Hidden habits that can derail you
Executive coach Debra Benton, author of How to Think Like a CEO, identified these six behaviors as career-killers.
Category: Career
Bounce back and catch the next promotion
You didn’t net the promotion you wanted … this time. So move beyond your disappointment and take these steps to win the next one.
Secret to writing a good bio
Often in the world of work, you will be called on to write a short, professional biography to post online or in print. It’s easy to fall into the trap of maximizing every accomplishment and qualification in an attempt to make yourself look as good as possible. But if that’s the route you take, you’re sure to fail, writes Jonathan Rick.
1-Minute Strategies: Sept. ’13
Use technology to create training materials for your team … Separate yourself from work and electronic distractions with an outdoor escape … Don’t make the mistake of eating at your desk … Get the real dirt on hand-washing.
Push these buttons to sell that idea
“Multiple intelligences” pioneer Howard Gardener says you can use seven levers for persuading other people to latch onto new ideas.
Regrouping after a rejection at work
Workplace rejection is a painful but expected part of life. Of course, no one wants to be turned down for a job or promotion, but when it does happen there are ways you can cope. Here are three strategies offered by Debra Wheatman, of Careers Done Write.
The corporate benefits of contemplation
Mindfulness and meditation are no longer reserved for the spiritually dedicated, as Silicon Valley companies turn to these ancient practices to help employees tap into creativity and calm. Here are insights from Wired’s Noah Shachtman on incorporating mindful practices into the corporate world and the business benefits.
Food pros ‘dish’ on what to eat when out
Most of us know that chain restaurants aren’t the healthiest choices, but they also offer healthier options, have nutritional information readily available and will customize orders on request. Here’s what nutrition professionals choose when they eat out at chain restaurants.
How engaged are you at work?
Only 30% of employees are “involved in, enthusiastic about, and committed to their work,” according to a Gallup poll.
How to react in the face of failure
You’ve heard it before: If you’ve never failed, you’ve never really succeeded. So deal with failure and move on. Heed these three don’ts and adopt these three do’s.