Talent Is Overrated

Copyright (c) 2011 Scott F ParadisIn “Talent Is Overrated: What Really Separates World-Class Performers From Everybody Else”, Geoff Colvin weighs in on the “nature versus nurture” debate with convincing evidence that nurture and old fashioned,...

Flipping Out About Money

I’m one of those people who is either super happy, really at peace, having a blast or highly stressed. Whatever I do, I do it big. I’m not proud of it, it just is. I’m always a little surprised when I get wound up about something negative because in...

Personal Development: Get More Out of Life

This article will outline a plan that will help you find what is important to you-and how to move in the direction of success. Personal development helps you maximize your potential in every area of your life. If you want to identify areas in your life, set goals and...

Staying Calm During Negotiations

Negotiations may be seen as involving two parties who each want different outcomes and are attempting to find a compromise that will suit everyone. Your expectation may be based upon a belief that the other person might not like your offer or suggestions. On the other...

Developing a Personal Development Plan

What exactly is a personal development plan? It is not some secret mysterious schedule; it is merely a guide for you to follow to get yourself from where you are right now, to where you want to be in the future. That means, basically, that your personal development...