Use the power of questions to minimize pushback Using the Socratic method of asking thought-provoking questions instead of laying out a clear argument for something can allay fears and minimize pushback by helping others see the benefits from their own perspective, writes Robert Whipple. He offers six types of questions to ask, but warns if the method is used to manipulate others, it may well backfire. Full Story: The Trust Ambassador (10/24)
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Making the Connection
Effectively lead a new team with these 7 steps New leaders will succeed in moving their team forward if they take the time to listen to them, share a bit about themselves, review current policies and processes for alignment and show appreciation for what the team has accomplished so far, writes Alaina Love. "People will go the extra mile when they feel their hard work is appreciated by leadership," Love writes. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (10/24)
The Landscape
Even high earners are struggling financially Some 63% of Americans said they were existing paycheck to paycheck in September, up from 57% this time last year, according to the Lending Club. In addition, the same was true of 49% of workers with paychecks over six figures, up from 38% last year. Full Story: CNBC (10/24)
Surge in banks' hiring is likely to slow, say execs The top five US banks have reportedly hired an additional 50,000 staffers this year, including 25,000 in Q3 alone, despite an uncertain economic outlook and statements from several CEOs that they are looking to cut costs. Amid a broad consensus that the pace of hiring is likely to cool, several executives say they intend to keep making selective appointments, with Goldman Sachs CFO Denis Coleman stating: "We are focused on overall levels of headcount growth, looking to slow it, but also remaining nimble and strategic with respect to strategic hires." Full Story: International Financing Review (10/21)
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Scientists say genes largely determine whether a person is an early bird or a night owl, but late sleepers can still change their body clocks to avoid some of the known negative effects of being an evening type, such as higher visceral body fat and greater tendency to consume tobacco, alcohol or caffeine. Experts recommend getting more light in the morning to coax the body to wake up, turning down lights and avoiding blue light in the evenings, and avoiding eating and exercising late in the evening. Full Story: CNN (10/19)
There's already meatless meat, so why not fishless fish? Sustainability concerns -- as highlighted by the recent cancellation of king and snow crabs fishing seasons in Alaska -- and a complex supply chain that sees up to 15 intermediaries between fishers and the person who ultimately purchases a fish mean change is in the water when it comes to seafood. This article outlines how a massive swell of investment and innovation means fishless fish might be landing on your plate in the near future. Full Story: The Guardian (London) (10/22)
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