(By Bob McCurdy) A couple of weeks back I came across an article that’s been on my mind since. The piece referenced a study by advertising holding company Havas, which concluded that if 77% of brands ...

Many of us have a dear partner or friend on whom we rely in some very personal ways, and this person is a big part of our lives. He or she is many things to us, including our “sounding board” — the ...

Most leaders almost exclusively reflect backward, not forward. One of the most fascinating insights that came out of my research for a forthcoming book on questions is the untapped and ...

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When he was asked what was the most important guidance he could offer, the philosopher Socrates responded that knowing yourself was among the wisest. It’s called self-reflection, an exercise many do ...

Not long ago, a British friend e-mailed me saying how fascinated everyone over there was with our primaries because they were being contested by “a black, a woman and a wrinkly.” This from someone who ...

As jobs are shed by the millions each week, standing out becomes increasingly important - regardless of whether you’re searching for a job or trying to keep the one you have. One of the best ways to ...

“Do core values really matter?” Before I could pause to think I abruptly replied, “Yes, absolutely.” I had just finished giving a speech in Texas that touched on the topic of corporate values and one ...

One of the most fascinating insights that came out of my research for a forthcoming book on questions is the untapped and underappreciated power of reflection. Professor of organizational psychology ...

This feature is only available to members. Join now for full online access. Disciplined reflection does not take time away from work; it sustains the spirit and increases the intensity and quality of ...