6 Ways to Handle Irritating Colleagues
We’ve probably all been there when it comes to having an annoying co-worker. You know — that one co-worker who is either overly arrogant, lazy, or talks your ear off? Even if you consider yourself an easy-going person to work with, you’ve probably encountered that one colleague who drives you up your cubicle walls.
After …
If You Are Not Billing, Be Skilling
No matter what stage you are at within your career – whether you are a student, a first time employee or a seasoned executive. No matter what business you are in or want to be in. There is a stage for which you should always be considering, evaluating and preparing. Just like with sports there …
What Does Your Brand’s Target Market Look Like?
As a personal brand your goal should be to bring in just the right client into your business — a person or company who expresses mutual interest in what you have to offer. But what does that niche look like?
That is where precise market research comes in to gather data and give your brand …
Your Personal Brand and the 5 Languages of Appreciation
For many of us, feeling a sense of belonging in the places we work, homes, and with the people we love and care about is satisfying. We work hard to make sure that what we do counts, and that we are able to support ourselves. But more to our need to survive and make every …
Reasons to Promote Your Brand on Sites Like Buzzfeed
Are sites like Buzzfeed and Upworthy a good place to promote my brand to consumers? Why or why not?
The following answers are provided by the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC) is an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most promising young entrepreneurs. In partnership with Citi, YEC recently launched StartupCollective, a free virtual mentorship program …
What Good Networkers Do… and Don’t Do
Are you a good networker, or a bad networker? Do people who can help you look forward to meeting with you, or dread it? Do you tend to get what you want, or are you frustrated with your networking results? This article will give you lots of do’s and don’ts to consider for improving your …
Aerodynamics of Yes: An Interview with Christian Capozzoli
Recently, I had the privilege of grabbing coffee with Christian Capozzoli, one of New York City’s top improvisational comedians, the author of the improv manual, Aerodynamics of Yes, and a member of the team “Bucky” at the famous Upright Citizen’s Brigade theater. In addition to his presence at UCB, Christian is a respected teacher for …
Do You Have That Spark in Your Eyes?
Itzhak Perlman was recently interviewed by Charlie Rose, who asked Perlman what he looks for when selecting those few special Juilliard School students he wishes to work with. Years before, he himself was a student at Juilliard. “Is it skills or talent?” Rose asked. Perlman’s answer was that talent is not easily defined and that …
Three Common Leadership Disconnection Phrases
Coaching ability is a leadership skill that almost everyone can benefit from. Whether you are managing a large organization of employees or you are a solopreneur that spends all day talking to potential clients – we can’t understand the power of the words we use during “coaching” opportunities. The last thing leaders want to do …
Extreme Loss Provides Invaluable Lessons for Recovery
A new community among an elite few entrepreneurs is evident, and apparently it is taking the model from Alcoholics Anonymous. Confessions are coming forth from these entrepreneurs revealing the many millions of dollars lost in their respective businesses.
Expressing the loss publicly appears to be a part of the healing and recovery process. The honesty …