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9 Habits of People Who Build Extraordinary Relationships

The most extraordinary professional relationships are built by ordinary actions like these.  Read more

9 Core Beliefs of Truly Horrible Bosses

The worst managers have a fundamentally broken understanding of workplace, company, and team dynamics. Don't make these mistakes.  Read more

4 Unique Working Styles: What's Yours?

To get more out of your team, first figure out how your employees (and you) work best--and then assign tasks accordingly.  Read more

8 Most Common Complaints About the Boss

What are you doing that really drives your employees crazy? You might want to give this list a close read.  Read more

The Way I Work: Yvon Chouinard, Patagonia

Patagonia's founder still loves to blaze a trail. He takes copious time off, lets employees manage themselves, and tells customers not to buy his products.  Read more

The Best Advice You'll Ever Receive (Hint: You Already Got It)

Ever wish for a bit of solid advice to make life easier? The best advice you've ever gotten is probably hidden in your own backyard.  Read more

6 Ways to Get Noticed

Effective self-promotion lies somewhere between being a wallflower and a flaming narcissist. Find the sweet spot with these tips.  Read more

The Stuff Strong Relationships Are Made Of

The best way to get help is to give it. But there's one other step that's just as crucial to building strong working relationships.  Read more

How to Break Out of the 'Female Entrepreneur' Trap

Want to succeed as a female founder? Quit talking about being a female founder.  Read more

What Nepalese Mountaineers Can Teach You About Business

Sherpas are famous for trekking to the summit of Mount Everest. But one entrepreneur says they have much to teach the business world.  Read more

3 Things the 'Harlem Shake' Reveals About the Workplace

Sure, it's a ridiculous meme. But pay attention: Buried in those YouTube clips are some truths about why company culture is so important.  Read more

11 Life-Changing Questions You Must Ask Yourself

Ask yourself these questions every day. Without fail. And then, based on your answers, take action.  Read more

6 Publicity Lessons From Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln was an early master of public relations. On the anniversary of his birthday, here's what you can learn.  Read more

Servant First, Leader Second

More people talk about servant leadership than really understand it--or have the humility to practice it. When is the last time you acted as a servant to you...  Read more

8 Ways Happy People Are Different From Everyone Else

Want to be happier? Steal a page from the perennial optimist's playbook.  Read more