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Blind Spots That Plague Even The Best Leaders
Even the most iconic leaders have blind spots. Here’s how to spot the ones that could be dangerous–and keep the ones that are actually ben..
Brainstorming Is Killing Your Creativity
Our go-to method for problem solving is majorly flawed. Here’s how to flip it on its head.
These 7 Common Speaking Habits Undercut Your Credibility
These simple behaviors are easy to fall into when you’re nervous, but they can make listeners think twice about taking you seriously.
This Accountability Tactic Works For Kids, Teens, And Work Teams
Trying to build a “culture of accountability” puts the wagon before the horse, one behavioral psychologist explains.
The Best Mentors Ask These 8 Questions
An essential part of being a good mentor is asking the right questions. Here’s a cheat sheet to get you started.
Three Types Of Work Culture And How To Hire For Each Of Them
Assessing “culture fit” shouldn’t be a gut decision. Here’s how to interview candidates with more precision, based on what your work cultu..
This Is How To Make A Team Brainstorming Session Effective
You can’t always pull creativity out of thin air, but you can design situations that foster creative ideas.
How Radical Empathy Can Improve Employee Performance and Morale
Really listening to someone’s personal story of belonging can help you understand them and forge a connection not often present in the off..
Stop Doing These Four Things That Sabotage Your Meetings
It’s not completely your fault. No one teaches you how to run a productive meeting. Until now.
Ask These 4 Empathetic Questions When You’re Struggling To Listen
Losing your patience and beginning to tune out (or line up a snide rebuttal)? Try this instead.