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Being Afraid and Doing it Anyway
E.A.Fife
I have a tremendous fear of flying and really all travel. The physical act of being on a plane, in a car, or on a train is almost debilitating. I become convinced that my life will be over before I reach my destination. Even as I write this, I am in a plane, 30,000 feet…
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Habits: How to Banish the Old and Bring in the New
E.A.Fife
Habits are small decisions you make and actions you perform every day. Duke University research suggests that habits leave a lasting mark on specific circuits in the brain. As a result, behavior becomes automated. Habits can be both good and bad. Hygiene practices, like brushing your teeth, are great habits that keep you healthy. But…
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11 Unsaid Rules of Workplace Etiquette
Many adults spend a significant amount of their lives in the workplace, either remotely or in person. One common reason that people leave the workplace is because of an environment that is unpleasant due to poor etiquette. Cultivating a positive workplace can increase employee loyalty and retention and overall well-being. There are certain unspoken etiquette…
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Stuck on a problem? The Solution is 5 Steps Away
You’re 45 minutes into a Teams Meeting discussing a challenging issue. It’s the third call of its kind. There is no solution in sight. Frustration is mounting on all sides. Disagreement is rampant. Everyone believes that their solution is right and they raise their defenses, prepped to battle it out until everyone else agrees. With…
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10 Ways to Cultivate a Growth Mindset
E.A.Fife
In “A Growth Mindset Can Help You Achieve Your Goals”, I introduced the concept of a growth vs. fixed mindset. A growth mindset fosters creativity, increases productivity, advances lifelong learning, and ultimately enhances resilience. Recognizing whether or not you have a fixed mindset, even if only in certain areas, is a first step in shifting…