Commentaries

A Better Way to Assess Employee Personalities

October 28, 2013

Here is an article by David Gee for Human Capitalist, a new blog covering the (busy) intersection of people and technology in the 21st-century workplace. Founded originally by Jason Corsello and sponsored by Cornerstone OnDemand, Human Capitalist features the insights…

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Maria Popova shares perspectives on the perils of the “OK Plateau”

October 27, 2013

Here is a brief excerpt from an article written by Maria Popova for her website, Brain Pickings. As she explains, “The core ethos behind Brain Pickings is that creativity is a combinatorial force: It’s our ability to tap into the…

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Tim Ferriss on “Scientific Speed Reading: How to Read 300% Faster in 20 Minutes”

October 26, 2013

Here is an excerpt from a blog post by Tim Ferriss who explains that increasing reading speed is a process of controlling fine motor movement—period. To read the complete article, please click here. Photo: Dustin Diaz * * * How…

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Pat Lencioni’s Latest Point of View: The Lost Art of Simplicity

October 26, 2013

Here is a brief excerpt from Pat Lencioni‘s latest Point of View. To read the complete article and check out other resources, please click here. * * * This is going to be a difficult POV to write, because making…

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The 6 Types of Thinkers to Seek for Your Team

October 25, 2013

Here is a brief excerpt from an article by Katya Andresen for LinkedIn. To read the complete article and check out others, please click here. Photo via the Human Capitalist, a blog on human resources. * * * For me,…

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Josh Linkner on “Unleashing Chain Reactions”

October 25, 2013

Here is a recent post by Josh Linkner at his website. He discusses a subject of special interest to me, causal relationships, that has almost unlimited relevance to human experience throughout recorded history. Although the most significant chain reaction was…

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Brain Food Nuggets (21-30)

October 24, 2013

The buffet awaits: o “Diversity in counsel, unity in command.” Cyrus the Great o “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” Benjamin Franklin o “The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved – loved…

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How To Make Culture Your Co-Founder

October 24, 2013

Here is a brief excerpt from an article written by Kevin Kruse for CEO.com. To read the completer article, check oyt other resources, please click here. * * * Most small and mid-sized business leaders are so busy just executing…

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New Research Suggests That Sleep “Detoxes” the Brain

October 23, 2013

Here is a brief excerpt from an especially informative article written by Melanie Haiken, a guest contributor to Forbes. To read the complete article, check out others, and obtain subscription information, please click here. * * * The brain’s nocturnal…

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Dan Schawbel on “The Five Rules of Relationship Building”

October 23, 2013

In his book, Promote Yourself: The New Rules for Career Success, published by St. Martin’s Press (September 2013), Dan Schawbel provides a wealth of information, insights, and counsel for those who have no clear career roadmap and are willing to…

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