Listening is key to maintaining power balances at work | How to prep colleagues for hard criticism | Observe LinkedIn etiquette when requesting an introduction
Listening is key to maintaining power balances at work Create a "power-balanced" atmosphere by listening, showing empathy and considering co-workers' ideas, writes John O'Connor. Show patience at times instead of trying to gain power through action. Forbes (1/2)How to prep colleagues for hard criticism Professionals who must give negative feedback to colleagues should remind recipients of their value beforehand to help them process the feedback appropriately. "For us to listen to hard truths, we have to feel safe enough to hear them," writes Monica Torres. Ladders (1/2)
When asking a colleague to connect you with someone on LinkedIn, write a brief message that includes your reason for wanting an introduction. Include what you hope to get out of the introduction and what specifically made you interested in the other person, writes Emily Liou. The Muse (1/2)
Hollywood A-listers are taking a stand against sexual harassment and inequality with the launch of the Time's Up initiative. Hundreds of celebrities, including Reese Witherspoon, Eva Longoria, Shonda Rhimes and Natalie Portman, have signed a pledge to support working-class women by using their platforms to speak out against injustice. USA Today (1/1)
Your Next Challenge
Try these podcasts to bolster your job search Podcasts such as Career Relaunch can help you transition to a new career, writes Emily Moore. Other helpful podcasts for job seekers include Career Cloud Radio and How Did You Get Into That. Glassdoor (1/2)
Balancing Yourself
Live a healthier life by making anti-resolutions Instead of making New Year's resolutions that you may not be motivated to fulfill, make anti-resolutions to stop making excuses or feeling guilty for things that aren't your fault. Other good anti-resolutions include not spending time on social media and not saying "yes" to everything you're asked to do. Fast Company online (12/29)
The Water Cooler
Sharks found frozen to death in Mass. due to record lows Three thresher sharks have washed up in Cape Cod due to record low temperatures in the US, according to the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy. The arctic front has led to record lows throughout the country, including a reading of -45°F in Embarrass, Minn. Quartz (1/2)
No passion so effectually robs the mind of all its powers of acting and reasoning as fear.
