We all understand that the idea of “paying it forward” is a good thing. We know that when someone does something thoughtful for us, we should make a conscious effort to spread that goodwill by lending a hand to someone else in turn. But it’s critical to remember that every interaction, no matter how small, offers you a choice to pay forward something either contagiously positive or infectiously negative. Remember What's Important Sometimes this choice is easier than others. It is easy to … [Read more...]
Wellness Workplaces
Healthy people produce healthy results. Great organizations realize that since employees spend most of their waking hours at the office, that time will have an impact—whether positive or negative—on overall health. We can’t ignore that working the wrong way can lead to health and productivity issues due to a tendency to remain sedentary for many hours of the day. Company cultures that prioritize holistic wellness, however, are reframing the way we think about work. The workplace is actually a … [Read more...]
How to Hire a Top Performer Every Time
When hiring new team members, typical organizations focus on resumes and references. Great organizations, on the other hand, focus on selecting the best people based on talent, strengths and fit. It may be faster to scan credentials and hire based on pieces of paper, but I guarantee that a strategic approach will lead to fewer regrets in the future. Simply put, we as leaders need to know what to look for and how to find it. Talent and Strengths When I see people who are miserable at their … [Read more...]
The 7 Podcasts That Will Change Your Life
Back in the day, learning used to mean sitting in rows, staring at a blackboard and trying not to think about all the gum plastered on the underside of your desk. You just had to sit still, try to pay attention and hope that you found some relevant knowledge along the way. Thankfully, the days of rote memorization are far behind us. But even so, the need for more knowledge will never go away. Today, the internet is our classroom, and podcasters are our new teachers. Now, without spending a … [Read more...]
The Most Powerful Ways to Invest in Your Success
Leadership is a lifelong journey of constant improvement; that’s why investing in your own development is the best investment you can possibly make. But in life, there are so many external demands requiring your precious time and resources that the age-old question remains: "What simple steps can I take today to become a better leader tomorrow?” To help you take that next step, I asked Catalyst University 2018 faculty members one powerful question before they took the stage: "If you had … [Read more...]