8 Simple Ways to Be a Better Listener
People prefer talking to people who genuinely listen, and this helps build stronger relationships. Here are 8 ways on how to be a better listener.
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8 Reasons Why Children Misbehave (With Solutions!)
One of the most common expressions parents can be heard saying is, “I don’t understand why he’s/she’s doing that”. There are eight, very common reasons why children misbehave. It is extremely useful for parents to know t
5 Things You Should Know About Personal Finance
Money. Oh money. It makes the world go 'round. It's one of the biggest reasons for divorce. It either frees us or enslaves us. It is the commodity of all commodities. And yet, as much as many of us make, most of us know
11 Reasons to be Cheerful
We tend to focus on our problems in life and to take for granted our blessings and achievements. It is natural that we think about the difficulties we face and the challenges we have to overcome but there is a real dange
13 Strategies To Jumpstart Your Productivity
Looking to increase your productivity? You've come to the right article. I don't claim to be a productivity master (I always think there's room for improvement), but I am very passionate about increasing productivity. I'
Improve Your Writing With Word Limits
Here’s a scenario that might sound familiar: you are listening to a speech or presentation, or perhaps you are reading an article, an essay, or a report, and it becomes clear that the writer is using words without commun
9 Great Ways to Be Exceptionally Boring
Can you choose whether you are an interesting person or a dull person? To a large extent you can. There are things you can do to make your company and your conversation interesting and there are things you can do that wi
How to Tell a Funny Joke
“The human race has only one effective weapon, and that is laughter.” -Mark Twain If you want to impress somebody, make them laugh. If you want to connect with someone new, make them laugh. If you want to get a raise fro
What Do You Need To Let Go Of?
I like the concept of letting go. It’s mostly where I find joy, calm, peace and purpose. It’s so much easier than chasing. And so much more effective. Rather than chasing happiness, the Buddhist philosophy suggests that
Newbie Fashion Tips for Grown-Up Men
Just over a month ago, I ran into a friend at a CES event. While I see this friend around town once in a while, this was the first time I’d seen him in a non-casual setting since Blogworld 4 months earlier. After exchang
How To Start and Run a Mastermind Group
Some people like to cooperate with others to achieve their goals, while others prefer to chase their dreams on their own. I find that involving mutually committed partners in my pursuits is intensely rewarding - especial
8 Qualities of Powerful Writing
Every semester I agonize over how to help my students learn to write more meaningful, interesting papers. Not just in my class, but altogether. Writing well is a key skill in today’s information-heavy society, and above
What to Do if You Don't Get Along with Your Boss
What should you do if you really cannot get on with your boss at work? Maybe there has been a breakdown in trust, in communication or in respect. In any event it is ruining your time at work and making you frustrated and
Being a Man in the 21st Century (Part 2)
Earlier this week, I began a discussion of the way that manhood in American society is changing. Today, I want to revisit the topic with some of my own ideas about how these changes could lead to a more enriching and sat
Being a Man in the 21st Century (Part 1)
Manhood is changing. It's as simple, and as complicated, as that. Two recent events prompted me to write about manhood today. The first was the release of The Shriver Report, a study of the status of women in the United