
don’t allow the process to supplant the goal
In a problem solving discussion, I always want to start at the beginning. It’s not uncommon for me to ask ...
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thinking of self-confidence as understanding of yourself
"Thinking of confidence not as a character trait but as a clear-eyed understanding of yourself puts you on the road ...
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demonstrate your competence instead of announcing your credentials
I used to begin every training session or class I led by saying something like: "So, who is Julie Stiles ...
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doubt your assumptions. what’s the worst thing that could happen?
For as long as I can remember, I ask why. And the asking drives me to investigate. If I'm not ...
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replying to a comment? forfeit the smackdown and choose influence
A few months ago, I read a LinkedIn post by an HR professional who was conducting a video interview with ...
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you inspire me. no matter what.
you inspire me. no matter what. whether you recognize your actions on this list or whether I've missed noting them ...
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We have more in common than not.
I believe we have more in common than not. It doesn't always seem that way at first or at the ...
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no one can do everything but everyone can do something.
You may have seen the following letter written by "This is Us" actor, Lonnie Chavis. These images are from his ...
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Don’t forfeit your opportunities to influence others. part 2: doxing and terminating are easy.
Saw a comment by an HR professional in which they condemned someone for posting a link to a story and ...
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