Many management practices stem from command-control models of organizations. The bosses command, and the troops are supposed to follow. Sadly,…
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Are you an out-of-date commander or a gardener of talent?
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Posted in Overcoming Obstacles, Talent in the Workplace
Posted in Overcoming Obstacles, Talent in the Workplace
How Winners Use Obstacles for Success
We celebrate people who overcome obstacles to accomplish important objectives. They are people like Daniel Kish who taught himself to…
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Are you expecting too much from your job?
It’s normal to feel that the bloom is off the rose after a time on a new job. It’s what…
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Questions to Ask Before Taking a New Job
OK. You have an employer interested in you. Your interviews are going great. Now, you need to do a gut…
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“How to Take Risks Wisely”
The fast-changing, uncertain environment in which we live requires risk taking. As a colleague commented, “If you are traveling from…
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A Tale of Two Talents: Robin Williams and Eddie Murphy
Robin Williams and Eddie Murphy had so much in common. Both had roots in the San Francisco standup comedy scene. …
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Is Professionalism Killing Your Talent?
Professionalism doesn’t mean you have to be staid. In fact, effective professionals find ways to be appropriately self-expressive. They stand…
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How Far Can You Stretch?
In “Take Charge of Your Talent,” we advocate making healthy stretches as an approach to getting the most from our…
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