Onward and Upward
One of the most difficult things to hear after a job interview is, “You didn’t get the position.” Rejection is disappointing no matter what the situation (even when it wasn’t something …
Don’t Stop ’til You’re There
You had a great first interview and just got a call to schedule the second round. The job seems like a perfect match and you’re already visualizing your daily commute …
THE DECISION VS. THE ACTION
Have you ever been in a work meeting where a big decision was finally made? Perhaps the team came to consensus on next steps and even a basic plan on …
THE OPPOSITE OF SUCCESS IS…
If your first thought was “failure”, you’re in good company. In our culture, the words “succeed” and “fail” are often posed as opposites. Of course, this is rather simplistic. Cognitively, …
Keep Going!
When starting anything new, the first few weeks are usually the most challenging. Whether practicing a foreign language, learning to play an instrument, or engaging in a new fitness routine, …
THE WAITING IS THE HARDEST PART
There are two activities in life when it’s almost a guarantee that time will feel like it’s moving at a glacial pace: 1) when running on a treadmill, and 2) …
PERCEPTION IS REALITY: CREATE YOURS
Reality is subjective. If 10 people witness an accident, you’ll likely get 10 stories about what actually happened. What we notice and experience in daily life is largely dictated by …
THE MIDDLE SEAT
I’ve been doing a fair amount of airline travel throughout the holidays. Although I love air travel, there are many potential hassles associated with getting from point A to point …
2013 YEAR IN REVIEW (10 Inspirational Blogs for the New Year)
The new year is a popular time to set goals for the upcoming year. One of the best ways to deliberately craft the life we want is to slow down …
THE DESIRE BENEATH YOUR GOALS
As the new year approaches, many begin to think about goals and resolutions. Goals are shady characters in that they’re often a mask for some deeper desire – something fundamental …