The latest assertions on how we can bend workplace culture toward greater creativity and innovation.
In the last two minutes of this fascinating interview by Krista Tippet, Ellen Langer tells a story about an insurance adjuster being surprised Dr. Langer wasn't more upset about losing her possessions in a house fire. Well, gee, you know, it’s already taken my stuff,...
"Just follow your instincts." Sometimes that can be great advice. When your brain is confused, your gut can be a compass that helps guide you. This can also be dangerous territory. Following your instincts can prove useful in the short-term, but doing so over the...
There's a story about a young man calling from a restaurant pay phone. The manager of the restaurant overhears the youngster offering to cut someone's lawn, having to reduce the price and even offering extra services. He resigns himself to thanking the lady for her...
What's the last thing that really upset you? Are you still upset about it? Unless it occurred just a few minutes ago or it was a crisis, then probably not. Did it get "fixed?" Did it go away? Or was that thing that upset you not the real issue? Perhaps the real issue...
You can draw your strength from being the "smartest person in the room." But some folks understand the power of everyone in the room working together. If you ignore building a culture of collaboration, these leaders could make you their next meal despite your...
If you don't know what you want, don't worry. Others will tell you. When you have everything they said you wanted, you'll realize you have nothing you desire.
"Nobody ever tells me anything.""How are these decisions made?""Apparently that is on a need-to-know basis, and I don't need to know."If these are phrases heard in your workplace, then there's clearly a communication issue. Despite studies that have shown better...
We all feel it. It's that sense of being stuck. That feeling of helplessness. It is that nagging thought in the back of our mind telling us it won't get better. It is like a big bully holding our head at a distance as we swing our little fists against the wind. It...
If you had to knock down the door to get in, perhaps you arrived at the wrong house.
We all have the same question in our minds as we watch a seemingly tone deaf reality TV show contestant sing and embarrass themselves on a national stage. We wonder the same thing while watching an online video involving someone attempting a trampoline trick or...
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