ARTICLES
- This article argues that focusing too much on authenticity can limit growth. A new job or new demands in an existing role may require new behaviors that are not comfortable. People ascribe this discomfort to not being true to themselves but it is important to push out of your comfort zone to grow.
- There is a big gap in confidence between men and women. In numerous studies, men overestimate their abilities and women underestimate theirs while actual performance is the same. HP found women applying for jobs when they thought they met 100% of the job requirements whereas men were willing to apply believing 60% of the requirements were met. This is a big issue because confidence matters as much as competence when it comes to being successful.
- While not a great title, this is a helpful post with advice about increasing productivity. It advocates prioritization, working backwards from when you want to end your day and rigorous scheduling.
VIDEOS
- We all know that how we feel can influence our body language and how we are perceived, but research shows changing body language can affect how we feel. Amy Cuddy shares research that standing in a power pose can increase testosterone and make us feel more confident.
- In a world where extroversion is prized, introverts are often overlooked. Susan Cain points out that introverts bring important talents to the table and need to be nurtured.
BOOKS
by Jim Loehr and Tony Schwartz
This is an interesting new take on being your best – manage energy rather than time. There are a number of important points including the fact that you can spend time on things but if you are not engaged, it is pointless. Also, we need to consider emotional, physical and mental wellbeing in order to perform.
by Richard H. Thaler and Cass R. Sunstein
Thaler and Sunstein explain how we can influence decisions by how we set up options, language and other parameters that leave the underlying choice the same but result in very different outcomes.
