Concept of a selfish man with a crown on his head

How Leaders Communicate Differently From Divas and Deadbeats

Leaders talk often about data and metrics—and new AI possibilities. But some roles and activities defy measurement. For the most part, leadership...

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Do You Have Casual or Deep Friendships?

A few years ago, I called my mother during a break at the trade show floor. “Do they have Dad’s test results back yet?” “Yes. They do. The...

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13 Steps to Publish a Book to Catapult Your Career to the Next Level

(Forbes first published my article here.) Do you have in mind what next job or career you’d like to explore—for a paycheck or even for...

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Excessive Talking Can Be a Killer

Excessive talking can be dangerous to your business and your life.  Tongue-wagging may not send you to the ER with heart-palpitations, blood clots,...

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How to Get Started as a Professional Speaker and Sustain a 50-Year Career

(Forbes first published my article here.) Now that people are living longer, we’re hearing pundits talk about a 50- or 60-year career becoming...

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Punctuation: Colons Vs Dashes Vs Parentheses

Punctuation can determine the interpretation of a contract, fix the price of your product, or alter the tone of your email. Never underestimate its...

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