Every Action You Make is a Statement

Every decision is a statement. Some are statements to the masses.…

A Culture of Constant Flattery Conceals the Truth

Flattery is like chewing gum. Enjoy it but don't swallow it. -…

Yes, We Can Ditch the Drama

“I am not a victim of emotional conflicts. I am human.” -…

Are you (or your boss) being poisoned by power?

Deborah Gruenfeld is a professor of Organizational Behavior…

The Secret is to be Valuable not Successful

On July 17, 1981 in a Hyatt Regency in Kansas City MO, two…

When You Close One Door, Another Opens

"When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long…

Thank Outside the Box

The promotion you just got? A beautiful sunset with your family?…

You Will Feel Happier When You Appreciate Others

Expressing appreciation for someone in your life can change…

How to Stop Your Boss From Ruining Your Work

I had several different bosses during the early years of writing…

An Amazing Story You Won't Believe

Most people don't have that willingness to break bad habits.…

The Four Things I Believe Will Make You Happy and Successful

Following is the commencement address I gave on Saturday at my…

Assume Best Intentions

A young woman is waiting in a busy airport. She has some time…

Kindness is the Killer App

I recently interviewed Gene Klein, 87-year old holocaust survivor,…

Signs of an Impending Bozo Explosion

It's true that often those who are the most assertive in their…

The False Promise of Multitasking

  Leadership presence requires being present. - Scott…

Does your boss have a sense of humor?

Did you ever walk in a room and forget why you walked in? I think…

How We Spend Our Days Is How We Spend Our Lives

How we spend our days is, of course, how we spend our lives. …

2 Small Things that Make the Biggest Difference

Age wrinkles the body. Quitting wrinkles the soul. - Douglas…

Giving Leadership: Why Influence and Inclusion Matter More Than Ever

Paul Hiltz, President of Mercy Healthcare, might be the toughest…

The 8 Sources of True Confidence

Whether you think you can, or you can't -- you're right. -…