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Are you a Positive or Negative Thinker?
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com Do your friends and family call you a pessimist, when you swear you’re just being “realistic”? Are you known for your sunny outlook and the conviction that, like Annie, the “sun will come up tomorrow”? Sometimes … Continue reading
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“Feed Your Mind—And the Rest Will Follow”
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com Is your mind on a junk food diet? What you choose to feed your mind on plays a big role in whether your views are optimistic or pessimistic. Pay attention to the books you read, the … Continue reading
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Positive or Negative—Your Choice
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com Imagine two people beginning the same job or starting the same kind of company, identical in every way, with the only difference that one person has a positive outlook and the other has a negative attitude. … Continue reading
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When a Client Goes AWOL
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com How do you handle the client who seems to go missing in the middle of a project—when you need crucial information to stay on track? Managing an AWOL client is a lot like handling an absentee … Continue reading
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Handling the Absentee Client-Manager
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com Have you ever landed a client who initiates a project and then goes missing? Phone calls and emails go unanswered along with vital questions, and meanwhile, deadlines loom. The fate of the project—and your reputation—hang in … Continue reading
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How to be Your Own Best Advocate
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com In the workplace, it’s not uncommon to find yourself without a mentor or champion. In those sink-or-swim times, knowing how to be your own best advocate can be the difference between success and failure. Being your … Continue reading
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Be the Workplace Hero You’ve Been Waiting For
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com Are you still waiting for a champion to take your part in the workplace? Rather than waiting to be rescued, why not take the reins and become the hero you’ve been waiting for? Here are two … Continue reading
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Champion Yourself!
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com In my experience, both as a success coach and as a sale professional in Corporate America, too many people sit back and wait for someone else to be their champion, missing important opportunities. You can learn … Continue reading
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Be Proactive When Your Boss is MIA
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com It’s hard to get work done when you’ve got a boss who is frequently not around, doesn’t respond to calls or emails, or can’t give clear instructions. Here are a few more tips for taking control … Continue reading
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Be Your Own Best Boss
by Faith Monson www.FaithMonson.com Any time you change jobs (or your job changes around you), stress follows. Usually during the transition, there’s a period of chaos, and it can be daunting to feel like you’re at the top of your … Continue reading
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