by Dr. Rick Goodman | Jan 1, 2019 | Personal Development
As a leader, it falls to you to make countless decisions every single day, including decisions both major and miniscule. The cumulative effect of all these decisions can frankly be exhausting. Over time, you may develop an acute case of decision fatigue—exhaustion at...
by Dr. Rick Goodman | Oct 10, 2018 | Personal Development, Self Care
Becoming a coach or a mentor is a great way to add value to someone else’s life—to allow them to benefit from your wisdom and experience. But did you know that it can add value to your own life, as well? You can take it from me: I’ve coached countless managers...
by Dr. Rick Goodman | Sep 26, 2018 | Personal Development, Self Care
Different people are motivated by different things. As a leader, it’s helpful for you to know what motivates your team members. But even more foundational, I think, is knowing what motivates yourself. There are a number of reasons for this, but foremost among...
by Dr. Rick Goodman | Aug 22, 2018 | Branding, Personal Development
When seeking a new career opportunity, your brand precedes you. Yes, we all have a personal brand, one that speaks to our experience, our professional strengths, even our personality. Your brand emanates from the pages of your resume, and from every line on your...
by Dr. Rick Goodman | Aug 8, 2018 | Leadership, Personal Development
No matter how much you love your work—no matter how energizing you find it—we all have days where our enthusiasm flags. When the daily grind causes your momentum to stall, it’s important to reach deep into your reserve of self-motivation and keep on pushin’ forward....
by Dr. Rick Goodman | Jul 5, 2018 | Personal Development, Self Care
More and more workplaces are offering their employees flexibility—the chance to set their own hours (within certain parameters) and dictate their own routines. Maybe that’s the position you find yourself in: So long as the work gets done, your boss really doesn’t care...