Low self-esteem is practically an epidemic. We’re bombarded with images of impossible success and beauty on a daily basis. It’s hard to avoid making comparisons, and those comparisons never seem to work out in our favor. Add to that a few mean comments received in childhood, a workplace bully, and a few extra pounds, and your self-esteem is in the … [Read more...] about 9 Signs of Low Self-Esteem and Strategies for Fixing Them
Criticism
How to Give Negative Feedback in a Positive Way
Negative feedback – it’s never something you look forward to giving as a leader. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t give it. Although it’s difficult to say negative things about your employees’ work, it’s worth remembering that your staff can only thrive if you give them direction. Negative feedback is a method of giving your team members the tools they need to … [Read more...] about How to Give Negative Feedback in a Positive Way
How to React to Criticism Without Feeling Defensive
Have you ever gone into defensive mode after someone criticized you? You remember your walls going up, and all you want to do is shift the focus away from the critical remark. Defensiveness describes ways in which we react towards another person after they criticize us. It’s a coping mechanism that happens after being criticized. As opposed to listening to the criticism, … [Read more...] about How to React to Criticism Without Feeling Defensive
Why a Mentor is Critical and How to Find One
Success is easier and faster with a mentor. Maybe you want the satisfaction of pursuing your dream alone. Or maybe you’re embarrassed to reach out to a potential mentor or don’t even know where to begin looking. Whether you want to master the piano, create a popular blog, or build a billion-dollar business, a mentor can smooth and expedite the process. Consider … [Read more...] about Why a Mentor is Critical and How to Find One
Why Your Fear of Success is Holding You Back
Fear of success? Fear of failure is something we can all understand, but fear of success? It might sound a little funny, but many people fear success even if they don’t realize it. Success isn’t 100% positive, and there’s a part of you that understands that. Success brings attention, requests for help, and maybe even disappointment. It wouldn't be much fun to achieve your … [Read more...] about Why Your Fear of Success is Holding You Back