It is such a shame we are taught as a kid to ask 0 questions. If you do - it means you did not listen, you are dumb and the whole class gonna laugh at you, or you will irritate your teacher - nah, better skip it and still have your question unanswered. Right? Now … Continue reading Ask “dumb” questions
Category: Work
The power of “Mahlzeit”
Today I forgot my sunglasses, my book and went out for 8 hours that involved long distances with only 45 % battery on my phone. Logically, my phone couldn't last this long - so all of a sudden there was a lot of light and casual staring around. I was mentally naked. Partly physically, too … Continue reading The power of “Mahlzeit”
Why you should have conflicts?
Because it is the best way to learn yourself and set borders for others to respect them. Have you ever thought why is it we have conflicts at work or in personal life? Well, isn't it because we have different opinions? But, wait, different opinions is awesome?!- So what's the problem? The problem arises when … Continue reading Why you should have conflicts?
Get your itch for life
Comfort zone deteoriates our life quality. A predictable& stable life is comfortable, but no progress or change turns the comfort into a bad experience. On the other hand, stepping out of that zone is overthought so much, that it feels like a trap. I truly believe that the sky is the limit for every human … Continue reading Get your itch for life
The subtle art of the feedback
People that give constructive negative feedback are irreplaceable. Why? Because, mostly people try to avoid conflicts that may come with it. So what's left? They either keep silent or say nothing at all. You in the mean time miss out on the opportunity to your better-self. For example, very often you are asked at a … Continue reading The subtle art of the feedback
Successful Teamwork
Google spent 2 years studying 180 teams to answer why some teams thrive compared to the others. The results are rather psychological. The most successful teams had clear structures and goals, had the sense of purpose of their role and by that having the impact on the team results, felt safe with raising questions and … Continue reading Successful Teamwork
Leader vs. Boss
Leaders are loved. Bosses are hated. Leading bosses are respected. Bossing leaders are rejected. Rebellious rejection? Useless respect? Choices.
Lazy state of mind
Have you ever noticed? We are so productive with tight deadlines + the work we have to deliver to the third party. The need of being seen as intelligent, responsible and reliable make things happen. So why is it so difficult to do the work that matters to YOU and gives YOU the satisfaction & … Continue reading Lazy state of mind
Mental work
This has been very true in my experience: The times I asked why brought nothing but dispair. The moment I chose to focus on what I can do to change the situation - did the trick to the mind. Also, when you try to focus on solving whatever "the difficulty" is, rather than "the difficulty" … Continue reading Mental work
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