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Don't call me lucky, call me a badass! (from Shonda Rhimes) Leadership Tip 122

12/28/2015

Have you ever referred to someone as lucky because they appear to have come upon good fortune in life?

Shonda Rhimes presents a unique and surprising way of looking at the word "lucky" that will have you rethinking your use of the term and its meaning for you.

The mindset shift that will change your life in 2016

12/21/2015

The new year is all about reflecting on our successes and challenges of the year past and making plans for what we want to achieve in the next 12 months.

But how do we achieve those goals without embracing change? We can't.

In this video we'll analyze two amazing quotes that illustrate the one important mindset shift we must make in order to reach our new year's goals.

Your past does not dictate your present worth or ability (Ke$ha) Leadership Tip 120

12/18/2015

When we’re reading about stock, bonds or mutual funds we’re always reminded that past performance does not guarantee future performance. Popstar Ke$ha learned this lesson when reflecting on her past as an awkward teen and the predictions that she wouldn’t make it as a performing artist.

The real truth about female competition in the workplace (Tina Fey) Leadership Tip 119

12/17/2015

We all know Tina Fey is the top dog when it comes to respectable boss-lady behavior, which is why we’re quoting her today on our leadership tip show. Tina offers a surprising perspective on what’s really going on when we think we’re competing with other women.

Your definition of sales is wrong (Dan Pink) Leadership Tip 118

12/16/2015

Sales has become a dirty word. We look at “salespeople” as relentless pushers forcing products on unsuspecting victims, but what if there’s a more authentic way of seeing things? Dan Pink offers a new and unique definition of what it means to sell.

If you don’t take action you can’t complain about the results (Sophia Amoruso) Leadership Tip 117

12/15/2015

Many people sit back and complain about what they don’t have or weren’t given by others. Sophia Amoruso, Founder of Nasty Gal clothing offers a simple solution -- take action!

What have you done to establish your credibility? (Peter Voogd) Leadership Tip 116

12/14/2015

In Peter Voogd’s book “6 Months to 6 Figures” he asks for a mindset shift that will help you better connect with and attract the people you serve.

Mistakes are the means by which we learn the most (Holly Madison) Leadership Tip 115

12/11/2015

Do you beat yourself up for your mistakes? Rather than focus on the shame and hurt of the mishap, try instead to learn from your choices and allow them to steer you towards the amazing person you’re meant to be.

The secret to smiling with purpose and landing a first impression (Leil Lowndes) Leadership Tip 114

12/10/2015

Learning to master personal body language is essential to life as a leader and influencer. This leadership tip explores a high level skill that allows you to make a perfect first impression by using a simple smile technique.

Your reputation is one of the most important things you own (Robert Greene) Leadership Tip 113

12/9/2015

If you’ve ever read the 48 Laws of Power you understand how stories from the past can still be relevant today. In the book Robert Greene tells us how important our personal reputation is for our ability to lead and hold power. In today’s hyper-connected and uber-competitive society we are learning just how important a personal brand can really be.