Friday, May 29, 2020

Whats Up With LinkedIn

Whats Up With LinkedIn Since I wrote the book on LinkedIn (in its 4th edition, which is now outdated), I have been keeping an eye on LinkedIn.  Not so much the company or product, but the utility. When I speak at job clubs across the U.S., I listen to users. I want to know what value they get, and search for success stories. The story from users has changed over the last few years.  How about for you?  Is LinkedIn doing the job for you? Here is some food for thought: LinkedIns new digs: the SF skyscraper.  This article has some beautiful photos of the office, which are amazing.  This is what a company valued at around $30B (last I checked) gets to buy.  Very nice. If you want a feel-good story, then DO NOT read the comments on that post.  Otherwise, youll find that all but one or two are really, really down on LinkedIn. Speaking of being down on LinkedIn, check out this interesting post by Patrick Moore, LinkedIn employee #32 (from 2004 to 2005): LinkedIn has lost its Vision (posted March 26, 2016). Patrick proposes a fascinating idea behind why LinkedIn has lost its value: the members and their willingness to keep their profile up to date. His post gives a very interesting insight from a former insider on the value proposition of LinkedIn, and a bit on the landscape and competitors. Does LinkedIn still add value?  Yes, it does for me. But I continue to hear one theme from people: LinkedIn has disrespected their users.  Not once, not in one year over time. Its a pattern, and when I hear someone say (like I did yesterday) I dont do anything on LinkedIn anymore, theres nothing I can do, but listen. For now, we continue to get the value we can out of it, and wonder what will be next. Whats Up With LinkedIn Since I wrote the book on LinkedIn (in its 4th edition, which is now outdated), I have been keeping an eye on LinkedIn.  Not so much the company or product, but the utility. When I speak at job clubs across the U.S., I listen to users. I want to know what value they get, and search for success stories. The story from users has changed over the last few years.  How about for you?  Is LinkedIn doing the job for you? Here is some food for thought: LinkedIns new digs: the SF skyscraper.  This article has some beautiful photos of the office, which are amazing.  This is what a company valued at around $30B (last I checked) gets to buy.  Very nice. If you want a feel-good story, then DO NOT read the comments on that post.  Otherwise, youll find that all but one or two are really, really down on LinkedIn. Speaking of being down on LinkedIn, check out this interesting post by Patrick Moore, LinkedIn employee #32 (from 2004 to 2005): LinkedIn has lost its Vision (posted March 26, 2016). Patrick proposes a fascinating idea behind why LinkedIn has lost its value: the members and their willingness to keep their profile up to date. His post gives a very interesting insight from a former insider on the value proposition of LinkedIn, and a bit on the landscape and competitors. Does LinkedIn still add value?  Yes, it does for me. But I continue to hear one theme from people: LinkedIn has disrespected their users.  Not once, not in one year over time. Its a pattern, and when I hear someone say (like I did yesterday) I dont do anything on LinkedIn anymore, theres nothing I can do, but listen. For now, we continue to get the value we can out of it, and wonder what will be next.

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

How to Use Personality Tests in Your Job Search - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

How to Use Personality Tests in Your Job Search - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Searching for a job â€" including studying and preparing for a job â€" can be a difficult task. For every person who has known they wanted to be a fireman or nurse since they were five years old, there are many more who need help honing in on a career. They also need some guidance in mapping out a long-term plan. The average worker in the U.S. stays at his or her current job just over four years. What do you like to do? What field do you want to work in? What kind of jobs are available? What’s the job outlook for that field? The kinds of decisions you have to make can look huge, and the questions can seem overwhelming. That’s why personality tests can be helpful in your job search. Personality tests can answer questions about what you like to do. Identify Your Strengths and What You Enjoy If you love talking to people, combine that personal knowledge with potential careers and long-term job outlooks. For example, from 2014 to 2024, one of the fastest-growing job segments will be health care. It’s projected to expand about 20 percent. If you want to move into this industry, factor in your personality to make a good career choice. You might be happy as a nurse or dietician, who interact with people all day. A records technician, though, would be more involved with record keeping and might fit a quieter personality. Knowing what kind of jobs mesh with your personality gives you a good roadmap for going forward: deciding on a career, preparing for it, finding a job and doing well in it. Personality tests can help you discover your personality, and job, strengths. The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator There are many personality tests used in job searches, but one of the most widely used in the U.S. is the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator. The Myers-Briggs is loosely based on the work of one of the twentieth-century pioneers of psychology, Carl Jung. Jung developed the theory that people were either extroverts, who loved being with people and sought out social situations, or introverts, who were quiet and happier being alone than at a party. The developers of Myer-Briggs built upon his work and expanded it into a multiple-choice personality test that classifies people into categories. If you feel you don’t belong entirely in any one of the categories below, don’t worry! “Ambiverts” make up about two-thirds of the population â€" meaning you have both extrovert and introvert characteristics. There are four categories in the Myers-Briggs: Favorite world â€" do you like the outer world or your own inner world best? If it’s the outer world (people), you’re an extrovert. Myers-Briggs uses initials as an abbreviation, so extroversion is known as E. If you prefer the inner world of your own thoughts, you’re an introvert (I). Information â€" do you tend to get information through what you see, hear, smell? Then you get information through your senses (S). If you like to think about the information and interpret it, then you get information primarily through your intuition (N). Decisions â€" do you like to look at data when making decisions? Do you tend toward rational decision-making based on facts? Then you’re a thinking (T) personality. Do you tend to look at the people and circumstances involved when making a decision? Then you’re a feeling (F) personality. Structure â€" do you like to decide on matters quickly? If so, you’re a judging (J) personality. Or, do you like to stay open to new information coming in and revise as necessary? Then you’re a perceiving (P) personality. Each type within the four categories is then combined into four-letter personality types. If you are an extrovert who tends to get information from what you see, and you make quick decisions based on data, you’re an ESTJ â€" along with about 8.7% of the U.S. population. Are you more introverted? Do you use intuition to think about information and tend to consider decisions by thinking about the people involved rather than the every single fact? Then you’re an INFP. Overall, there are 16 possible combinations. Taking a Myers-Briggs test will let you know what your specific combination is. Using Myers-Briggs in Your Job Search Once you know your type, you can start thinking about what jobs blend with your personality. Pragmatic Jobs Work for STs Do you like to get facts (S) and make decisions based on them (T)? Then look for jobs in which you need to be logical. If you’re an extrovert (E), you could be an insurance agent or work in a bank. Both need to work with people all day, but their decisions are based on hard and fast numbers. If you’re an introvert (I), your compatible jobs could be systems administrator or police officer. The reliance on data to make decisions is the same, but you’ll perform your job alone or in a small unit. Job search advice: Use data! Did you increase sales 15% in a summer job? Then be sure to put it in your resume and mention it in the interview. Did complaints decrease 22% once you became the systems administrator in a part-time job? Make sure potential employers know it. Caretaker Jobs Fit SFs If you are happy with facts but prefer to make your decisions based on your perception of people, you’ll likely be happy in a niche where you’re a caretaker. If you’re an E, you might be happy as a nutritionist or cosmetologist. They talk to people all day, and find out what makes them tick. Their decisions are very informed by the individuality of their clients. If you’re an I, you might be a social worker or a veterinary technician. They too find out what makes people tick, but one-on-one. Job search advice: Tell a story. Did you make sure the creative team all knew each other when you were their secretary? Emphasize your sensitivities toward other people when you’re interviewed â€" and how that helps your employer. Theorist Jobs Are Best for NTs People who use their intuition and make their decisions based on facts are often good at careers requiring them to think through data theoretically and then apply it. If you’re an E, for example, you might be great as a manager or a real estate agent. You think about how the data works in a given company situation, or what the current real estate market is. Then you make your decisions about the people you’re working with based on data. If you’re an I, you could be a great software technician or engineer. You think through the data carefully, and then apply it to a situation. Job search advice: In your job interview, stress your thoughtful nature. Did you find the perfect home for a young couple on a tight budget? You used the facts of their finances, but added a nuanced search of neighborhoods to find a home they love. They’ve sent every friend and family member to you since. Tell prospective employers. Empathic Jobs Bring Out the Best in NFs If you use your intuition but make decisions based on feelings more than facts, jobs requiring empathy fit your style. Empathy, the ability to feel as other people feel about situations, can be very beneficial in job situations. If you’re an E, for example, you might want to work in healthcare or a restaurant. In both, it helps to have a feeling for what your clients feel. If you’re an I, you might be an interior design professional or work in a library. You will utilize your feelings, but in situations with buildings or books rather than lots of people. Job search advice: Did you work as a Candy Striper and discover that patients are much happier in a sunny common room than left in their beds? Craft a story that tells employers how much your empathy cut hospitals stays for older patients. Personality tests such as Myers-Briggs can help you in your job search. They can point you toward certain professions, fields and courses of study. Use them as building blocks toward getting a job that’s a good fit for you.

Friday, May 22, 2020

Maintaining Networking Momentum After You Land the Job - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career

Maintaining Networking Momentum After You Land the Job - Personal Branding Blog - Stand Out In Your Career Networking is something many job seekers get into reluctantly. It can feel awkward if you haven’t done much of it before. What do you do, where do you start? Losing your job, especially, can make you want to hold back from meeting new people and talking about yourself. What will you say when they ask what you do, and more importantly, how will you project confidence when so much of your identity had been wrapped up in a job you were forced to leave? It’s understandable then that as soon as you do land a job, you’d want to stop networking. The desire to dive into your new cubicle or office and bury yourself in your work can be very strong. And it’s easy to use the excuse of being too busy learning your new job to get out there and network. In an ideal world, you’d keep up some networking momentum, perhaps shifted down a gear or two. What this current job market has illustrated is that having a strong network on the look out for opportunities for you, and willing to recommend you for them, is the key to minimizing your time in the unemployment line. An ever ready network Since you never know when you’ll need your network again, before you withdraw back into your comfort zone, there are a few things you can do to make sure your network is ready to go again whenever you are: 1) Close the loops Update your LinkedIn profile. Add in your new company, title and job description. Rewrite your summary, if necessary. Update your contacts. LinkedIn allows you to send a message to up to 50 contacts at a time. If you send out an email blast, be sure that all of the recipient emails are listed in the bcc line to maintain everyone’s privacy and avoid multiple “Reply All” emails. Send a personal thank you email or handwritten note to anyone who helped you during your search. While you should have been doing this all along, if you missed anybody, now is the perfect time to make up for it. It will only get more awkward the longer you wait. 2) Start making internal  inroads Get introduced to the people around you. Being proactive in meeting people in both your department and adjacent ones, rather than waiting for them to come to you, will help you get up to speed more quickly and be more effective in your job. Join the LinkedIn and Facebook groups for your new company, and follow your new employer on Twitter. Sometimes it’s the best way to stay updated on news and developments. 3) Maintain your outside network Make a commitment that at least once a month you’ll have lunch away from your desk and away from your closest co-workers to catch up with outside colleagues. If you haven’t already done so, check out the professional associations for your industry and search LinkedIn for relevant industry groups to join. All of these activities keep you visible and in the flow of new ideas and opportunities that can help advance your career.   They also keep you in the right mindset for networking. When you’re not putting pressure on yourself to get something, you put less pressure on others, and at the same time, become more comfortable with networking overall. Author: Liz Lynch is founder of the Center for Networking Excellence and author of Smart Networking: Attract a Following In Person and Online (McGraw-Hill, 2008). Connect with Liz on Twitter at @liz_lynch and get your free Smart Networking Toolkit at http://www.SmartNetworking.com.

Monday, May 18, 2020

How to Successfully Navigate a Workplace Romance

How to Successfully Navigate a Workplace Romance Work is a place that a lot of adults spend the majority of their time. For this reason, it’s no surprise that an annual survey by CareerBuilder, found that 40% of people have dated a work colleague at some point. It’s easy to fall for a work colleague, as you’re likely to have common interests and goals, after all. This could create a foundation for a spark-filled romance. With that being said, it isn’t a crime to have a love interest at work, but it is important to understand the rules around it. This is especially true as a workplace romance doesnt always have a blissful ending.    Some even lead to lawsuits or a drop in workplace productivity.   On the brighter side, when boundaries are created and professional communication is maintained, it is possible to successfully date in the workplace! Establish a Reason The first thing you should do to successfully navigate a workplace romance is to establish the reason for the relationship. Try and uncover the motivations behind the person pursuing you (or who you personally are pursuing) so that you know the risks you’re taking are worthwhile. For instance, a colleague could be pursuing you for the purpose of advancing their career. This means you’d be risking your reputation and potentially have to put up with office gossip for someone with bad intentions. If you’re sure their intentions are pure, defining the nature of your relationships and ensuring that both of you consent to it is necessary. Doing so will ensure you’re on the same page moving forward. If you feel you’re being pressured or coerced into a relationship, set boundaries and ensure they’re reinforced â€" if lines are crossed, address the issue with HR immediately! Find Out Your Workplace Policy Before engaging in any kind of workplace romance, you should find out what the rules in your place of employment are. Every business has different policies when it comes to dating a work colleague, so find out what they are before proceeding. To find out this information, speak with your HR manager, as they should offer a safe space for you to discuss such matters. They should also be able to provide practical advice regarding protecting your professional image and informing superiors, in case things go south. An additional piece of advice is to learn about the policies and rules around disclosure. This could mean not sharing confidential information with your partner or breaching work confidences outside of the office. It can be easy to do as couples often talk and share intimate details of their day with one another. However, to avoid breaking workplace rules and jeopardizing your job, try and refrain from doing so. Understand Co-Workers When you have a workplace romance, a hurdle you’ll have to face is disclosing the news to co-workers. While you don’t have to make a public announcement in the office and inform everyone, there may be key people you have to tell. Think about how you’re going to deal with things like workplace gossip or people criticizing you because of your relationship, especially if you’re entering a relationship with a superior. Bear in mind that different generations have different rules and views about what they see as acceptable in the workplace. Being part of a multigenerational workforce means that you may have to accept the different opinions people may have about your relationship. The goal should be to not take anything personally.   Instead, focus on doing your job and keeping the relationship separate from work as much as possible. Create Healthy Boundaries Creating healthy boundaries is important when dating a colleague at work. Once you’re both well-informed about office policies and guidelines, set boundaries of your own. An example of a boundary could be refraining from things like kissing and holding hands in the office. This can make others uncomfortable and isn’t appropriate behavior for a workplace. As tempting as it may be, save your affection for after hours and off work premises. If you’ll be attending work events together, you can engage but be professional. Remember to use the right etiquette for workplace events such as upholding your office culture and behaving as though you’re in a business setting. Focus on Your Goals Before you started a romantic relationship at work, it’s likely you had personal goals you wanted to achieve. It could be anything from getting a promotion to developing your skills. If you’re a woman in business, especially, focusing on your goals is important as you may have to work harder to ensure you meet your targets. Remember to keep work and romance separate so that you aren’t distracted from achieving those goals. One way to do this would be for you to maintain and establish other healthy work relationships outside of just romantic ones. This means participating in team building activities and events as well as focusing on your personal development. Also, stay true to who you are and don’t behave in ways you wouldn’t usually just to appease your partner. Be Professional if the Relationship Ends Although it would be nice if all work romances had a fairytale ending, it isn’t always the case. In light of this, if your relationship does eventually come to an end, try and keep it professional. It can be incredibly challenging to still have to work with someone you’re no longer in a relationship with.   Especially if the relationship ended badly. However, keeping your ethics intact and not allowing it to affect your ability to deliver quality work is essential. If your ex is threatening or harassing you in the workplace, speak to HR about it to see how they can intervene. They should be well-equipped in dealing with workplace conflict and help you find a tangible solution. Working with a significant other is a dream come true for some, while it can prove tedious for others. Just be sure that if you do decide to engage in work romance, you follow the right protocol and learn to separate work from pleasure. This guest post was authored by Brooke Faulkner Brooke Faulkner is a writer, mom and adventurer in the Pacific Northwest. She spends her days pondering what makes a good leader. And then dreaming up ways to teach these virtues to her sons, without getting groans and eye rolls in response.

Friday, May 15, 2020

9 Different Types of Careers in the Courtroom - CareerMetis.com

9 Different Types of Careers in the Courtroom Source : Pixabay.comFor anyone interested in working in the legal field, the courtroom is full of exciting career opportunities.Although legal proceedings are not always as dramatic as they are sometimes depicted on television and in movies, they are an integral part of our justice system.Each of the following careers plays a different role in the courtroom:1. JudgeevalevalJudges are responsible for presiding over legal proceedings including pretrial conferences, hearings and trials. Judges interpret the law and make determinations and rulings.In criminal trials, the judge is responsible for sentencing defendants who are found guilty. In civil legal matters, the judge determines liability.Judges need juris doctor/doctorate The average salary for a defense attorney is approximately $110,000 per year.3. ProsecutorThe prosecuting attorney is responsible for arguing that defendants in criminal hearings and trials actually committed the crimes of which they’re accused.A prosecutor repre sents the state or jurisdiction that charged the defendant and seeks to prove the defendant’s guilt.As is the case with judges and defense attorneys, prosecutors need juris doctor/doctorate degrees.evalOn average, prosecutors earn approximately $110,000 per year.4. Court ReporterIt is important to have transcripts of legal proceedings. That’s where court reporters play an important role.The court reporter is responsible for using specialized equipment to create a legal transcription of proceedings, documenting everything that’s said.Court reporters generally need at least an associate degree and professional certification and can expect to earn an average salary of more than $51,000 per year.eval5. ParalegalParalegals are not attorneys themselves but work closely with them. Paralegals conduct legal research, looking for legal precedents that attorneys can use in their arguments and motions to strengthen their cases.To be a paralegal, you should have completed an associate degr ee. There are also specialized paralegal educational programs that may help you break into this career.On average, paralegals earn approximately $50,000 per year.6. Court ClerkCourt clerks are responsible for the administrative side of courtroom proceedings. Clerks often prepare and issue court orders and manage the court’s calendar and docket.If you want to be a court clerk, you will generally need to have earned professional certifications and at least an associate degree.evalThe average salary for a court clerk is approximately $33,000 per year.7. Court InterpreterWhen a defendant in a legal proceeding in the U.S. doesn’t speak English well enough to understand the proceedings, a court interpreter serves as a translator, so the defendant can participate.Court interpreters typically need bachelor’s degrees and professional certifications. They also must be able to demonstrate fluency and proficiency in the languageBailiffs also seek to keep juries safe from outside contact d uring trials, so their decisions are not tainted.To be a bailiff, you will likely need professional certifications and an associate degree.The average annual salary for bailiffs is more than $42,000.9. Corrections OfficerIn criminal legal matters, corrections officers escort defendants to and from the courtroom and monitor their behavior while they’re in holding cells.Corrections officers have generally completed associate degrees and professional certifications, earning an average annual salary of more than $42,000.As you can see, courtroom jobs consist of more than just judges and lawyers. These roles are all responsible for helping our justice system function well. Careers in the Courtroom provided by Litigation Services

Monday, May 11, 2020

How To Choose The Right LinkedIn Profile Picture

How To Choose The Right LinkedIn Profile Picture How To Choose The Right LinkedIn Profile Picture Job Search / LinkedIn Profiles Despite being a business networking tool, LinkedIn is still considered social media. The “social” in social media is why it’s essential to have a photo. While some people feel that including a profile photo might open them up to discrimination, there is no way to hide from a potential employer. Sadly, discrimination does exist. However, you can’t prevent an employer from thinking you are too old or too young or too whatever. The key is to have a recruiter- and employer-ready photo that shows you at your best, business self. Add Photo Do’s While a photo taken by a professional is nice to have, it’s not critical. A clean head shot, wearing appropriate attire, and preferably smiling is all that you need. While you may think that employers will respond to a serious look, studies show that likable people are more apt to be hired and promoted. In fact, a study from Harvard Business School found that being viewed at competent but not friendly can hurt your chance of landing a job according to an post by Photofeeler. Don’t forget to add a “background photo” to your profile as well. Leaving this area blank makes you appear that you’re not LinkedIn savvy. Avoid Photo Don’ts Given the fact that LinkedIn is primarily used for business, it’s surprising the number of inappropriate profile photos found there. Unsuitable photos include: group shots, couple shots, family shots, or solo shots where you were cut out of the picture. Always opt for appropriate business attire. While recruiting, I was stunned to stumble across a LinkedIn profile where the woman was wearing a wedding dress, including the veil. Although, she had some relevant qualifications, her choice of attire took her out of the running. Avoid photos where your attire is too casual, like shorts or a bathing suit, or too formal , like an evening gown or a tux. Get Objective Insights Most people ask their friends and family about their LinkedIn photo. Unfortunately, that won’t give you objective insights. While a coach may provide more objectivity it’s only one person’s opinion. A quick, and inexpensive, solution is to submit your photo to Photofeeler. Depending on the size of the sample you request, you can have your photo rated in terms of being Competent (Smart, Capable), Likable (Friendly, Kind), and Influential (Industry-Leading, Respected, Quoted) *. According to a study done by Photofeeler, the photos that scored highest on these traits had a few things in common. Here are three mentioned in the study: Unobstructed eyes. Eyes blocked by sunglasses, hair, glare, or shadows will bring your score on Competency and Influence. A smile with visible teeth scores well on Likability. However, a laughing smile brings down your ratings on Competency and Influence. Business attire was the most important factor in garnering high scores in Competence and Influence. You may not like it, but you need to dress the part. Although you may not want to be judged on your appearance, the truth is that we all are. While you may think that leaving a photo off of your profile will protect you from discrimination, the truth is it makes people wonder why. While LinkedIn is primarily used for business, it’s still regarded as social media. That means people reviewing your profile expect to see a photo. By following a few suggestions, you can easily choose a photo that conveys your best, business self. *More recently, Photofeeler added the ability to rate your photo for other purposes, like dating sites. If you choose the “dating” option your photo is rated on Smart, Trustworthy and Attractive.

Friday, May 8, 2020

5 things businesses should NEVER copy from sports - and 3 they should - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog

5 things businesses should NEVER copy from sports - and 3 they should - The Chief Happiness Officer Blog Many companies look to sports for cues on motivations and performance and star athletes and coaches and make big bucks as corporate speakers.?There is this?unquestioned assumption that if youre successful in sports, you can teach workplaces something that will make them more effective. Id like to challenge that assumption :) In fact, I believe there are so many fundamental differences between running a business and (say) coaching a football team that it becomes?almost impossible?to transfer any principles or practices. Here are?5 things businesses should definitely?not copy from sports: 5: Abrasive?coaches It seems like sports team coaches are given license to be complete jerks. They can throw tantrums, yell at referees, badmouth opposing players (or even their own players) in public and be celebrated for all of this because it shows passion. Nobody wants that kind of behavior from their manager at work.?Steve Ballmer tried this sort of thing as CEO of Microsoft and has been deservedly?ridiculed for it. 4: Adulation for star players Sports teams have a few stars and many supporting players.?In a workplace you need everyone to perform at their best. 3: Intense?competition Its a common belief that?competition?makes people perform better, but research shows that its actually the other way around competition makes people achieve worse results. 2: Rewards for results Athletes are almost always rewarded for results win that tournament and theres prize money. Again, research shows that bonuses in the workplace make people less productive on any task that requires creativity and independent thinking. 1: Focus only on the next game In sports, the focus is often only on the next game. In business, you need to be able to think long-term and create success not just for this week but for years in the future. Each of those 5 practices are very common in sports but just dont work in business. ?That being said, there are a few?practices in sports that businesses should?absolutely emulate. Here are three: 3:?Make time for training Athletes spend many more hours training for matches than actually in matches.?This gives them a chance to improve their skills and a risk-free environment where they can try out new approaches and plays and see how they work. In the workplace however, there is rarely a chance to try out new ideas without risking failure. Employees are always playing for points and never playing to learn. 2: Celebrate success Athletes are very good at celebrating?wins. They even celebrate partial progress towards a win when they score a goal or similar. In many?workplaces, success is met with a shrug and wins are rarely celebrated. 1: Include?restitution Every successful athlete know that you get stronger by training and THEN RESTING.?Without restitution, youre actually just continually weakening yourself. Workplaces on the other hand?consistently underestimate the need for restitution. Employees are worked hard constantly and breaks and time off work?are seen as a necessary evil. In fact,?employees are?implicitly told that they can show commitment by giving up weekends and vacations and working more hours. There is no?reason why we should try to follow the lead of athletes and coaches?in our efforts?to create better and more successful workplaces. Many of the practices from sports just wont work in a workplace you could even argue that many of them dont even work that well in sports. And dont even get me started on copying practices from the military :) Your take Has your company ever had a star coach or an athlete come in and speak? What did they say, that you found useful? What do you think workplaces should or shouldnt copy from sports? Write a comment and let me know your take. Related posts Top 5 reasons to celebrate mistakes at work Top 5 ways NOT to praise people at work Free time a forgotten dream Thanks for visiting my blog. If you're new here, you should check out this list of my 10 most popular articles. And if you want more great tips and ideas you should check out our newsletter about happiness at work. It's great and it's free :-)Share this:LinkedInFacebookTwitterRedditPinterest Related