When I started in my career, the key to success was having the right answers. Now it’s more about having the right questions.
10 Practical Ways to Boost Your Energy Level
How to Feel Better and Be More Effective
I would describe myself as a high-energy person. But I haven’t always been that way, and it’s certainly no accident. I am very deliberate about managing my energy level.
The High Cost of Shortsighted Frugality
When an Obsession with Paying Less Can Cost You More
Evernote upped its prices last month. The Premium package, which is what I use, jumped from $50 a year to $70. That’s a big hike, and people are complaining like crazy. I can’t tell you how many Twitter and Facebook rants I’ve seen about this. I won’t join the chorus. To me it represents a […]
8 Reasons You’re Exhausted, Overwhelmed, and Unproductive
A Simple Diagnostic Checklist to Get Back on Your Feet at Work
I don’t have to go to the doctor very often. But when I do go, I notice they follow the same routine. It only takes a few minutes, but they start by checking my weight, pulse, blood pressure, and other vitals. The idea is to get a quick read on my overall health. Getting a […]
Camels vs. Stallions
Knowing the Difference Can Eliminate the Friction on Your Team
Every team experiences friction. But there is one source of friction I’ve observed in almost every organization I’ve ever been involved with. It comes down to a simple distinction, and I bet you’ve noticed it too. Depending on what side of the distinction you come down on, it’s easy to get frustrated with people on […]
The Difference Between a Sin and a Mistake
Do You Know the Difference?
A mistake and a sin are two different things. People often confuse the two. But unless they understand the difference, there is no possibility of reconciliation.