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Author Archives: Rick Turoczy
It's beginning to look a lot like performance review time
Maybe not for everyone, but there are some good points in How To Ace A Performance Review, especially for folks who actually get performance reviews. I once went more than 5 years WITHOUT ANY ASSESSMENT WHATSOEVER of my performance and… … Continue reading
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If you have that entrepreneurial bent
We’re not trying to stop you. Not at all. In fact, if you think that’s what you’d like to do, then by all means, go get ’em tiger. Whatever makes you happy. But before you go? You might want to … Continue reading
Posted in Entrepreneur, Exit strategy, Financing, Inspiration
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Understanding what's compromising your productivity (part 2)
Wasn’t I just talking about the Yin of getting down playing into the Yang of lackluster productivity? Oh, why yes I was, in the previous post. So what if you could improve productivity (using the previous post) even if you … Continue reading
Posted in Motivation, Productivity
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Understanding what's compromising your productivity
Sometimes, disdain for your working environment can result in a gradually decreasing level of productivity that brings you closer and closer to a completely comatose state. And, this lack of progress tends to feed your dissatisfaction. Which makes you more … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, Productivity
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Keeping a stiff upper lip
Over at Escape from Cubicle Nation, Pam alludes to the fears that overtake all entrepreneurs at some point or another. And works Saturday Night Live into the discussion, to boot. Continue reading
Posted in Entrepreneur, Inspiration, Motivation
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Trouble finding your passion? Maybe you need a compass
Looking back at that title, I appear to be singing Flashdance. Please ignore that. Or, if you like Flashdance, embrace it. Anyhoo. I’ve followed Curt Rosengren for some time. He’s been thinking about this stuff for quite a while. And … Continue reading
Posted in More, Motivation, Passion
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Finding a mentor
Part of the struggle to find more meaning–and more reward–in the work you do, day in and day out, is to recognize opportunities and potential pitfalls. Take risks, but know when you’re taking them. Here at little ol’ More than a living, we’re big fans of the mentor concept. We really believe that it’s one of the best ways to learn. Continue reading
Posted in Growth, Mentoring
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Inspiring your employees
Amy just shared this Bank of America video which, unfortunately, reminded me of this Starbucks one. Now that I’ve finished laughing, it’s got me thinking: This is impressive. Admittedly, in a very sick way. But impressive. These companies have to … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, Motivation, Passion, Wrong
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Another venue for Kathy Sierra worship
So, any of you who have read hypocritical must realize that Kathy Sierra holds a special place in my heart. Because she’s a genius and I heart geniuses. And because she’s real and genuine. And that makes me appreciate her … Continue reading
Posted in Inspiration, Passion
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Personal Development for Smart People launches forums
I’ve been a long-time reader of Steve Pavlina’s blog, Personal Development for Smart People. What? I think I’m smart. Don’t you? Think I’m smart, I mean. Well, you’re here. You’re smart, too, little camper. So buck up. Back to Steve … Continue reading
Posted in Develop, Growth, Interaction, Support
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