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Amy Calhoun In reading "Switch," by the Heath brothers, research shows that we create positive illusions for ourselves. These positive illusions make us think we are good leaders, do above-average work and have lower risk of illness compared with others. Without being too hard on yourself, how does one get a clearer picture of who you are and what you really are accomplishing? This will be a new challenge for me as I try to view myself more accurately and make changes accordingly.

103 weeks ago from Inspiring Leadership, The Boss-Employee Relationship, Professional Development and Power Couples 2 more

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Connie Roman: There is no clear picture, but there is a picture. You make a list of positive and negative things about you to figure out exactly who you are. ...MoreThere is no clear picture, but there is a picture. You make a list of positive and negative things about you to figure out exactly who you are. Most likely the positives outweigh the negatives. Make a list of accomplishments completed and a list of goals. This should help you get an idea of where you want to go. Sometimes you have just plug along and one day wake up and it will hit you smack dab in the middle of your face! In other words you already see the whole picture, its just a matter of living it.
103 weeks ago

Chris Paugh: I am very demanding of myself and I am a top performer. But when I feel that I am not providing value to the organization, I reevaluate by ...MoreI am very demanding of myself and I am a top performer. But when I feel that I am not providing value to the organization, I reevaluate by speaking with my boss and other peers within the company and look for opportunities to do so.
103 weeks ago

Ryan Paugh What's your etiquette for picking up the phone when your spending quality time with your significant other? My girlfriend and I are both guilty of checking our email or answering a text message when we're supposed to be focused on each other. We try to set rules, but we don't always follow them. What are your rules, and what are the exceptions to those rules?

105 weeks ago from mobile, Smartphone Friends and Power Couples 1 more

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Elizabeth Williams: It depends. During "date" time (dinner, watching TV/Movies together, etc.) we either have our phones off or in another room. Even though my cell ...MoreIt depends. During "date" time (dinner, watching TV/Movies together, etc.) we either have our phones off or in another room. Even though my cell phone is my business phone, I don't answer it during dinner, period; during out date times, I check the caller ID and if it's a client, I answer. If it's friends, family, or a business, I don't. We also have a no texting/tweeting rule about dinner / "date time" with the exception of the first five minutes we're in a restaurant, movie theatre, etc. so we can check in on Foursquare.
105 weeks ago

Sean Masters: @Ty or 20% of people aged 18-30 lie on surveys. Probably a mix of the two (actually doing it either in good fun or out of boredom, or lying on the ...More@Ty or 20% of people aged 18-30 lie on surveys. Probably a mix of the two (actually doing it either in good fun or out of boredom, or lying on the survey).
105 weeks ago

Rebecca Thorman I just read in the WSJ that there's a trend for women to start having kids early again. As someone very much focused on my career, this makes my stomach turn a little, but I'm happy for the many people I know having babies right now. Do you see any signs of this trend among people you know? Are you or others having children earlier rather than holding off for more financial security?

106 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur, Working Moms and Young Professional Women (YPW)1 more

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Rebecca Thorman: Ciara - I think it's all there - just click "more."
106 weeks ago

Ciara: what I said was that according to Freakonomic's first book having kids later in life does not help them out (if you're worried about their ...Morewhat I said was that according to Freakonomic's first book having kids later in life does not help them out (if you're worried about their smarts). They are going to turn out how they turn out according to WHO YOU ARE. and there's nothing you can do about it. Nothing against waiting, but if you're waiting later in life for THEIR benefit, you're wasting your time.
106 weeks ago

paulmacp Do Ask! Do Tell! Why does everyone act like people don't have sex (date) in the work place?

106 weeks ago from Work/Life Blur

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Emily Jasper: My organization is FILLED with couples, many of whom met here. I think the difference was that most of them worked for different parts of the ...MoreMy organization is FILLED with couples, many of whom met here. I think the difference was that most of them worked for different parts of the company and in different locations. Now, it could be that everyone was fortunate and found their soulmate. Casual hook ups, on the other hand, usually come with more issues.
106 weeks ago

Angelo Recaman: @Paul Great Question! Now I am wondering how big companies such as Google, Merryl Lynch & Co, Microsoft and etc handle with situations like ...More@Paul Great Question! Now I am wondering how big companies such as Google, Merryl Lynch & Co, Microsoft and etc handle with situations like that. Does somebody have a good answer about that?
103 weeks ago

Ryan Healy When I used to work at IBM, I mostly blogged and read books for my professional development, and now that I'm at a start-up, it seems like I'm constantly learning. What types of activities do you engage in to keep learning at your job? And which are the most useful to success in your industry? Books? Magazines? Conferences? Classes? Young professional events? Webinars? Looking forward to hearing all that you do to continue your education once you're in the workplace.

106 weeks ago from Professional Development, Entrepreneurs and Upstarts!1 more

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Angelo Recaman: @Ryan what a great post! I always thinking about that, for sure book is an amazing thing that usually you read a study based on years of research ...More@Ryan what a great post! I always thinking about that, for sure book is an amazing thing that usually you read a study based on years of research coming from the author but anyway, I still thinking that the best way to learn is through interaction(people and experience)

@Dan Such as Dan told but sometimes it's not worthwhile you do an action without a little bit of research and achieve a mistake that you couldn't do if you did the research!

Honestly I don't think anything on the internet today get enough to interact people with experience to a video conference to debate civilized how to achieve better improvements for the common sense talking generally.

Looking forward to hear new comments!
103 weeks ago

Angelo Recaman: @Dan I don't think I express myself good, however the point is I believe on learn by doing is a good way but it isn't enough. My view is that the ...More@Dan I don't think I express myself good, however the point is I believe on learn by doing is a good way but it isn't enough. My view is that the doing, the research, the contacts, etc, I mean that the mix of experience and knowledge coming from a diversity of sources makes you be an exceptional and potential LIFE LEARNERS from the others
103 weeks ago

Stanley Lee I personally want to blog and discover about the topic about a possibly cliche topic: knowledge is power. Conventionally, power is measured by the amount of material and time wealth, in addition to the level of influence. I think as we head into the information age, knowledge is a new currency of power. What do you think about this? Thanks in advance!

107 weeks ago from Creatively Inspired

Anita Mathis: Beyond "knowledge is power" there is "powerful knowledge". The number of "things" to know is endless. Knowing the right things is where the power ...MoreBeyond "knowledge is power" there is "powerful knowledge". The number of "things" to know is endless. Knowing the right things is where the power and influence lay.
107 weeks ago

Dain: Hey Stanley. I think your topic is becoming very popular. I'm hearing a lot about information is the new currency especially in the internet ...MoreHey Stanley. I think your topic is becoming very popular. I'm hearing a lot about information is the new currency especially in the internet marketing world. I think it's a great topic and I like learning about it. Just take a different twist on the topic and i think you're golden. BTW took a look at your blog. The four hour work week has been a large influence on me as well.
107 weeks ago

Anita Mathis I'm not sure what you mean by, "let me offer that 'wild ideas' with the flavor of The Secret, power of intention, and other such hyperbolic metaphysics would be best presented through an Experimental Design or Measurement Criteria."...Are you talking about some sort of quantifiable data or proof something is true?

107 weeks ago from Esoterica

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Anita Mathis: I've read books on Quantum Physics that approach proving concepts such as the Soul and the Self that are vague and virtually unprovable - actually ...MoreI've read books on Quantum Physics that approach proving concepts such as the Soul and the Self that are vague and virtually unprovable - actually very confusing.(forgive future grammar errors.)People believe what they can see and experience and that too is subjective. So, this will be interesting.
107 weeks ago

Zachary Stark Jones: :) I certainly don't have ambitions that this BC network will prove the soul. Personally, the soul is quite evident. The ways in which we, as ...More:) I certainly don't have ambitions that this BC network will prove the soul. Personally, the soul is quite evident. The ways in which we, as leaders, developers, designers, etc can stimulate or improve the soul... I'd like that to be fair game here.
107 weeks ago

Elizabeth Raley Being part of a power couple is great - someone who encourages you, understands the career challenges, etc. But I've noticed advice usually is more likely taken outside of the relationship. I know I can tell my husband the perfect strategy, but it may mean more to him if he hears it from a colleague or a superior. And I have his respect, but it's just the reality of it.

108 weeks ago from Power Couples

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Elizabeth Raley: For me it's more about the fact that he knows me too well, there's a layer of familiarity that sometimes affects him always remembering how wise I ...MoreFor me it's more about the fact that he knows me too well, there's a layer of familiarity that sometimes affects him always remembering how wise I am ;)
108 weeks ago

Jennifer Koren: I never offer advice to my husband but let him come to me if he has issues that he wants my opinion on. I have learned that if he comes to me ...MoreI never offer advice to my husband but let him come to me if he has issues that he wants my opinion on. I have learned that if he comes to me with an issue that he's struggling with then he wants my take on it which is going to be drastically different than his colleague's. He does the same in return for me. If I don't ask...which I tend not to any way, then he doesn't get involved.
108 weeks ago

Anita Mathis Years ago my mother told me, "marriage is like a business." Today I know that business is like a marriage and it takes a lot of work to make it successful. Having the right foundation built on core values and respect is essential. I am married from a family sense but single from a business sense.

109 weeks ago from Power Couples

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Marie McKinney-Oates: I love the marriage is a business analogy. And I think business books typically give much better relationship/marriage advice than most ...MoreI love the marriage is a business analogy. And I think business books typically give much better relationship/marriage advice than most relationship/marriage books do.
109 weeks ago

Aurian Campbell: Right on, Anita. Since both business and marriage are completely dependent on the quality of communication exercised, it makes complete sense to ...MoreRight on, Anita. Since both business and marriage are completely dependent on the quality of communication exercised, it makes complete sense to draw such a parallel.

Interestingly enough, Marie, one of the speakers at a conference I just went to drew a similar parallel between leadership and parenting. She had the entire audience vote as to whether a given quote was from a leadership/management book or a parenting book. Needless to say the audience was split on every single quote! The exercise gave us a new perspective on the skills gained during mat/pat leave and how they can apply to the a return to the office.
106 weeks ago

Stanley Lee In your opinion, do you think recruiting a new member for a small team resembling those making up the "start-up" companies is equivalent in concept of a typical firm's HR and technical teams recruiting a new employee? Also great to hear your explanations. Thanks.

113 weeks ago from Entrepreneurs

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Dale Beermann: @Stanley re: the likability factor. Good question. If you don't get along, it doesn't matter what your working towards, things will fall apart. ...More@Stanley re: the likability factor. Good question. If you don't get along, it doesn't matter what your working towards, things will fall apart. I've seen it happen myself.
113 weeks ago

Carol Harris: that is so true, if you don't get along, no ideas will flourish, no flourish, no growth.
113 weeks ago

Anita Mathis I just got finished listening to "Maximum Achievement", by Brian Tracy. I'm curious about how forgiveness can be applied in a professional setting. With family and friends, yeah, I can see it. But, what about when someone stabs you in the back or is trying to ruin your career? Any thoughts?

114 weeks ago

Anita Mathis Some people are just naturally better liars than others. For example, as a child my sister could lie on demand. She did it partially because, in my opinion, she didn't feel you deserved to know the truth. That's a sense of entitlement. But, she wasn't afraid of getting caught either. I believe, that's a hallmark trait of successful corporate swindlers - deal with the consequences and get it over...BTW, my sister is a happy housewife today....http://tinyurl.com/yztvuas

114 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Anita Mathis Career progression shouldn't have to be based on having a higher title or making more money than someone else does.

114 weeks ago

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Anita Mathis: When I got my first job, the most important thing for me to do was to prove that I was equal to everybody else. Maybe I wanted to be superior than ...MoreWhen I got my first job, the most important thing for me to do was to prove that I was equal to everybody else. Maybe I wanted to be superior than everybody else. Anyway, my goal was to become "The Manager". When I was in high school I took a career test and it said that I should do that job too. So, I was stuck on be a manager for years. After a few stages of career transition, I discovered what I really wanted was the opportunity to create something. My business, AMA Unified Communications became that creation.
114 weeks ago

Andrea V. Lewis Instead of focusing on what I had done professionally in the past, I focused on what I wanted to do in the future.

114 weeks ago

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Mike Dammann: yeah we can always type on it :)
113 weeks ago

Mike Dammann: funny how people always say that they don't have a camera. Normally I say "I'm not fluent in sign language anyways"
113 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Jenn Pedde My bright idea of the day - Follow Up. So incredibly important to the development of yourself, your project, your ambitions, your ideas. Without doubling back, checking in, building on your work, nothing will really get accomplished.

114 weeks ago

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Ty Unglebower: How long do you do so without response before you move on?
106 weeks ago

Jenn Pedde: Depends on what you're following up on I suppose. A resume submission? A month maybe as long as you're continuing your search. A project for ...MoreDepends on what you're following up on I suppose. A resume submission? A month maybe as long as you're continuing your search. A project for work, a day or two? You really have to feel it out. Exhaust your options, make sure you make a valiant effort. Sometimes things just aren't meant to be, but at least you did what you were supposed to do by following up initially.
105 weeks ago

TOP IDEA: Stanley Lee Nomadic lifestyle is the new desired lifestyle in terms of employment stability, locational curiosity, financial wealth, and cultural understanding.

115 weeks ago

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