Unleashing Genius Thinking, Creativity & Innovation
This week's (3/28/11 to 4/3/11) Work Matters wants to help you tap into your creative side.
Do you know people who really know how to let their creative juices flow? Are you one of those people who join in, or stand back scratching your head? Perhaps you think you're not creative, but maybe you just don't know how to start!
The show starts with a segment of Uncommon Sense where Nan and her colleague Beth Pelkofsky field listener questions.
Then, Nan interviews internationally renowned author, speaker, and consultant Michael Gelb. In addition to being a pioneer in the field of creative thinking, he's also the author of How to Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci: Seven Steps to Genius Every Day. Michael shares his insight and some tips on how to tap into your inner genius.
eBox:
Bother Me, I'm thinking
Gen Y Not Inherently Optimistic
Have you read Nan's award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like her book "Nibble Your Way to Success"
Call Nan on her toll free number 866-944-8195 and tell her what's going on in your work world and why your work matters.
Posted by Nan Russell at 02:10 PM
March 14, 2011Stepping into Your Potential
This week's (3/14/11 to 3/20/11) Work Matters takes on the issue of how to establish a positive mindset and distinguish yourself at work.
Have you had a set back that has derailed your career? Do you know how to set yourself apart and be recognized for your work performance? How can you really shine and release your brilliance on the job?
The show starts with a segment of Uncommon Sense where Nan and her colleague Beth Pelkofsky field listener questions. They also discuss the recent article How to Keep Your Star Performers in Trying Times.
Then Nan interviews motivational speaker Simon T. Bailey. Simon was voted the best keynote speaker ever heard or used by the readers of Meetings and Conventions magazine. He's also the author of Releasing Your Brilliance. Simon talks about the different steps you can take to shine on the job.
eBox:
Generations United in Job Unhappiness
Can We Measure the Power of Charisma
Have you read Nan's award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like her book "Nibble Your Way to Success"
Call Nan on her toll free number 866-944-8195 and tell her what's going on in your work world and why your work matters.
Posted by Nan Russell at 09:10 AM
March 07, 2011Difficult Work Conversations
This week's (3/7/11 to 3/13/11) Work Matters explores how to best approach some difficult work conversations.
Do you need some changes in your job or in your work relationships but don't know how to approach your boss, your co-worker, or your employee in the best way to resolve the issue? Can you phrase your dilemma as a request rather than a complaint? How do you even start this potentially explosive conversation?
The show starts with a segment of Uncommon Sense where Nan and her colleague Beth Pelkofsky field listener questions and discuss the New York Times article "Overqualified? Yes, but Happy to Have a Job.
Then Nan interviews Lynne Eisaguirre, speaker, author, consultant and coach. She's also a former employment attorney and the author of We Need to Talk: Tough Conversations with Your Boss . Lynne talks about tones, approaches, and mechanics that can bring about positive results from addressing tough issues through conversation.
Have you read Nan's award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like her book "Nibble Your Way to Success"
Call Nan on her toll free number 866-944-8195 and tell her what's going on in your work world and why your work matters.
Posted by Nan Russell at 09:48 AM
