Appreciate what you have!
I’m as ambitious as most people, I suppose. I’m always looking for new experiences, new things to do, more ways to win. But some days it’s good to recognize the […]
Recovering from disappointment
It happened. You had that important presentation to the big boss, and it went down in flames. You were worried about it, and your worst fears came true. Yikes! Okay, […]
Keeping the saw sharp
If you have a job, you’re probably very busy. You’re now doing the work of three people, struggling to catch your breath. The difficult part is to think about the […]
Regenerating your energy
We’re constantly going through cycles in our jobs, in our careers, and in our lives. And if you’re out hunting for a job, it’s tough to keep your energy up […]
What’s news?
We’re immersed in news, and it’s possible to lose yourself in newsfeeds of various sorts: TV, radio, newspaper, websites, RSS feeds, newsletters … Your days and weeks disappear as you […]
Picking the right mentors
You may have heard the advice that it’s good to have a coach or a mentor. But beyond that, it can be confusing. Why? What should I expect? Who should […]
Understanding dumb decisions
One of the most frustrating things about working for other people is figuring out why they do such dumb things. Incomprehensible decisions seem designed to make your life difficult and […]
Becoming world class
In Malcolm Gladwell’s book Outliers: The Story of Success, he stated that to achieve mastery in an area, it generally takes about 10,000 hours of serious learning, practice, and skill […]
You can’t manage time
When you think about it, “time management” is a ridiculous concept. Time always has been, and will continue to be, impossible to manage. Each of us is given 24 hours […]
Tips on how to be motivated
No matter how much I know I need to do some things, it’s a pain. I have to wash the dishes, but nothing much is going to happen if I […]