Article #622
There is an essential internal dimension to empowerment which can be defined as “a state in which a person operates by itself and with enthusiasm”. Empowerment of your employees makes you more powerful, simply because empowerment is not a zero sum game. The article ventures into the sensitive area and explains the need to understand the thin line difference between “Result Orientation” and “Bullying” your subordinates.

Post #621
Friday Video: TED Talk – “Let’s face it, we’re all on a one-way street, aren’t we, and what are we going to do? What are we going to do as we go forward to have no regrets looking back?” – Diana Nyad

Article #594
The main objective of this exercise is to jump-start your problem solving ability. The nice thing about it is, it’s easy! This exercise is a great starting point for anyone who isn’t use to regular problem solving as well as for anyone who has used other techniques.

Article #592
My experience made me wonder what it must be like for the millions of job seekers out there who are fighting against fear and disappointment. I wondered how fear and disappointment impacted their job search success. How do you overcome fear and disappointment so you can move forward in your job search?

Article #584
Most people assume that self-control is healthier than impulsiveness. However, this has to be compared to each person’s value system. For example, some communities may demand stringent behavior as regards sexual morality. Other communities will hold that generosity and pacifism are more important than law. Then some communities will stress that allegiance to a mission is what is truly righteous. Which of the communities has the highest standard of morality?

Post #581
Friday Video: TED Talk – Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy shows how “power posing” — standing in a posture of confidence, even when we don’t feel confident — can affect testosterone and cortisol levels in the brain, and might even have an impact on our chances for success.

Article #578
When your energy is depleted, are you burned out or simply bored? How can you tell? Read on.

Article #577
At the end of the day, it is your decision that counts when it comes to the direction that you wish to take in your life. Nobody else can take charge or become accountable of your personal decisions, so you must try your best to improve self control. If your long term and short term goals give you the general idea on how things should be done, self control lays down the foundation for the rationale or motivation to do it.

Article #568
Do you know what you are capable of? Most people have no idea and never genuinely try to discover their true potential. What continues to hold you back? Is it fear of success or failure? Is it fear of the responsibility it may require? Or the risks you may have to take in order to get there?

Article #562
Alright so I just told you yesterday that if you encounter someone who is always complaining or moaning you need to realize they are simply a complainer and moaner so you shouldn’t waste your time asking
why…And now I am telling you just because you are a negative whiner today, doesn’t mean you can’t change! What’s the deal? Ha ha!