6 Ideas that Drive Motivation
Motivation can seem to be a mysterious entity—sometimes it’s there, and sometimes it isn’t. That said, most people do have the motivation to get up out of bed every morning and live life. But what exactly causes them to act? Here are a few theories behind the force...
6 Hacks to Keep Motivation Going
So you got motivated recently. Maybe you saw an awesome speaker or got a stinging dose of honesty from a friend or family member. But initial motivation often fades…so here are a few ways to keep it going strong. 1. Remember the pain points. In sales lingo, pain...
5 Ways to Stay Motivated in Business
If you own your own business or are an entrepreneur, you can often be faced with challenges that strike down your motivation to go on. But here are a few ways you can reign in the troops and find the gumption to keep going. 1. Define your core values. Core values...
8 Ways Leaders Pull the Team through Tough Times
It’s easy to be a leader when things are hunky-dory. In fact, it can be downright awesome—especially if you get your own castle or palace (this may not apply to the typical shift manager). But when your team is in the trenches under fire, you need some serious...
8 Traits of a Great Leader in Any Context
There have been hundreds of thousands of leaders throughout history—and probably millions today, leading in various government and workforce capacities. What are some of the traits that are common to good and effective leaders? 1. Integrity. If a leader isn’t honest...
8 Traits of a Bad Leader in Any Context
Everyone wants to be led by a good leader, but let’s face it—some leaders are just not good. Whether it’s on the battlefield, the sports pitch, or the sales floor, certain qualities are universal about bad leaders; they tend to be… 1. Dismissive. My way or the highway...
6 Traits of a Great Leader in the Workplace
When we think of leadership, we sometimes think of epic moments like George Washington crossing the Delaware, or Martin Luther King Jr. speaking on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. But what makes a leader great in a less epic venue, like work? 1. Communication A...
5 Awesome Leaders throughout History and What Made Them Great
There have been many leaders in history, but here are five whose greatness has stood the test of time. Julius Caesar Caesar is the quintessential ruler and one of the most emulated and celebrated figures in history. A brilliant general, he was also a political...
Every Person Should Have These 5 Life Goals
When we hear about goals, they often sound like something that changes year to year, and frequently has to do with money or weight loss. But here are 5 goals that every person should strive toward every day. 1. True Happiness Happiness is not really a destination as...
6 Ways to Stay on Track with Your Goals
Easier said than done, the expression goes. But when it comes to not doing work toward your goals, falling back on this expression can have some serious consequences. Here are a few tips for staying on track. 1. Write it down. When it comes to keeping appointments and...