When the company taps you on the back, don’t look back. Think about what you need to do (and what not to do) to make yourself successful in your new role. If this scenario hasn’t… Read more
5 Things to Give Away That Will Immediately Improve Your Life
If you’re reading this, you are probably looking for a way to improve the way your work life works. Who doesn’t want that? One way is to throw out unnecessary papers, sure; but I’d like… Read more
This Woman Walks The “Greater Than Yourself” Talk
“Steve Farber’s writings have provided the perfect framework for everyone to find that sense of purpose in their work and daily lives. Our company walked ourselves to great success using this framework, and you can too.” Indie… Read more
You Don’t Have to Wait for a Holiday to Give the Best Gift of All
Who says you have to wait for the holiday season to give presents? What if you could give someone a really special gift every single day that would cost you no money at all? And… Read more
Three Simple Tips to Start Solving Problems in Your Business Today
David Conley found himself on a team of experts who were attempting to design satellite superstructures, a challenge not specifically covered while earning his college degree in nuclear engineering. As he succinctly put it: “What the hell… Read more
3 Signs Your Culture is Starting to Stink
If your organization’s culture sits on either end of two extremes, you don’t need an engagement survey or a high-priced consultant to confirm your reality. You can feel the energy when things are amazing, and… Read more
An Extreme Leadership Culture Study: OAC Services, Inc.
OAC Services, Inc. (OAC) might not be a household name, but its proud tradition of excellence in design and construction-related projects dates back to its founding in 1955. The Seattle-based firm has weathered many economic… Read more
Don’t Eliminate Tension, Harness it
You’ve heard of the legendary Charles Atlas, right? Big dude. He was born Angelo Siciliano, but he changed his name after going from a skinny weakling to a specimen so ripped he resembled the Greek… Read more
How to Build True Friendships in the Business World
Heshie Segal is my friend. I don’t mean that as a disclaimer, but as a prime example of what you’re about to learn from her. British anthropologist Robin Dunbar famously estimated that humans can maintain… Read more
7 Steps to Change Your Company’s Culture
What Is Your Company Culture Having for Breakfast? You’ve heard it said that “culture eats strategy for breakfast.” The snappy little maxim usually is attributed to the late, great management icon Peter Drucker, although you’d… Read more
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