Category: Communication

  • Why Being Likable Can be a Remarkable Life Skill

    LARAE QUY OCTOBER 5, 2018 (Edited by M.Wood 10/17/2018) Sometimes I focus on being likable; other times, I focus on how to get the job done… Entrepreneurs and leaders also struggle to maintain the balance between likability and effectiveness. At times it’s important to establish personal connections and develop new relationships. Other times you’ll need…

  • Bosses Don’t Encourage Curiosity as Much as They Think They Do

    October 12, 2018 Written by Ashley Hamer We’re not too big to admit that “curiosity” has become something of a buzzword these days. Search for the term on a job board, and you’ll find thousands of postings for everything from a senior data scientist (“We welcome your adaptability, your curiosity, and your passion”) to a marketing intern (“must…

  • It’s All About First Impressions!

    Don’t Worry, You Made a Better First Impression Than You Think October 9, 2018 Written by Mae Rice Meeting someone new can be nerve-wracking. The possibilities, good and bad, feel endless. What if they don’t laugh at your jokes? What if they’re secretly a psychopath? What if you’re a psychopath and they’re the first person to figure it…

  • What To Say When Asking For A Raise…

    By Angela Melero Conversations about money can be tricky, especially when it comes to salary negotiations. These convos are arguably some of the most anxiety-inducing parts of life, right along with public speaking and dealing with your cable company. So, what does one say when asking for a raise…? According to Harvard’s recent study, 14 percent of women…

  • What to Do When You Start Managing Former Peers

    Liane Davey  SEPTEMBER 16, 2015 A Blog About Leadership & Management Advice It’s a common scenario: The company you work at is growing. Suddenly, a new layer of management is created, and thus a new role opens up. Leadership in the company wants to promote internally, so you and a number of your peers apply. Only…