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Try not to become a man of success but rather try to become a man of value. Image of Albert Eistein.

Albert Einstein’s Advice Before He Died

Just months before his death, Albert Einstein gave some life advice to Pat Miller.

Here it is…

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Feedback done well energizes performance. Image of cookies.

How to Seek Feedback Like a Leader

Don’t ask something stupid like, “How am I doing,” when seeking feedback.

Here are three practical questions to ask when seeking feedback.

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Focus on respect, not rules, to break barriers to relationships. Image of jet breaking the sound barrier.

4 Rules for Great Relationships at Work

Enemies don’t help each other.

People bring their best when they pull for each other.

What do great relationships at work look like?

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Simple rules. Don't interrupt. Don't finish sentences for others.... Image of a curious squirrel.

5 Simple Rules for the Day

Treat yourself with more respect than a squirrel.

Stop chasing the next nut. Choose how you show up.

5 simple rules…

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Conditional statements lead nowhere. Image of a dangerous wharf.

3 Conditional Statements Smart People Never Say

Words have trajectory.

Here are three conditional statements that stand between you and the life you hope to enjoy.

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Bosses who won't back off think they're helping. Image of a curious chicken.

How to Tell Your Boss to Back Off

It’s hard to get a meddling boss to back off. An adversarial relationship won’t help.

You can do things that help your boss back off.