You know this truth. You’ve probably been told a million times one thing that will help you elevate your success, but until the message comes along at the right time in your life, it’s not acted upon. I feel that way with The One Thing. Sure, I know, and employ, this principle for the most […]
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So Good They Can’t Ignore You: Why Skills Trump Passion in the Quest for Work You Love
Cal Newport raises the question of why certain people find fulfillment in their work where others struggle to do the same. His theory is that skills and experience are the driving factor for happiness, as opposed to launching heart first into a passion project. As an academic, he shares how he become preoccupied with this […]
Is a Creative Career Calling You?
John always had a passion for books and art, but thanks to his parents was encouraged to get his business degree and become a banker like his father. Though John is doing well financially, and he’s provided his family with benefits and the security of a solid savings account, John feels little joy in his […]
5 Ways Kindness Boosts Your Success (And the Books that Will Show You The Way)
Be kind. There are a lot of cynics out there who might think this is the worst piece of career advice that I’ve dished out yet. But why is that? How can they not see the long-lasting, overall positive impact that comes from being kind? Kindness is directly related to your success and it helps […]
7 Ways To Lessen the Sting of Insults (And Books That Will Help)
If you’re an author, a marketing director, an accountant, a celebrity, a career professional, or a business owner, you’ve had to dodge a few insults in your professional lifetime. Everyone has. Now, I’m not talking about constructive criticism; I’m talking about hurtful remarks intended to sting. These insults can really stink and despite the intent […]
A ‘Philadelphia Story’ of a Creative Career
The comparison struck me. “What do you think?” I asked my client. “I love it.” Her enthusiastic reply was quickly followed with details reinforcing her evident flattery at being compared to Katherine Hepburn. “I love donning crisp wool trousers, a silk blouse and pearls and wielding my Monte Blanc pen. It’s who I am.” My client […]