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Chris Hughes What's the best personal development book you've read lately?

5 weeks ago from Personal Development

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Tom Volkar: Jen, I also just finished Switch by the Heath Brothers. It is fascinating stuff and answers many self development mysteries.
4 days ago

Scott Asai: @ Timothy, Preach on!
3 days ago

Sal Pellettieri Please check out my review of 'Speak like Churchill, Stand like Lincoln' a great book on how to write and deliver powerful presentations at: MorePlease check out my review of 'Speak like Churchill, Stand like Lincoln' a great book on how to write and deliver powerful presentations at: www.entertheblog.com

2 weeks ago from Personal Development

Arsene Hodali Quote (just for fun): Do not seek to follow in the footsteps of the wise. Seek what they sought. ~ Matsuo Basho

2 weeks ago from Personal Development

Ryan Healy recommended this

Arsene Hodali Another Quote (just for fun again): Everything will be okay in the end... If it's not okay, it's not the end. ~ Unknown

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Benjamin Smith Great list so you can work the machine, versus beating eaten up by it:

Ten Simple Things to Do When Working in Any Large Corporation
MoreGreat list so you can work the machine, versus beating eaten up by it:

Ten Simple Things to Do When Working in Any Large Corporation
http://www.kellytirman.com/2010/01/ten-simple-things-to-remember-when-wo...

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JR Moreau: My time spent in the corporate world has lead me to always ask this question: how much time does one spend working to produce something valuable ...MoreMy time spent in the corporate world has lead me to always ask this question: how much time does one spend working to produce something valuable versus something that is only an example of the control your superiors exert over you. If I can say that most if not all of my energy goes towards the former of those options, then I'd say it's a good job. Otherwise, I'm not interested.
9 weeks ago

Bryon Ownby: I just came across this post. Being that I've been in both worlds, the corporate world wants to track everything and analyze everything to the ...MoreI just came across this post. Being that I've been in both worlds, the corporate world wants to track everything and analyze everything to the core. Analysis is good, but at times, there comes an point to where action should take place. Small businesses - most are focus on getting the job done and value added services are truly value added without to many additional fees.
3 weeks ago

Timothy Johnson III Is there a way to selectively pick and choose the which blog posts you want to send to Brazeen Careerist? Or are all the posts indexed and show up on your fan feed?

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Eric King: Good tip Zach. Ryan, for Blogger or BlogSpot blogs, the feed-per-label can be generated by a url like:

MoreGood tip Zach. Ryan, for Blogger or BlogSpot blogs, the feed-per-label can be generated by a url like:

http://yourblogname.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default/-/Label

Replace the "Label" portion at the end of the url with the blog post category. Note: the "Label" tag is case-sensitive.
3 weeks ago

Ryan Paugh: Thanks Eric, I could never figure that out. I'm a WordPress user myself, but this is good to know because community members ask me that a lot.
3 weeks ago

Maureen Lee Maloney Either you reach a higher point today, or you exercise your strength in order to be able to climb higher tomorrow.- Friedrich Nietzsche

3 weeks ago from Personal Development

Angela Palmier Tribes by Seth Godin--If you have ANY desire for Leadership--your's or leading others, this is a must have. Good insight for teamwork as well. After that, try Linchpin--same author.

5 weeks ago from Personal Development

Brian Heys: If anyone is thinking of getting 'Tribes', check out Audible.com first - you can download the audio version for free. I listened to it today on my ...MoreIf anyone is thinking of getting 'Tribes', check out Audible.com first - you can download the audio version for free. I listened to it today on my commute.
4 weeks ago

Angela Palmier I also liked "It's not what you sell, it's what you stand for" by Roy Spence, Jr. Getting back to "Tribes" it's a cheap download on I-Tunes--I think $10

5 weeks ago from Personal Development

Stanley Lee How do you typically deal with ego-centric people in teamwork settings? Would it be different between being in a leadership and non-leadership role? Also, how would effective communication help ...MoreHow do you typically deal with ego-centric people in teamwork settings? Would it be different between being in a leadership and non-leadership role? Also, how would effective communication help cope with it?

5 weeks ago from Personal Development

JR Moreau: Ego-centric people are fun because they're usually too busy thinking about themselves to realize they're being mocked. I feel like joking around ...MoreEgo-centric people are fun because they're usually too busy thinking about themselves to realize they're being mocked. I feel like joking around with them, stroking their ego to get what you want or or making minimal interactions altogether are the three best ways to deal with this.
5 weeks ago

Sean Cooper: Ego-centric people are people too. Especially in a teamwork environment, you can not ignore them or team them harshly. This will go against the ...MoreEgo-centric people are people too. Especially in a teamwork environment, you can not ignore them or team them harshly. This will go against the team concept your company is trying to create. I suggest you get to know them a bit better and find out what makes them tick or what are their interests. You may be surprised that they are not as bad as you previously thought and just may have something valuable to contribute to the company, your department and you.
5 weeks ago

Bobbi Actually, I have only just begun and I have been reading what blogs I can come across. If you could recommend something that would be great!

5 weeks ago from Personal Development

Sean Cooper: Hi Bobbi
Check out this new blog on the Myth of Time Management
It deals with getting our personal, social and business life ...MoreHi Bobbi
Check out this new blog on the Myth of Time Management
It deals with getting our personal, social and business life organized and in order. It challenges the current organizational tips mainly the idea of "Time Management" and introduces a new concept call "Task Management" It teaches that there is a better way to manage our busy schedules.
So far it has four parts to it. The below URL is Part 1, follow the blog to the rest.

TIME vs.TASK MANAGEMENT
http://wp.me/pJL9V-3

Sean
5 weeks ago

Stanley Lee Is this an appropriate network to ask about various questions on teamwork?

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Tony Deblauwe: Sure why not? HR network as well. What's your question?
5 weeks ago

Stanley Lee: I'm planning to write a few blog posts about teamwork in general, as there are a fair number of things in teams at school that had been bothering ...MoreI'm planning to write a few blog posts about teamwork in general, as there are a fair number of things in teams at school that had been bothering me. I haven't encountered as many of such problems in non-school teams, but I acknowledge that they exist. Will post the first question here later in the day (I may also post other related questions in other networks to get more variety).
5 weeks ago

Sal Pellettieri Please check out my blog post on learning from failure:
http://www.entertheblog.com/
Thx!

5 weeks ago from Personal Development

Cybyl George I'm learning to stay positive even when everyone I interview with says "no". Currently, I'm going to school to expand on my education. Eventually, I will get a yes.

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Bear Heiser: Cybyl,

Way to take action! I would say the opposite if you had said "I'm going to TRY to expand my education." During your ...MoreCybyl,

Way to take action! I would say the opposite if you had said "I'm going to TRY to expand my education." During your interviews there must be a time when you are asked a question where your answer didn't seem to be what the interviewer was looking for, so my suggestion to you is to make a note each time this happens. It's all about having CONFIDENCE in your current abilities.
6 weeks ago

Bear Heiser: If that doesn't work for you I would suggest asking the interviewer if he/she has any questions, comments, or concerns about your resume. This is ...MoreIf that doesn't work for you I would suggest asking the interviewer if he/she has any questions, comments, or concerns about your resume. This is not a commonly asked question and it should catch them off guard most likely sparking an honest response. Confidence!!!
6 weeks ago

Drew Slater New blog post!! MySpin: 4 tips for any public relations professional http://bit.ly/4UdwOz

7 weeks ago from Personal Development

Sal Pellettieri Please check out my blog post on the usefulness of checklists;
MorePlease check out my blog post on the usefulness of checklists;
http://www.entertheblog.com/2010/01/28/are-checklists-worth-the-effort-t...
Any feedback would be appreciated, thx!

7 weeks ago from Personal Development

Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach People-Skills Tip for the New Week: Spread the positive; fix the negative. ~Kate Nasser #communication

8 weeks ago from Personal Development

Chris Ostini Andrew I have an idea for the 500 limit in the comments. If you put in a line to establish where the 500 blank in a dotted line to show separation of limits. Can give authors more speed and reduce ...MoreAndrew I have an idea for the 500 limit in the comments. If you put in a line to establish where the 500 blank in a dotted line to show separation of limits. Can give authors more speed and reduce the chances of minimal content over trying to fit in the limit. Thanks ;) Brazen rock stars

9 weeks ago from Personal Development

Anne Botha Those are good points, but I need to ask two important question. How do you balance those acts without being slave to them? How do the duties in your list factor into building a political presense ...MoreThose are good points, but I need to ask two important question. How do you balance those acts without being slave to them? How do the duties in your list factor into building a political presense in a large corporation?

9 weeks ago from Personal Development

Benjamin Smith: My thoughts:
1) I believe the list actually helps create balance
I haven't fully lived the list - but without having ever seen it, ...MoreMy thoughts:
1) I believe the list actually helps create balance
I haven't fully lived the list - but without having ever seen it, and having done pretty well navigating large companies, I realize most of these items are necessary to survive, thrive and advance.
2) Difference between reputation & political presence. Following the spirit of the list and delivering good results likely builds a solid reputation. A boost via politics often requires promotion by yourself & others to fan your flame.
9 weeks ago

Andrea V. Lewis My personal mantra for 2010 is:

Do. Lear. Share.

What's yours?

11 weeks ago from Personal Development

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Andrea V. Lewis: Love it! It's definitely true. Thanks for sharing Steven. =)
10 weeks ago

Benjamin Smith: I thought maybe Lear was to represent high flying ambitions, or you just want a corporate jet :)
9 weeks ago

Andrew Shell The Grandmaster in the Corner Office: What the Study of Chess Experts Teaches Us about Building a Remarkable Life MoreThe Grandmaster in the Corner Office: What the Study of Chess Experts Teaches Us about Building a Remarkable Life http://bit.ly/8cZwbo

This article makes me really think about how I can improve in areas of my life by applying "Deliberate Practice".

10 weeks ago from Personal Development

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Steven Churchill: The post has the same flavor as "How Einstein Got So Smart - 10 Learning Hacks" - MoreThe post has the same flavor as "How Einstein Got So Smart - 10 Learning Hacks" - http://bit.ly/7W3b6E

10 weeks ago

Michael Klein: Thanks...I liked this. I am in a singing organization and I think what I saw for myself and others is the key element of deliberate practice, and ...MoreThanks...I liked this. I am in a singing organization and I think what I saw for myself and others is the key element of deliberate practice, and including the 6 traits of good practice. Best to you!
10 weeks ago

Rachel Hi everyone! I went to a fantastic networking event last night and I wanted to share the information on the speaker as he had a lot of great things to say on being accountable in business - it was ...MoreHi everyone! I went to a fantastic networking event last night and I wanted to share the information on the speaker as he had a lot of great things to say on being accountable in business - it was really insightful and makes you think how important accountability is in the workplace not just from others but from yourself. Check out partnersinleadership.com or the book The Oz Principle by Craig Hickman (he was the speaker). Really good stuff for us striving to make a difference in the workforce!

10 weeks ago from Personal Development

Kate Nasser, The People-Skills Coach Sorry for my previous URL mistake. Terrence Wong's post is at http://bit.ly/57UHvo.

10 weeks ago from Personal Development

Mike Bruny What's your theme or Moto for 2010?

11 weeks ago from Personal Development

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Mike Bruny: Good for you Anna! I've moved from balance to balancing. The difference for me has been putting the energy where it's needed, when it's needed. ...MoreGood for you Anna! I've moved from balance to balancing. The difference for me has been putting the energy where it's needed, when it's needed. I have a pretty cool program called, "Your Essence" that assist with recovery of values so you can make better decisions and have a platform to create goals. Send me a personal message if you would like me to email you something that may be helpful.

Your Ambassador,
Bruny
11 weeks ago

Andrea V. Lewis: Do. Lear. Share.

=)
11 weeks ago