Martial Artist Bruce Lee Once upon a time it was typical for a college graduate to secure a high-paying job, buy a home, find your life partner and begin a family all by the time you were in your mid to late twenties. This bit of conventional wisdom seems to have expired about a decade…
In this economic landscape, quitting a job is not something to be taken lightly. If you find yourself daydreaming about quitting, make sure it’s what you want. Remember, the grass is greener where you water. However, there are some legitimate reasons why it may be necessary to quit. Here are some reasons to consider quitting…
According to a new report by the American Association of University Women, men still earn more money than women. The question: how much of this gap can be chalked up to different major and career choices of men and women, and how much can be attributed to gender discrimination, subconscious or not, on the part…
Google is king. Despite the efforts of other search engines (we’re looking at you, Bing) to sway customers to their side, Google remains the most used search engine. It uses a secret algorithm to determine “relevance”, and where a company appears in Google search engine results has serious implications for a business’s future. In barely…
We all know charisma is important, but few of us know how to be charismatic. Many people think it’s something you’re born with and that it’s impossible to learn. While some people’s personalities may be more naturally charismatic, there are some simple tricks to increase your charisma quotient: Be kind. People are drawn to those…
Since its invention, we have been enamored with the photograph. Why do we respond so strongly to images? And how has this penchant for images been changing the social media landscape. Photography allows us to capture life’s most important events. We can immortalize famous moments in history, beloved relatives, young children before they grow up,…
We all know charisma is important, but few of us know how to be charismatic. Many people think it’s something you’re born with and that it’s impossible to learn. While some people’s personalities may be more naturally charismatic, there are some simple tricks to increase your charisma quotient: Be kind. People are drawn to those…
Cultivating strong communication skills takes practice, time, and humility. Word choice is important, but not nearly as influential as body language and tone. The goal of communication is to transmit an idea, not impress someone with your power or intelligence. Be clear. Don’t over think it. Define your message with clear, concise, and powerful language.…
Self-promotion is tricky. Whether online or in-person, you want to promote your business or cause, but don’t want to appear annoying or boastful. When does healthy self-promotion cross the line? How can you avoid common pitfalls that make you seem big-headed or bothersome? From a personal branding standpoint, the first thing to remember is that…
Is there a difficult conversation you’ve been putting off? Managing our emotions during difficult conversations is challenging, but possible. With preparation, practice, and an open mind, having difficult conversations can be a little easier. Here are some tips for your next difficult conversation: Prepare. Practice having the conversation with someone else or in front of…