To please the powerful, flattery will get you no where. Instead, focus on learning and aiding the other person's goals.
Heidi Grant Halvorson - April 2015
It doesn’t matter how competent you are as a leader, you won’t get very far if your team doesn’t trust you.
Heidi Grant Halvorson - September 2014
Telling your employee that they gave a “good effort” does little for their improvement. Keep it honest, no matter how painful.
Heidi Grant Halvorson - October 2013
Your interest in a task is more important than its difficulty when it comes to managing your energy levels.
Heidi Grant Halvorson - June 2013
By switching between Promotion and Prevention focuses we can generate our best ideas.
Heidi Grant Halvorson - April 2013
Why a few slight tweaks in mindset can drastically improve your negotiation skills.
Heidi Grant Halvorson - March 2013
When we feel secure in our new position, it can free us to take bolder, more innovative action.
Heidi Grant Halvorson - February 2013
Trying to be perfect can cause enough anxiety and frustration to sabotage our creativity.
Heidi Grant Halvorson - January 2013
Bad news: studies show that creatives are often overlooked as leaders. Good news: the bias can be overcome.
Heidi Grant Halvorson - December 2012
<br>Vague plans don’t get done. Capitalize on the natural language of your brain and be specific when setting goals.<br>
Heidi Grant Halvorson - November 2012