Where does emotional intelligence, or EQ, come from? There are two elements of emotional intelligence (also called EQ, or EI): first, an awareness of your own emotions. The second aspect of [...]
A large man walked into his doctor’s office, launched himself up onto the examining table, and extended his right leg. “Doc, it’s broken. You gotta fix it.” The doctor, a [...]
Let’s face it: you’re smart. I mean, if you’re reading this blog, not only are you smart…you obviously have excellent taste. 🙂 But in conversations, presentations and [...]
What’s the difference between a teacher, and a coach? Teaching and training has its place, for learning new skills. But information is everywhere. Believe me, I just googled it. Maybe more [...]
The critical issue for students today is communication. Everyone has a smart phone – but having access is not the same as having skill, if you know what I mean. Across every major, the [...]
Let’s face it: you’re smart. I mean, if you’re reading this blog, not only are you smart…you obviously have excellent taste. But in conversations, presentations and [...]
The VP of Operations (aka my youngest daughter) had been struggling with her grades. Junior high is never easy, and even this bright kid was rowing hard to keep her grades above C-level. When an [...]
The rules of engagement have changed. In a presentation, you've got to engage your audience by following these steps. Find out how to make your presentation more powerful, and deliver your [...]
The economy continues to improve; how's your personal economy right now? The timing might be right for a raise. Here are six steps that can get you closer to the position and pay grade you want.
Integrity is more than just a concept or idea. Integrity requires action. How do you know if you are operating with integrity? It's time to go beyond a textbook definition, and turn integrity [...]
