Learning how to delegate effectively is one of the first tasks for any new manager. While delegation is an important leadership skill, the psychology of delegation is challenging for many people. Here are some of the most common reasons for delegation failures and suggested solutions.… Read more... “How to Delegate”
Workplace Psychology
What Does Science Say About New Year’s Resolutions?
I almost didn’t write this blog post because it is such a cliché for psychologists to write about New Year’s resolutions. However, my curiosity won out because I wanted to know what science says about New Year’s resolutions because there are so many articles claiming to offer good advice but providing no credible sources for any of the claims.… Read more... “What Does Science Say About New Year’s Resolutions?”
Personal Branding Has a Branding Problem
After years of job seekers being bombarded with career advice about personal branding, a lot of people are expressing disgust. A new industry is capitalizing on hatred of personal branding and reassuring job seekers that they don’t have to do anything as tawdry as personal branding.… Read more... “Personal Branding Has a Branding Problem”
Are Assholes Winning?
(Warning: This post uses strong language because I highly recommend a book with strong language in the title.)
Sometimes Assholes Succeed
This year I’ve watched in dismay as some truly terrible people have scored business successes that seem to reward bad behavior.… Read more... “Are Assholes Winning?”
Advice From College Counselors: How to Succeed in College
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College counselors wish they could talk to every college student, but since there are an average of 1500 students for every college counselor in America, many students will never talk to one.… Read more... “Advice From College Counselors: How to Succeed in College”