Choose Assets Over Deficits
You see what’s bad before you see what’s good. Kathy Cramer told me our negativity bias invites us to see and respond more intensely to problems than possibilities. Every time I step back… Continue reading
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How to Ignite Fire
Leave a comment on this post for a chance to win a copy of, “Lead Positive.” (25 copies available. Winners chosen at random.) The first job of leadership is catching a glimpse of… Continue reading
Bad is 5X Stronger Than Good
Bad pollutes good. Pour good water into polluted water and you have more polluted water. Negative experiences usually cling longer and captivate our attention more than positive. Throwing some good into some bad only… Continue reading
The 10 Liberating Powers of Playing a Role
Jim McCann, came into the world a shy, Irish kid, in New York City. He wasn’t always a conversationalist. Jim overcame shyness by becoming a salesperson in a clothing store and, later, a bartender.… Continue reading
Jack Welch Grabbed Jim McCann by the Collar
Putting off difficult conversations doesn’t help. The longer you wait, the harder they get. Jim McCann, founder and CEO of 1-800-Flowers Inc., shared Jack Welch’s “encouragement” when it comes to having difficult conversations.… Continue reading
13 Ways to Overcome Timidity and Fuel Boldness
Stagnation emerges where uncertainty prevails. Fear pulls back and congeals the past. But, boldness builds the future. Boldness is the belief that hard work works. Bold teams achieve; timid teams survive. Lousy leaders… Continue reading