Finally! We’re starting to study the neuroscience behind  altruism and generosity, charity and empathy, and other positive emotions. How does it affect the brain, as opposed to other things we have studied, such as fight or flight responses, and addictions, etc. Check out this recent press release  http://tinyurl.com/yh2t8f2
Often when I bring up the topic of emotional [...]

     One of the ways to increase excitement and engagement in the ranks is to raise people’s self-worth.  In this economy, a lot of charities have been hit really hard, and need awareness, funds, attention, and volunteers.  Check out what one young Portland woman started just recently: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEdVfyt-mLw   It’s called the Pink Glove Dance.  How [...]

Every day another business management or leadership book comes out and every day you are wondering how to best leverage your existing workforce.  We read about the top ten CEOs, what we “should” be doing to best manage our people, and we are overwhelmed with quotes and advice from all the top leadership ”gurus”. Just for a moment, let’s STOP.  Take [...]