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Is it hard getting your employee’s attention? What are some ways to become a better leader? There are a lot of responsibilities when it comes to leadership, and it can be easy to fall into traps that make you a bad leader. But according to Bill George’s Discover Your True North, there are three steps to optimize your leadership so you can reach your full potential. Find out how to be a better leader and be the change in your workplace.
Are you just getting started in your career or contemplating a new one? How can you do your best to head down the right path? In Tribe of Mentors, Tim Ferriss passes along life and career advice that he received from experts in a variety of fields. Some of the insights cover how to build a career that you’re happy to invest in. Read on to get several practical tips that will help you carve out a fulfilling career path.
Are you clear on what you value most? How does that translate into your life and career choices? Alex Banayan interviewed some of the world’s most successful people for his book The Third Door. One theme that kept coming up was the importance of staying true to yourself and what matters most to you, even if that means making difficult choices. Keep reading to learn why it’s important that you stick to your values on your journey toward success.
Are you just getting started in your career (or a new career)? What are you willing to sacrifice now in order to succeed in the long run? When author Alex Banayan wanted to find out how the people at the top got there, he set out to interview them. Here’s what he learned from musician Pitbull and executive Qi Lu: Work hard today for a payoff tomorrow. Read more to learn why you are your best investment.
Why are a support system and balanced life important for your career? What are the top three ways to improve work performance? Bill George’s book Discover Your True North focuses on strategies to become a strong leader by improving the way you work. He offers covers on how to bolster your leadership by maintaining a strong support system outside of work as well as maintaining a balanced life. Let’s look at the three ways to improve your work performance by keeping your personal life healthy and happy.
What’s the problem with AI recruitment technology? Why are so many companies using it? Artificial Intelligence (AI) recruitment tools are increasingly acting as a gatekeeper between you and your next job. Some say that recruitment technology is a lifesaver for sorting through thousands of applications, while others say it rejects qualified candidates. Below we will take a look at the pros and cons of AI recruitment and provide tips for job hunters.
Are you a woman wanting to become a millionaire? How are you holding yourself back from achieving this status? Women can be their own worst enemy sometimes. Rachel Rodgers writes in We Should All Be Millionaires that they underestimate their worth and don’t stick up for themselves enough to make more money. Below is a guide for financial independence for women.
What are the best Discover Your True North quotes? Why is it hard to be a leader not only for others but for yourself? Being a leader is much more than just telling people what to do and expecting results. It’s building mutual respect between every worker at your company and finding a balance between life and work. Below we’ll look at four Discover Your True North quotes so you can reach your full potential as a leader.
How did Lada Gaga respond to the criticism she received for her album ARTPOP? What can it teach you about failure and success? Many of the people whom Alex Banayan interviewed for his book The Third Door overcame difficult challenges in their lives and their careers. He found that, for Lady Gaga, failure is an opportunity to bounce back and avoid derailing progress. Read more to learn how Lady Gaga has dealt with criticism and failure.
How does Laga Gaga respond to criticism? What does Jane Goodall’s story teach us about the career challenges that women face? Why isn’t Quincy Jones afraid to make mistakes? Alex Banayan interviewed several successful people for his book The Third Door. Many of them told stories of overcoming difficult challenges to success. Lady Gaga, Jane Goodall, and Quincy Jones gave Banayan insights on how to bounce back from setbacks so that you don’t derail your progress. Keep reading to learn how each of these people achieved success despite major challenges.