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Stop Being So Reasonable
Since as far back as I can remember, other people — my family, teachers, coaches, bosses — would have been more comfortable if I’d just stop being too…well, everything. Too loud, too imaginative, too impractical, too uppity, too playful, too upbeat, and too smart for my own good. Basically, too much.
Don't Let Imposter Syndrome Derail Your Business
Success Thinking you'll be 'found out' and judged viciously is the hallmark of imposter syndrome. Image credit: FG Trade | Getty Images Ann Vertel Guest Writer Founder of The Vertel Group September 11, 2019 4 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Imposter syndrome is real. It tends to affect high-achievers more than any other psychographic — especially women — and includes creatives like inventors, founders and entrepreneurs.
Want to Discover Your Entrepreneurial Passion? Here's an Idea: Go Back in Time.
A folk tale about an old-timey gold prospector may help you figure out who you truly want to be. December 14, 2018 5 min read Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. There is a folk tale about a prospector in gold country. Every day, he bought supplies and headed off to pan for gold in the local river, returning each night empty-handed.
The Day Bill Clinton Came for a Visit: What the Secret Service Taught Me About Work-Life Balance
Secret Service agents are crystal clear on their mission -- but know when it's OK to be 'off the clock.' Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. President Bill Clinton came to speak to the Midshipmen in Annapolis, Md., during the time I was the protocol officer at the U.S. Naval Academy.
4 Ways Mindfulness Can Improve The Quality of Your Life
I’ve become a minimalist of late and in the last few weeks, I’ve embraced essentialism. I previously had never heard of this phrase “essentialism” and I’ve since discovered that it’s truly profound and life-changing. The best description of essentialism comes from Greg McKeown. He says what you need to tell yourself and the core truths of essentialism are: “Only a few things matter” “I choose to” “I can do anything but not everything” Some would say I’m very picky. I say no to a lot of things.
Why The Sunshine Makes You Feel Sensational
I’ve become a minimalist of late and in the last few weeks, I’ve embraced essentialism. I previously had never heard of this phrase “essentialism” and I’ve since discovered that it’s truly profound and life-changing. The best description of essentialism comes from Greg McKeown. He says what you need to tell yourself and the core truths of essentialism are: “Only a few things matter” “I choose to” “I can do anything but not everything” Some would say I’m very picky. I say no to a lot of things.
6 Important Things Schools Will Never Teach You
I’ve become a minimalist of late and in the last few weeks, I’ve embraced essentialism. I previously had never heard of this phrase “essentialism” and I’ve since discovered that it’s truly profound and life-changing. The best description of essentialism comes from Greg McKeown. He says what you need to tell yourself and the core truths of essentialism are: “Only a few things matter” “I choose to” “I can do anything but not everything” Some would say I’m very picky. I say no to a lot of things.
5 Simple Ways Anyone Can Hack Resilience
I’ve become a minimalist of late and in the last few weeks, I’ve embraced essentialism. I previously had never heard of this phrase “essentialism” and I’ve since discovered that it’s truly profound and life-changing. The best description of essentialism comes from Greg McKeown. He says what you need to tell yourself and the core truths of essentialism are: “Only a few things matter” “I choose to” “I can do anything but not everything” Some would say I’m very picky. I say no to a lot of things.
You Can't Be an Exceptional Leader Without This
You are in complete control of the life you create - your destiny, your failures, and your successes. If you don't believe that, you've let other things hijack your personal power. Circumstances. Other people. Whatever. When you refuse to take charge of your own personal leadership, you choose to be a victim instead of a leader. It looks like this: The common result in each scenario? Zero growth. And if you don't grow, you can't get better.
Getting Back on Track
I was traveling with a tour group in Italy a number of years ago. When we arrived, one of the couples was missing their luggage. You would have thought the world had fallen apart. They chewed out the tour guide (who was a native of the city and had just met our group) and complained loudly for two and half days. On the third day, we were sitting with another couple for dinner when we discovered their luggage had also been lost. Up until that very minute, no one else in our party even knew.
A Psychologist Explains How to Set Boundaries With the People in Your Life
Boundaries are our invisible “property lines.” They help define who we are, establish what we’re willing to tolerate, and protect us from the unacceptable behavior of other people. It’s up to you to communicate your boundaries to others. The goal isn’t necessarily to get others to change their behavior all the time. It is to get others to change their unacceptable behavior when they are around you. For instance, let’s say a friend is always late for appointments with you.
How to Network Without Feeling Nervous
Imagine yourself about to walk into a large room filled with people you don’t know. Let’s say it’s a networking event and for the next hour or so, you’re going to meet with strangers (ack!) as a way to help you grow your business. Shaking in your Manolo Blahnik’s yet? Just the idea of networking can freak people out. It’s natural, as human beings, to want to belong. It’s deep in our DNA to want to be accepted by the pack because that literally means survival.
5 Reasons Why Confident Women Leaders Are Dangerous
Dr. Ann Vertel Dr. Ann Vertel I work with leaders and organizations who want to leverage the power of personal development and positive psychology to bring out the best in their… Published Jun 10, 2016 1. Confident women aren't threatened by your success. That’s because they aren’t competing with other women, they’re competing with themselves. Their goal each day is to be better than they were the day before. That’s it.
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