We all want to be well liked. Some people want it to be more successful or popular, others want it because it feels good, and still others are people pleasers (be careful, there!). It’s not vain or self-serving to want … Read More
Do you love to engage in conversation for hours and hours? Or do you prefer quality versus quantity when it comes to conversation? Do you prefer to talk only with people you already know? Or are you happiest talking to … Read More
You tear into the bright blue, snowman-spattered wrap, wondering what it could possibly hide. Underneath all the ribbon and tape, you see . . . a Christmas cat sweater. And it’s hideous. “Thanks,” you muster with your most convincing smile, … Read More
I have been fortunate to experience leadership from both the corporate arena and from a consulting perspective, where, interestingly, I have found that the dynamics of human leadership are the same everywhere. Candidly speaking, a lot of people in leadership … Read More
Compliments: The Ultimate Free Holiday Gift When we offer compliments, we feel better about ourselves by making other people feel better about themselves! And when we accept a compliment gracefully, it works the same way. Compliments are little gifts of … Read More
Confidence: Increase Yours in 8 Simple Steps Have you ever felt less than confident? Confidence can be an issue for most people at different times in life, especially during the social events and financial obligations of the holiday season. Some … Read More
Funeral Etiquette Death is a challenging topic to discuss gracefully. This makes funerals tough and uncertain territory, obviously for those who have lost a loved one, but also for those who know, love, or support those who have suffered a … Read More
Whether you are a wizard in your career or you are looking for a new opportunity, you are not young anymore—at least on paper. That often complicates things in a world that considers you “old” in your forties and fifties, … Read More
Interview Attire to Best Impress Each Office Type Social presence and appearance are the first things people notice about you, and few places is this more important than at an interview, when dressing to impress can be key to securing … Read More
How to Keep Your (Or Someone Else’s) Office Romance From Ruining Your Career At some point in your career, you’ll likely watch an office romance unfold—maybe even your own! And this February, while love is in the air, chances are … Read More