October 14, 2013
Offices can feel like breeding grounds for gossip. So how do you avoid being at the center of it? Here are a few tips: Play nice with the gossip queen. When someone creates drama, your first instinct may be to keep your distance. But people often gossip when they feel…
October 09, 2013
Stephen R. Covey, Ph.D wrote The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People in 1989 and it became an instant hit. Let's take a look at the fifth habit, “Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” To make this practical, think about someone you have been frustrated with; perhaps your…
September 26, 2013
How do you know if the advice you’ve been given is reliable? The answer might not be what you think. Here are three surprising factors you need to take into account when deciding whether to follow someone’s advice. Be irrational. When someone gives you advice, it can sound convincing when…
September 17, 2013
When you’re turned down for a job or a promotion, it’s easy to take it personally and beat yourself up. But if you want to continue progressing, it’s important to put rejection in perspective. Keep your plans flexible. In the moment, being turned down can feel like a major disappointment.…
September 10, 2013
Do you find yourself in professional situations where you know what you want, but are not quite sure how to get it? Do you often have trouble finding the courage or the right words to ask for it? Does the thought of asking for what you want give you varying…
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