Three of life’s lessons: Not everyone will like you. You will not like everyone. You’ll have to deal with them anyway. How, exactly, do you get along with people you don’t like? It’s simple, although I would by lying if I said it was especially … [Read more...] about Pro coaching tips: How to deal with people you don’t like
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7 reasons why people don’t work for free
Most people understand that a business woman is in business to make money. But on occasion, we get someone – generally someone who doesn't know any better – who will ask us to work for free. My answer is "no." Being in business means offering … [Read more...] about 7 reasons why people don’t work for free
The easy way to make hard choices as a boss
I got this email from one of the women in my time management webinar, and I don’t know whether to weep or scream or pull out my hair – or all three. She writes: “My team consists of 3 people other than me. I really work by deadlines. I have … [Read more...] about The easy way to make hard choices as a boss
How to help others without going broke
If you don’t value yourself, no one else will, either. Don’t give away your expertise. Charge for it. This comment kicked off a firestorm in my social media group the other day. One person said, “Sure, I get that. But how does that mesh with the … [Read more...] about How to help others without going broke
Stop manipulation: Be assertive
Here's what chaps my cheeks: People who try to take advantage of you. And it happens all the time. The sleazy mechanic who tells you on the phone the price will be $147 and when you go to pick up your car, it's $450. The clerk who insists you only … [Read more...] about Stop manipulation: Be assertive
How to stop manipulators
Master manipulators come in all shapes and sizes. Mom dons the cloak of martyrdom. “No,” she sighs. “That’s OK. Really. You kids go ahead without me. I’ll just stay here…until whenever you finally get back. You'll have more fun without … [Read more...] about How to stop manipulators