For something so vital to our everyday success, assertiveness sometimes gets a bad rap. Though in the tapestry of life, assertiveness is the golden thread that weaves together confidence, self-respect, and effective communication. It’s the ability to express yourself authentically, stand up for your rights, and navigate interpersonal interactions with grace and clarity. Yet, for […]
Critical Thinking seems like a pretty good idea, wouldn’t you say? Who among us hasn’t been asked some variation of the following question, typically as a child by a more knowledgeable adult, “Well if so-and-so said to jump off a bridge, too, would you do it? Just because he said so?” That sounds familiar, doesn’t […]
In a world filled with distractions and demands on our time, productivity has become a prized commodity. Whether you’re juggling work responsibilities, personal projects, or academic pursuits, finding ways to maximize your efficiency and output is essential for success. In this blog post, we’ll explore practical strategies and mindset shifts to help you unlock your […]
Creativity has always been a vital tool–starting with our earliest ancestors until even today. If the tribe–or the company–had a visionary, a creative problem solver who could learn to capitalize on a challenge, that group was better equipped to survive–even prosper. Today, in this fast-paced world of ours, the ability to generate new ideas is […]
In a world saturated with information and noise, intuition often takes a backseat to logic and reason. Yet, many successful people attribute their greatest achievements to that inner voice, the subtle nudges guiding them toward the right path. Great innovations and creations come to their developers in dreams or in visions. Even grittier, more logic-based […]
Success is often depicted as a distant, elusive goal, but in reality, it is a result of consistent, intentional actions. Many people dream of achieving success, but few take the necessary steps to make it a reality. This blog post will explore practical strategies to help you take action and become more successful in various […]
One of the challenges posed to me involves what I call the Decision Review. I not only believe in this, I’ve seen it in every relationship where I’ve exerted influence. When we persuade, we are using reason (we hope), emotion (always), and perhaps skill and technique. I’ve experienced first-hand how those we persuade, regardless of […]
Why be an optimist when the cool kids are cynics? If pessimism is in vogue, then this post might seem silly. But there are many reasons to stop and take this seriously. Let’s start with a premise: Optimists live longer, happier lives. To prove that optimism leads to a longer life, consider the Placebo Effect. […]
Since the movie “The Secret” was released, and its companion book of the same name, I’ve been asked a lot about The Law of Attraction. Bear in mind that I’m a pragmatist so if something is useful, even if I can’t explain it or prove it, I’ll use it. Before anything else, I do believe […]
I once had an acquaintance who disliked my use of the word “elegant.” I meant that in a mathematical sense, or if you prefer, a linguistic one. I meant “simplicity,” the beauty of economy and to me, just as a simple sentence or equation could be “elegant,” so could a life. Though the pleasures of […]