News from the PWN Pipeline:
Emotional Intelligence as a Barometer for Leadership Potential
An important article that outlines 5 ways to measure the degree of emotional intelligence displayed by your boss or the leadership in your organization. Leaders who show high levels of self-awareness, remain emotionally open and self-confident, and exercise the ability to listen without immediate defensiveness will help to support and encourage their colleagues to grow in their roles and capabilities.
"Everyone, if they're consistent, will eventually achieve something massive."
A conversation with Tony Stubblebine, founder and CEO of goal-setting app Lift, on what measures can be taken to optimize the process of setting and achieving goals. One great suggestion is to set priorities and daily goals first thing in the morning in order to emphasize and reinforce their importance. After all, a to-do list always seems more difficult when compiled late in the day.
"Turning your phone to silent will diminish your curiosity."
A conversation with management consultant and author of Getting to It, Jones Loflin, on how best to improve your focus and ignore/eliminate distractions. One excellent tip is to make sure you define 'it', the most important goal/project that you are focused on right now, and make sure you communicate 'it' effectively to others on your team. Another suggestion is to turn off all email and social media alerts in order to avoid distraction and growing curiosity that will interfere with your focus.
Leave your comments and suggestions for goal-setting and productivity approaches below! What works best for you?
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