As humans we all need comfort; It is one of our basic needs. At the same time, we need growth. I’ve realized that there are a lot of quotes around this idea that in order to do something amazing we need to get out of our comfort zones. It’
Our reputations are built on ourselves. Whether or not we’re in the office, talking with people in person or online, what we display is what others believe to be true about us. Before stepping on stage, first impressions and communication occur. This ‘stage’ that I’m talking about are
When employees say that they’ll do something, you expect them to do so – the same goes for leaders. When employees fail to follow through, they are sometimes seen as being unfit for the task – the same is true for leaders. It can be unsettling when someone makes you a
So, you’ve decided to move to Minnesota. Upon arriving you’re given the warmest greeting from your new neighbors. It’s nice of course, but a lot different than the state that you moved from. The nice residents are but one way Minnesota is different from most other states.
While it’s important to capitalize on your strengths it’s important that it’s done in moderation. It’s easy to recognize strengths as a positive, but fail to see when they’ve been overused. For instance, a leadership strength might be that they are strong communicators. When overused,
The key in learning how to be successful isn’t focusing on what isn’t working, but by focusing on what is working. Which may require taking some different steps. For instance, if you’re not happy with the results you’re getting because you’re taking the same steps
Titles that other people give you are far more important than the title your job gives you. Meeting a compassionate and kind human being or listening to their life story on how they got to where they are today, will always hold a higher significance than what they do for
How can you spot a leader? Is it because their name-tag or parking spot displays “Manager?” Are they the founder of a startup company? An administrator? Politician? Or the head coach to a team? Well, those are all titles. These people may be leaders, but just because they have a
In the worst moments, it can feel like you’re on your own. You can feel overwhelmed by the distance between where you are now and where you want to go. Pause for a moment and imagine a sporting event, a concert, or a show. Typically, people attend these events
“She’s as cold as ice.” “He doesn’t delegate tasks well.” “She only cares about short-term goals.” “He isn’t very people-oriented.” “She doesn’t trust us to do our jobs.” “He needs to stop micromanaging us.” You’ve probably heard one or more of the phrases listed above
Almost every company has a mission statement, inspirational quote, or paragraph in its employee handbook that says something along the lines of talent and that the employees are their greatest asset. Except how many organizations believe it to be true? People may write those words with good intentions, but don’
Typical neighbor encounters occur in this order: smile, say hello or wave, and keep walking. Although it might feel uncomfortable to break the cycle, getting to know your neighbors on a personal level has many benefits. For instance, it builds community within your apartment building and opens doors to things