Decades of research have found 6 primary qualities that go into a successful first impression. To make better first impressions, implement these 6 rules. Continue…
Category Archives: Business
The Top 5 Introvert Leadership Challenges (and How to Beat Them)
Most introverts face these five challenges on the journey to build their leadership skills. Each one can be overcome with a unique approach. Continue…
The Introverted Business Owner: How to Take Care of Yourself and Maintain Your Energy
Research shows that introversion is actually a positive trait for leaders. Although introverts and extroverts can both make excellent bosses, managers, and business owners, there have been studies on introversion and leadership that show a higher rate of productivity in employees who had an introvert as a manager. That said, no matter how much success… Continue…
The Psychology of Dressing Well (And Why You Must To Get Anywhere In Life)
I used to be a sloppy dresser. I never liked that I had to dress a certain way to get the respect I thought I deserved or to get people to listen to me. “What a sham!” I would tell myself. “People should respect me because I know what I’m talking about, not because I’m… Continue…
Effectively Lead The Charge To A Culture Of Innovation
Recent trends in Learning & Development (L&D) training have illustrated how leaders are building and driving cultures of innovation for their businesses with L&D. Conversations with practicing training professionals illustrate some simple but effective leadership and L&D strategies to lead the charge towards innovation. Continue…
Nobody Likes the “Idea Guy”
One time I had a “great” idea for a telephone company. Service would be free—all the calls you want! But you’d have to listen to advertisements before each one. I asked my friend what he thought the idea was worth. His answer: “I don’t know. Telephone companies make a lot of money. Maybe $1 billion?”… Continue…
Ikea Effect: Make People Happy by Putting Them to Work
If you want to be happier, do things for yourself. If you want to make people happy, help them do the same. Continue…
What It Takes to Master a Skill
You can learn skills by imitating those who’ve already mastered them. But mastering them yourself takes creativity and hard work. Continue…
The Craigslist Method: 4 Strategies to Start a Business In Your Spare Time
Many great businesses started as small, part time projects. Here’s how to start yours when you don’t have any time or experience. Continue…
You Didn't Make the Rules, so Why Follow Them?
Have you noticed as more and more of the world goes online and we become more and more connected (yet more independent) that all the… Continue…