget. Look for ways to cut back on unnecessary expenses…. read more

AUGUST 11, 2016 DAVID BERRY Your life is a story. Do you know what it’s about? Some people never ask the question. Others think about it but decide not to dig in too deeply. It’s a big question to answer and certainly not one you are interested in getting wrong. That makes not answering seem like… read more

In the article “Malcolm Gladwell Got Us Wrong,” the researchers behind the 10,000-Hour Rule set the record straight: Different fields require different amounts of deliberate practice in order for someone to become world-class. If 10,000 hours isn’t an absolute rule that applies across fields, what does it really take to become world class in the… read more