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What is Integrative Decision-Making? Why is democracy important at work? If you want to integrate autonomy and flexibility into an organization, you need to facilitate a democratic process. According to Aaron Dignan’s book Brave New Work, a key way to do this is by using a consent process such as Integrative Decision-Making. Discover what Integrative Decision-Making means and how it can improve work culture.
Are you uncomfortable with conflict? How should you address conflict? Not many people enjoy getting into conflict, but unfortunately, you can’t always run away from it. Shonda Rhimes’s book Year of Yes gives techniques for addressing conflict so that you can assert your boundaries. Continue reading to learn how to address conflict the right way.
Why do we have negative core beliefs? How can we get rid of those harmful beliefs? In Everything Is Figureoutable, Marie Forleo explores why beliefs matter and how you developed your current beliefs—some of which might be negative. Additionally, she examines how believing that all issues are solvable can mitigate the harm of what you believe and transform your life. Continue reading to learn how to ignore your negative core beliefs.
Why should you remain neutral in crucial situations? How does neutrality improve your life? Chris Hadfield’s memoir An Astronaut’s Guide to Life on Earth expresses important lessons that astronauts learn from space. One of these lessons is to stay as neutral as possible if you’re new to a team or community. Here’s why remaining neutral is the better choice for those in new situations.
Why is democracy in the workplace important? How do you distribute authority at work? In Brave New Work, Aaron Dignan emphasizes the importance of giving power to everyone in the workplace. Doing this ensures equality at work and encourages employees to speak up and carry out the organization’s purpose. Let’s look at how you can enforce democracy in the workplace to create an environment of equality.
What is the key to focusing on one thing at a time? How can you select one goal to achieve? It might be hard to only try to achieve one goal, but Marie Forleo’s book Everything Is Figureoutable says that’s the only way to live as though all issues are solvable. This doesn’t mean you have to limit yourself to one goal in life—just one at a time. Read here how to focus on one thing at a time and get things done.
Are you being your true self? How do you speak your truth? In Year of Yes, Shonda Rhimes explains the benefits of openly speaking your truth. You’ll be able to live your life without fear and embrace uncomfortable situations with ease. Here’s how to speak your truth without fear.
What’s holding you back? Do you want to overcome life’s toughest obstacles? Even if you have goals in life, you still might not do anything to pursue them. In Everything Is Figureoutable, Marie Forleo writes that there are three reasons for this: You deny your agency, you don’t see the point, or you’re afraid. Below, we’ll discuss these barriers in detail.
Are you having trouble balancing your role as a parent and your job? What is some advice for working moms? These days, moms can do it all. They can work by day at their job and take care of the kids by night. But as Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes points out, it’s not easy being a working mom. Check out this advice for working moms to make your life easier.
Is your fear holding you back? How do you conquer your fears? Everything Is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo advises you to believe that all issues are solvable, but being afraid can get in the way of that. Forleo gives guidelines for tackling fear in general as well as four common fears: fear of pursuing your dreams, not being ready, not being good enough, and being an imposter. Here’s how to conquer your fears so you live your life at ease.