I am good at a few things. But waiting is not one of them. In this post, I share five strategies I am currently using to cope in those situations where I don’t have a choice.
Archive for Leadership
13 Ways to Make Your Employees Pull Their Hair Out
How Horrible Bosses Can Make Workers Miserable
Sadly, I would have to say that I have learned more from bad bosses that good ones. Specially, they taught me what not to do. Here are 13 lessons.
Ten Difficult, But Really Important Words
Here’s What to Say When You Blow It
Many words in the English language are difficult. In fact, there’s even a Dictionary of Difficult Words. But none are more difficult than these: “I’m sorry. I was wrong. Will you please forgive me?”
The Secret to Negotiating a Better Deal
3 Ways to Put Yourself Exactly Where You Need to Be
Years ago, I received some great advice about how to negotiate the deal you want. In fact, I would say this is the secret to successful negotiating.
I’m Going on a Sabbatical, and You Should Too
5 Things I Learned When We Got Away From It All
I am about to embark on a sabbatical for the next month to get away, enjoy time with family, and do some long-range thinking. Americans typically don’t take all of their vacation days, much less go off on sabbaticals. The idea of an extended period away from work may sound like an exotic concept or, […]
What I’ve Learned From Being Fired
3 Things Being Canned Taught Me About Management
It’s easy to look at successful people and envy their situation. What you often don’t see is the pain they went through to get there. I’ve made lots of mistakes. In fact, I’ve actually been fired from three jobs. Here’s what I learned.