“If you really want to escape the things that harass you, what you’re needing is not to be in a different place but to be a different person.” – Lucius Annaeus Seneca, Letters from a Stoic The American Psychological Association reported in July of this year that the #1 source of stress for Americans… Continue reading The Way You’re Dealing With Stress Is All Wrong
Category: Master Your Job
How To Keep Others From Believing In You
Guest post from Madeleine Eno, In the Write Place “Apologizing for unintentional, low-profile, non-egregious errors erodes our self-confidence and, in turn, the confidence others have in us.” – Lois Frankel, PhD [Tweet this!] On a camping trip to the hot springs a couple weekends ago, I thought I’d give myself a little challenge.… Continue reading How To Keep Others From Believing In You
3 Things You Must Do by the End of the Year
For tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today. African Proverb Have you identified those places you want to use white-knuckles instead of waiting for courage to show up? Well, if you’re thinking, “Nah, I’m good,” I’ve got some suggestions for you (of course!). Someone asked me, what are a… Continue reading 3 Things You Must Do by the End of the Year
How to Always Get the Answers You’re Looking For
“One of the most important things one can do in life is to brutally question every single thing you are taught.” – Bryant McGill Have you ever heard the story about the woman who cuts off the end of the ham before putting it in the oven pan? Her grandchild asks why she… Continue reading How to Always Get the Answers You’re Looking For
8 Questions You Should Be Asking Your Boss
It’s dreadful what little things lead people to misunderstand each other. – L.M. Montgomery, Emily’s Quest Many years ago I attended my cousin Helen’s wedding in Buffalo, NY. At the reception brunch my wonderful Aunt Sophie regaled the table with her usual good humor, relaying the marital advice she gave the happy couple.… Continue reading 8 Questions You Should Be Asking Your Boss
7 Ways to Always Leave Work On Time
The notion of staying longer after work to be more productive is a fallacy that will keep you chasing the clock. To be most productive, you need to leave work on time. – Jeff Davidson I agree with Jeff Davidson. Heartily. Do you? Are you rolling your eyes saying, “Yeah right!” Or… Continue reading 7 Ways to Always Leave Work On Time