
Motivation: Praise vs. Fear
Do you run from a fight, or do you engage in it? And why? The answer to that second question can give you tremendous insight into how you are motivated. And maybe more importantly if you are a manager, into how your people are motivated. There are generally two ways in which people are motivated - through praise or through fear. Understanding which of these two motivates each of your people will allow you as a manager to have your entire team motivated simultaneously. Unfortu

Career Choice and Depression: A Bipolar Double Jeopardy
Every Sunday evening I go to bed with a sinking feeling in my stomach because of high anxiety about what the new work week has in store for me. I toss and turn, feel nauseous, and usually get only a few hours sleep. When I do sleep, it is not deep, meaningful sleep but typically shallow and restless sleep. My mind ultimately turns towards work, and I cannot stop it from going there. Nor can I stop it from staying there. Have you ever been in this situation? Do you find yourse