Curious George was always getting into trouble. I guess the little monkey didn’t know or didn’t care that “curiosity killed the cat.” Comedian Steven Wright cares. He once said, “Curiosity killed the cat, but for a while I was a suspect.” These perspectives suggest that curiosity is risky business. And maybe it’s true. But, without …
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How Am I Sabotaging My Future? – Part 4
In the previous post of this series, I suggested that becoming a better listener is a career advancing skill. For some, that is easier said than done. Today’s topic might make it easier to become a better listener. It will also provide context for all future posts. Beliefs drive attitudes – attitudes drive behaviors – …
How Am I Sabotaging My Future? – Part 3
On election day of 2010, at a business networking event in Cincinnati, a gathering of about 150 people was engaged in discussion framed by three questions posed by host, facilitator, and teacher extraordinaire, Steve Browne. * “What is networking?” * “Why do so many people not participate?” * “How can I become a networking savant?” …
How Am I Sabotaging My Future? – Part 2
This series continues based on the premise that effective leadership requires certain interpersonal skills and many of these same skills are necessary to advance any career. So where should we go next with the discussion? I don’t know if it matters. Let’s just dive in and see what happens. The book “Never Eat Alone” by …