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Weekender: Johnny Rotten’s Unexpected Positivity
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Welcome to another edition of leadersayswhat’s the Weekender, an imp’s worth of thought to start your weekend on the right track. Why an imp?
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Mad Men on the Power of Nostalgia
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The week, AMC’s juggernaut Mad Men ends its eight-year reign over cable television. No longer will we have our window into 1960s America and the salacious
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Weekender: Rob McElhenney’s Desirable Workplace Culture
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Welcome to another edition of leadersayswhat’s the Weekender, a crumb of knowledge to start your weekend off on the right track. Why just a crumb?
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Do You Suffer from Negativity Bias? You Aren’t Alone
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Last week we discussed Parks and Recreation’s Andy Dwyer and his optimism bias. Today, let’s talk about his wife, April. April is on the opposite end of
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Do You Suffer from Optimism Bias? You Aren’t Alone
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There are a number of articles about the “power of positivity” and the importance of “seeing the glass as half full.” As someone who considers himself
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David Bowie on Impression Management
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How many times have you heard the adage, “You never get a second chance to make a first impression?” If this is true, then I don’t think anyone told David Bowie.
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Bill Hader on Appreciative Joy
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Through the ups, downs, sleepless nights, and restless days, leaders put everything they have into becoming the leader. With all of this work, there is
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Robin Williams on Positivity
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Yesterday we lost a great comedian, actor, and humanitarian. Robin Williams was a staple on TV and movies for over 30 years. While the news is centering
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The Smiths on Self-Affirmations
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When I was training for a half-marathon a few years back, every book I read discussed the importance of self-talk. One author got my attention when he
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Debbie Downer on Positivity
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Have you ever found yourself in a meeting with someone who seems unable to say anything supportive, constructive, or uplifting? Any chance you’re the overly
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