Learning From Success: 2 Lessons From 2 Tragedies

Learning From Success: 2 Lessons From 2 Tragedies

When you achieve something, do you fall into the trap of complacency, or do you learn from success and keep growing? In what ways can complacency hinder you? Success can be dangerous if you fail to analyze it and understand why you succeeded. Success is never final—there’s always another task to achieve and another goal to reach. Just as you can learn from failure, you can learn from success and never stop succeeding and growing. Read more to discover how to learn from success.

The Consequences of a Lack of Accountability at Work

The Consequences of a Lack of Accountability at Work

Does your team have accountability issues? How can a lack of accountability harm your business in the long run? Not every leader understands nor is willing to hold their people accountable for their actions or lack thereof. As a result, many organizations run into harmful issues which require time, resources, and change to resolve—but to leave them unresolved is to ensure that your company never achieves its full potential.  There are three issues that stem from a lack of accountability: employee development, communication, and individual motivation. Learn more about each one below.

A Leader’s Guide to Challenging the Status Quo

A Leader’s Guide to Challenging the Status Quo

Why is it important to challenge the status quo? What can you, as a leader, do to make sure your organization is keeping up with the times and always improving? People in organizations get used to doing things a certain way and are often reluctant to change their habits, defaulting to the “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” mentality. Even if they know a procedure could be better, they’ll often resist changing it simply because it’s easier to carry on as usual. However, challenging the status quo is your job, as a leader. To challenge the status quo, always stay

How to Play With Philosophical Thought Experiments

How to Play With Philosophical Thought Experiments

Have you ever conducted philosophical thought experiments? How can they help you reach your goals? Philosophers aren’t the only ones who use thought experiments. Anyone who has a big task to undertake or a huge goal to reach can play with thought experiments. Think of them as a form of unstructured play that can unleash your curiosity and creativity, pushing you toward new ways of thinking and doing things. Keep reading to learn how to use philosophical thought experiments.

How to Kickstart a Great Coaching Conversation

How to Kickstart a Great Coaching Conversation

How should a coaching conversation begin? How can you start a session on the right foot? The Coaching Habit by Michael Stanier discusses seven questions that all coaches should ask. The first question sets the stage for the coaching conversation, so it is crucial. It fits well with the book’s underlying principle to say less and ask more. Keep reading to learn how to kickstart an effective coaching conversation.

6 Effective Study Techniques (Plus 3 Note-Taking Tips)

6 Effective Study Techniques (Plus 3 Note-Taking Tips)

What are some effective study techniques you can implement to learn anything? How can you take better notes? Limitless author Jim Kwik shares six effective study techniques to help you accomplish limitless learning in any area of life. He also provides three tips for taking good notes. Keep reading to learn effective study techniques and note-taking methods.

How to Build a Habit: The 3 Steps to Do Something New

How to Build a Habit: The 3 Steps to Do Something New

Do you want to know how to build a habit? What practical steps can you take? The book The Coaching Habit discusses how to build a habit in three steps. Whether it’s a coaching habit or any other habit, this practical system can help you do new and different things to move forward personally and professionally. Keep reading to learn how to build a habit.

The 6 Signs You Should Quit Your Job Immediately

The 6 Signs You Should Quit Your Job Immediately

What are the signs you should quit your job immediately? How do you know if your work environment is toxic? It’s easy to get stuck in a toxic work environment, especially if your job has perks like a good salary and title. However, if you’re noticing some of the warning signs below, it might be time for you to move on. Keep reading for six signs you should quit your job immediately.