Think back to the last time you received criticism. What was your response? Did you have a quick verbal reaction of defending yourself and trying to prove the criticizer wrong? Or were you able to pause and take a moment to listen to the negative feedback, process it, and recognize a possible area for improvement … Read more
Are you looking to change your mindset and achieve greater success in your personal and professional life? “The Magic of Thinking Big” by David J. Schwartz could be the perfect book for you. First published in 1959, the text has motivated millions of readers to improve their lives by expanding their beliefs and embracing a … Read more
One of the most critical keys to success is starting each morning off on the right foot by setting a positive tone for the day. Because your morning routine can have a ripple effect on the rest of your day, it’s important to find a system that feels natural for you and makes you feel … Read more
Patience is the ability to wait for an outcome without becoming annoyed, upset, or angry. Patience is one personal characteristic that can put you in direct control of yourself. This is beneficial because there is no more powerful aid to success than self-possession. When you’re patient, you offer yourself the necessary time to choose how … Read more
Did you know that you can improve your capacity to think deeply? You’ll learn to do just that in Daniel Kahneman’s book Thinking Fast and Slow. The main premise of this book is a deep delve into the intricacies of human decision-making and cognition. Once you learn how these systems work in the human mind, … Read more
Acceptance paves the way to true freedom, lasting happiness, and peace. When you are able to value yourself and others unconditionally, you embrace everything that is good in others and in you, as well as the not-so-good and the not-so-perfect. Practicing acceptance can be one of the most challenging things we need to do for … Read more
If you’re looking to improve your negotiation skills and gain confidence at the bargaining table, “Never Split the Difference” by Chris Voss and Tahl Raz is the perfect book for you. Throughout the book, the authors emphasize the importance of understanding and leveraging emotions in negotiations. You’ll learn practical tools and approaches like the “Accusation … Read more
When we were children, we usually had no problem expressing and nurturing our talents. We tried new things, we failed and we succeeded. Our parents and teachers were there to encourage us along the way. But somewhere along the line, many of us lose touch with our talents. We become afraid of failing or being … Read more
Do you enjoy stories of personal transformation and self-improvement? If so, you’ll want to pay attention to The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari by Robin Sharma. This best-selling book offers a wealth of wisdom through the fictional account of a high-flying lawyer who leaves his affluent life behind to embark on a spiritual journey in … Read more
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be difficult to balance your personal and professional life and maintain peak performance in both areas. If this sounds like you, it’s time to explore “The Power of Full Engagement,” a transformative book by James E. Loehr and Tony Schwartz. The authors draw from their extensive experience working with … Read more