In the fine art of finesse, you get much better results when others perceive you as being assertive rather than selfish. Either way, you’re letting others know what you want or need, so why is theresuch a difference? Assertiveness is a positive quality that makes...

You’ve seen the stories where an average person successfully bounces back from great adversity. People like this know to move forward and start over again. Why is it that some people seem to bounce back from any sort of adversity and others do not? Resilience is...

An important aspect of self-development is to know when it’s time to change something about yourself. When you change, you often become more knowledgeable, skilled, and comfortable about a task or situation. However, any kind of change, even if it will make your life...

Active listening is an important life skill. Your listening skills can impact many aspects of your life, including how well you do your job or the quality of your personal relationships. If you're serious about maximizing your success, then you have to be serious...

Sometimes you feel like you've got all the time in the world to accomplish your dreams. Yet there are reminders every day that our time on Earth is short. Unfortunately, there's no way to predict how much time you've got left, which is exactly why there's no time like...

Here's a simple game thacan take you from absolute poverty to real wealth. In fact, all you need is a penny to get started. Even if you don't have a cent to your name, you can still try this out; almost anyone will give you a penny if you ask for one. The program is...

Finding balance in your life can be difficult to do, especially during these stressful days. There's family and work obligations, plus extra­curricular activities for your kids and unexpected situations. It's no wonder that you're feeling out of balance and...

Every day, almost everywhere we look we're bombarded with someone else's idea of perfection. We're told, "You need this," "You should wear this" and "You need to be this way or that way," but no one tells us that we're just fine. In this society of "whoever has the...

You can be sure that life will at times be a twisting path of “potholes” around which you must navigate. You’ve likely been through phases of your life already where you wondered if your luck would ever change. Then, things calmed down and you discovered the smoother,...

When you’re in a position of leadership, both the amount and quality of your work output depend on your team and, consequently, your skills as a leader. Luckily, these skills can be developed. All it takes is learning the keys to effective leadership and practicing...

Goal setting is one of the best ways to get ahead in life ­ but only if you're setting your goals effectively! Are you trying for unattainable goals that you aren't really passionate about? Do you quickly give up on your goals? It can be easy to get discouraged, but...

Regardless of your experience or level of self-esteem, it's only natural to feel at least a little nervous when you stand in front of an audience and deliver a public speech. Left unchecked, the butterflies in your stomach can derail your entire presentation....

Compliments are a simple way to help each other feel better by acknowledging our accomplishments and positive qualities. If receiving praise sometimes make you uncomfortable, think about the benefits of being appreciated and learn to respond graciously. The Benefits...

Do you find yourself feeling stressed out because you have too many things to do? After all, there are tasks to finish for work, things to complete around the house, and activities you want to do with your family. How can you do it all? If you feel bogged down from...

Changing your life is possible. It only requires a few key ingredients: a plan, patience, and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone. If you've really struggled with life, it can be helpful to start small. Achieving a few small successes will give you the...

Spice up your life by stimulating your natural sense of curiosity. Your daily activities can evoke just as much wonder as any story about Harry Potter or Lord of the Rings. Studies show that we learn better when we’re in a state of heightened curiosity. In one...