Emotional Intelligence Case Study: Elon Musk of Tesla Inc.

Emotional Intelligence in leadership can be difficult to find. However, when it is found, especially in executive leadership, the cultures of those companies often follow the tone established by its leaders. Imagine a company culture based on sincere interest and...
The Hard Truth About Soft Skills

The Hard Truth About Soft Skills

Unlike a good caramel candy, an inviting bed, or the perfect sweatshirt, “soft” has traditionally been underrated when it comes to desired business skills. They get overlooked by recruiters, management, and others. Why is that? Effective communication, personal habits...
The New LOL

The New LOL

IMHO, ISO, J/K, BRB, LOL … the list goes on and on when it comes to what many “older” generations might consider the “foreign language” of texting. However, most individuals—no matter their age—are adapting to this new form of “language” in order to relate to younger...

Story Form

  When you’re up there to tell your story, tell your story in three forms. Awareness: Number one, create awareness of why you’re even there. Conflict: Maybe there’s a problem; Make them aware of the problem. But that’s not enough....
The “Ah-Ha” Moment That Changed Everything

The “Ah-Ha” Moment That Changed Everything

My “ah-ha” moment happened on a fateful day during my career at Bloomberg in New York. I found myself giving a speech to a group of professionals where, at the end of my message, the audience members would ask me questions. The cameras started to roll, and the...