Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to understand and control your own emotions, while also understanding and empathizing with those around you. Having a high EQ is becoming a much more valuable asset in the workplace, providing skills like flexibility, and personality traits that help to deal with daily stresses...
As the founder of the Virgin Group, Richard Branson is one of the most successful people in the world -- he knows a thing or two about how to be productive. Luckily for us, he often shares his insights on simple yet effective tips on running a successful empire. See...
Earlier this week, Mike and I drove 3 hours north to visit -- and place a deposit -- on a puppy. After battling Los Angeles traffic and navigating winding country roads, we made it to our planned stop in Solvang, California. We got out, stretched our legs… and promptly realized...
Once every quarter, the employees at LaSalle Network turn off their inboxes. What started off as a one-day experiment to help reduce misunderstandings that often come through text communications yielded such great results that the company decided to make the practice a permanent part of culture. The Terms: * Rotate through...
Have you ever returned from travel, family time or group events feeling drained? As an introvert, I sure have. And this summer has been a doozy. In the last three weeks, I’ve slept for 12+ hours the day after coming home from a conference. Rescheduled an entire workday’s...
I can count on one hand the times I’ve been late to softball practice, work shifts, or meetings due to sleeping through my alarm. Three painful memories have scarred me into always being early. When I was 14, I arrived late to practice -- partially due to Los Angeles...
