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As an entrepreneur your level of success ultimately boils down to your consistent ability to turn problems into profit. Starting a business is simple, but rest assured that there is no such thing as an easy business when it comes to operating day in and day out. Get ready to use these tips below the next time the "fit hits the shan". Via The Learning Factor 
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The further along you are in your career, the easier it is to fall back on the mistaken assumption that you've made it and have all the skills you need to succeed. The tendency is to focus all your energy on getting the job done, assuming that the rest will take care of itself. Big mistake. New research from Stanford tells the story. Carol Dweck and her colleagues conducted a study with people who were struggling with their performance. One group was taught to perform better on a task that they performed poorly in. The other group received a completely different intervention: for the task that they performed badly in, they were taught that they weren't stuck and that improving their performance was a choice. They discovered that learning produces physiological changes in the brain, just like exercise changes muscles. All they had to do was believe in themselves and make it happen. When the groups' performance was reassessed a few months later, the group that was taught to perform the task better did even worse. The group that was taught that they had the power to change their brains and improve their performance themselves improved dramatically. Via The Learning Factor
The Learning Factor's curator insight,
March 23, 2017 6:15 PM
Some of the most important skills in life are not taught in school. Here are 9 you won't want to miss out on. 
rodrick rajive lal's curator insight,
March 24, 2017 4:27 AM
The primary takeover in life is that we should never stop learning. the moment we think that we are who we are is the moment we give away our unrealized potential. In Gandhi's own words, 'Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.' 
Bryan Worn's curator insight,
March 26, 2017 1:26 AM
All these skills are learnable, some are hard at first but like driving a car they become second nature when you have enough practice.
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Email is taking a lot of flak lately. And why not? We're inundated with it. It's cold and impersonal. People abuse it passive-aggressively for their own political agendas. And it can be --to be frank -- addictive. Yet, no matter how much we gripe about it, and whatever options may be out there like Slack, email is here to stay. For now, at least. But we can all do email better. Much better. I've been witness to --and often the victim of --a range of email offenses in my working life. And yet, even today, I see people continue to commit the same email offenses that I thought would have become forgotten or even outlawed by now. So in the interest of raising awareness around these offenses, and with the hope that we can see them committed far less frequently, here are five difficult and uncomfortable things that you should never, ever put into your emails at work. Especially if want to build --and keep -- the relationships that matter to you most. Via The Learning Factor
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March 21, 2017 6:20 PM
People say the darnedest things in their emails. 
Ann Zaslow-Rethaber's curator insight,
March 22, 2017 10:56 AM
Cardinal rule # 1...NEVER put anything in an e-mail, that can at any point in the future be referred to as 'Exhibit A". Read more to learn of 5 more important rules to keep in mind when utilizing e-mail to communicate.
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Ever zone out while someone is talking? Of course. We all do. The average human has an eight-second attention span. With electronic distractions competing for your time and an abundance of responsibilities at work, it makes listening attentively to someone else speak pretty difficult. “We are living in a time when it’s more challenging to be consistently aware and intentional because so many things are demanding our attention. Our brains haven’t caught up to the technology that’s feeding them,” says Scott Eblin, author of Overworked and Overwhelmed: The Mindfulness Alternative. “The impact of this leaves people in a chronic condition of fight or flight.” Via The Learning Factor
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March 19, 2017 7:23 PM
Humans have an average eight-second attention span. You’re going to need to do better if you want to get things done.
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There are a ton of qualities that can help you succeed, and the more carefully a quality has been studied, the more you know it's worth your time and energy. Angela Lee Duckworth was teaching seventh grade when she noticed that the material wasn't too advanced for any of her students. They all had the ability to grasp the material if they put in the time and effort. Her highest-performing students weren't those who had the most natural talent; they were the students who had that extra something that motivated them to work harder than everyone else. Angela grew fascinated by this "extra something" in her students and, since she had a fair amount of it herself, she quit her teaching job so that she could study the concept while obtaining a graduate degree in psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. Her study, which is ongoing, has already yielded some interesting findings. She's analyzed a bevy of people to whom success is important: students, military personnel, salespeople, and spelling bee contestants, to name a few. Over time, she has come to the conclusion that the majority of successful people all share one critical thing--grit. Grit is that "extra something" that separates the most successful people from the rest. It's the passion, perseverance, and stamina that we must channel to stick with our dreams until they become a reality. Via The Learning Factor
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February 11, 2016 4:45 PM
Grit is as difficult to develop as it is important. Learn how to build this skill and give yourself an edge in life.
rodrick rajive lal's curator insight,
February 15, 2016 4:00 AM
Grit, doggedness, and the ability to plod in spite of odds that seem to be heaped against us are the age old qualities identified in successful people. This reminds me about how Robert the Bruce gained inspiration from a spider that fell down each time it climbed up on to a web. This happened many times and finally it managed to climb on. Robert gained a lot of inspiration from this incident. In many cases successful people are also self-motivated, and they don't go for instant gratification. The Article, 11 Signs gave me reason to savour life in spite of all the spanners it might throw into the works!
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Everyone wants to be recognized for doing a good job, to be able to earn promotions and raises and to move up the organization. However, the path isn't always clear, and sometimes we are our own worst enemies--standing in the way of our own success. Via The Learning Factor
Graeme Reid's curator insight,
March 16, 2015 6:50 PM
A good list of ways to ensure that you get the recognition that you deserve.
rodrick rajive lal's curator insight,
March 17, 2015 3:06 AM
These seven proven ways are important for us because few of us are ready to speak out in meetings, few of us are ready to take up challenging work, few of us believe about showcasing our achievments and some of us don't take credit for exemplary work. In a world of cut throat competition, one has to speak out for oneself, and one has to step in before a totally unrelated person takes credit to a job done well! 
Elías Manuel Sánchez Castañeda's curator insight,
March 17, 2015 4:40 PM
The seven tips to share with us Peter Economy to achieve promotion at work I find very valuable. However I will complementary, and that promotions in real world does not always achieved only with good practice, consider the "dark side (the hidden chart) organizations", then I completed 7 with the following tips: + Identify as measured and rewards people in the organization, in some it is not done a good job but: to be "loyal and obedient" to the boss, being a lame boots, paid to cover up or participate in matters little ethical, strike up a relationship. If you find that your company is rewarded (promoted) for some (or all) of the above reasons, you have to make a decision, quit and find an organization that applies meritocracy, or stick to change the satuo quo or to adapt and use it, IS YOUR DECISION, ARE YOUR VALUES!
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I attribute much of our success to three pieces of advice that have become our guiding principles:
1. Ask, "How much do I really want it?"
My high school crew coach told me that success only depends on one thing: how much you really want it. The difference between winning and losing, he would say, is nothing more than deciding that you want to win.
This advice has had a huge impact on my life and career. Every time I've dreamt up a new idea or venture, my coach's words have come to mind: How much do you really want this?
Asking yourself this question forces you to pause and evaluate the situation honestly. Do you have a true passion for it? Are you ready to do whatever it takes to make it work? Taking a genuine look at how much something matters to you will help you weed out certain projects and make time for the ones that truly captivate you. Via The Learning Factor
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September 14, 2014 6:54 PM
You're the captain of your own ship, so at the end of the day, you must trust yourself to do what's right. 
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September 15, 2014 5:14 AM
Although not always success is just a matter of your decision to get it, it is interesting this article |
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Don't wait until the week before your annual review to start collecting data and anecdotes that demonstrate your worth. Via The Learning Factor
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March 23, 2017 7:02 PM
Don't wait until the week before your annual review to start collecting data and anecdotes that demonstrate your worth.
Ann Zaslow-Rethaber's curator insight,
March 24, 2017 8:50 AM
It's hard to believe we are days away from the end of the 1st Quarter of 2017! Many of you will be having Quarterly Reviews next week, & I thought this article was timely. Ultimately, setting & achieving goals is what work ( & life, for that matter), is all about, so having clear, set goals, and a definitive path to achieve those goals, is critical to meeting those objectives. It always amazes me how often employees are not clear on precisely what is expected of them, and what will earn them a promotion, and conversely, what will cost them their job. There are also many managers out there that do not set clear, achievable goals for their employees. As always, communication is the key to success. Making a point to continually be touching base with your direct supervisor, verifying that you are doing the right thing, and asking what you can do to be a superstar, will set you head and shoulders above 90% of the others. It makes no sense to hold your breath during your review, wondering what the reaction of your manager will be. You should always be cognizant of your goals and objectives, and be focused on achieving those goals on a daily basis. If you are not crystal clear on what you need to be doing in order to get the biggest raise possible and align yourself for a promotion, ASK! If you are a manager and your employees are consistently not meeting their objectives, work on making those objectives as clear as possible, and then focus on holding your team accountable during the execution phase, rather than just at the finish line. Read more to learn 'Best Practices' in coming out of your Reviews with a 5 Star Rating!
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Life isn’t linear. No matter how well thought out your plans, they’ll eventually collide with a reality you didn’t plan on. Learning to "lean into the curves" when life doesn’t unfold as you’d hoped will help spare you untold stress, bounce back faster and emerge better off. Here’s five ways to do just that. Via The Learning Factor
Sharon Ruddleston's curator insight,
March 23, 2018 1:24 AM
Build Your Resilience - One Curve At A Time.
When life throws you a curve-ball, as it inevitably will, lean into it, keep your head up and keep your eyes fixed on where you want to go. I like to think of it as a motorbike ride. The two evoke the same neurophysiological response in the body. They are both experiences. The difference is the mindset with which we approach the experience and the way we 'choose' to interpret the situation. When life throws you a curve-ball, make a shift in mindset until you're able to change the interpretation of the situation to a more positive one and lean in to find a solution. 
Abby Yanow's curator insight,
June 22, 2018 11:46 AM
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3. Don’t let your problems become your identity "No one likes to have their business fail, their heart broken or their pride dinted. But while our setbacks can shape us, they don’t have to define us. So when life deals you a tough blow be vigilant – don’t let your adversity become your identity". I recall one day talking with a colleague describing things that had gone wrong for me - and I stopped mid-sentence when I realized that I was "making the problems my identity", as if they defined me. We know that our energy grows in the direction of what we focus on - so I said to her "I'd prefer to talk about what I'm passionate about", and thereby redirected my own energy. What are you choosing to focus on?
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When you’re an introvert browsing job listings, you might think something along these lines: Must avoid all sales jobs. Absolutely nothing client-facing. Actually, anything that’ll put me in the spotlight at all is a “no.” And that’s a totally understandable attitude, as many introverts find themselves drained after hours of interaction with people. It’s natural to want to work where you’ll be most comfortable, and for some, that’s without question a quiet environment with limited face-time (think computer programming, accounting, engineering, or writing). However, if you’re curious about certain other fields—ones that are considered traditionally extroverted—but have been reluctant to pursue opportunities, take heart. Before you write off that client-facing sales role or people-forward human resources position, you should know that plenty of introverted people thrive in so-called “extroverted” positions. Via The Learning Factor
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March 21, 2017 6:14 PM
A little self-knowledge and self-care can go a long way–including outside your comfort zone.
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Business leaders sometimes make the assumption that if they have succeeded as a leader in one field of battle that they can simply replicate that strategy across all types of teams. That isn't necessarily true. Leadership is contextual and a skill that must be constantly developed and adapted.
I have succeeded and failed in leadership positions throughout my life and therefor learned much throughout the journey. If we can apply just some of the lessons learned then we can usually find ourselves in a constant state of improvement.
Most people have the opportunity to be a leader many times during their life. Whether that is as an entrepreneur, business executive, board member of a charity, coach of their kid's sports team, or as a leader of the family. The list goes on and on. Each opportunity comes with its own set of challenges. Via The Learning Factor
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May 24, 2016 5:55 PM
We expect to lead and be led. In the absence of orders I will take charge, lead my teammates and accomplish the mission. - Navy SEAL Creed
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You not only have an up-to-date profile, but you also have a stellar headline, plenty of endorsements and a photo that manages to make you look both professional and approachable. So you’re all set on that front, right? Nope! Think again. The company recently rolled out a few new features that you should know about if you want to take full advantage of the platform. Especially if one of your goals this year involves getting a new job, improving your personal brand, or just maximizing the usefulness of LinkedIn in general. Via The Learning Factor
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January 12, 2016 4:52 PM
The company recently rolled out a few new features that you should know about if you want to take full advantage of the platform.
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The problem with self-doubt is that the fear it creates stops us from living the lives we most want and changing the things we don’t. How? Fear keeps us living small and stuck in jobs that don’t fulfill us but feel safe. But is there really anything safe about living a life where you feel disengaged, disillusioned or desperate to be doing something else? of course not. The truth is that who you are is not your doubts. The key to banishing them isn’t to wish them away, but to take action in their presence.
It’s easy to mislead ourselves into thinking that if we just had the success we wanted, then we’d never doubt ourselves again and ooze the confidence we see in others. But it actually works in reverse. Via The Learning Factor
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September 22, 2014 7:19 PM
If you find yourself plagued by self-doubt, you’re not alone. In fact, one study of managers by the European Institute for Leadership and Management revealed that 50% of female managers and 31% of male managers admitted to experiencing self-doubt. 
Mike Williams's curator insight,
September 23, 2014 3:50 AM
Become a better investor, business builder.
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Everyone needs someone in their lives that they can count on, someone to call when there’s no one else to call. And, these days, with radical change and ongoing disruption a constant part of every business, the most valuable people in any company are the ones you can count on in a crisis or a crunch--the "go-to" guys and girls. The people who are there in a pinch and who you naturally tend to run to, not from, when the feces hits the fan.
This isn't part of anyone's job description, and it's not something you can create on the fly. That's why there's no better investment you could possibly make in your career or your future than being the first stop when someone's looking for help, versus the last resort.
The good news is that this is a trait you can develop over time, like any other part of your reputation. If you're truly committed and your efforts are sincere and authentic, you can make it happen. Here's how. Via The Learning Factor
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July 22, 2014 6:50 PM
Talent is great, hard work is essential, but there's an intangible quality that makes all the difference. Here's how to develop it. |
6 tips to overcome adversity and turn problems into profit.