This is a real personality test given by the Human Relations Department at many big companies these days. These 10 questions will only take you 2 minutes. Grab a pen and begin the test: 1. When do you feel at your best? a) in the morning b) during the afternoon and early evening c) late at night 2. You usually walk….. a) fairly fast, with long steps b) fairly fast, with little steps c) less fast head up, looking the world in the face d) less fast, head down e) very slowly...

In this article, we’ll look at the ten most common reasons for small business failures, as well as how you can position your company to buck the trend. 1. Lack of Capital Most entrepreneurs start out with a brilliant business idea. However, many companies are not equipped with enough capital to start or take the company to the next level. The sad truth is that without the right capital injection, many great ideas are doomed to wither away after a couple of months....

Blunt friends can wear you out. But they’re also kind of awesome. Here are 10 reasons to show your straight-talking friends some love. 1. They say what you wish you could say. Honesty is messy business, but somebody’s got to do it. It’s handy to have a friend who will say what everyone’s thinking. It allows you to feel heard and validated without ever opening your mouth. 2. They don’t worship what people think about them....

1. They always have a cute tattoo Their appearance is always expressive. They are not trying to conform to a conventional approach when grooming or speaking. And, yes, they will always have a cute tattoo to make that statement of what they are count. 2. They will always be a guitarist It is hard to stop being a guitarist if they started out as one. The music in them and what they represent will always stick....

1. Express Gratitude for What You Have Learned Every bad experience leaves something to be gained. It is likely that when all is said and done, you will have discovered something valuable about yourself or someone else that will help you later on in life. Be mindful of what it is that you have learned, and be thankful for it—for all you know you’ll be in the same situation later on in life and will proceed with this new perspective....

Narcissists exhibit the following traits. If you notice any of your coworkers acting in any these ways, stay away from them as best you can. 1. They appear likable at fist Narcissists are good at putting on a decent show for the public. They come off as friendly, gentle, and charismatic. However, this behavior is only a front. You’ll see their true personality come out during stressful situations when things aren’t going so smoothly....

Success, however it’s defined, takes action, and taking good and appropriate action takes skills. Some of these skills (not enough, though) are taught in school (not well enough, either), others are taught on the job, and still others we learn from general life experience. Below is a list of general skills that will help anyone get ahead in practically any field, from running a company to running a gardening club....

Yoga is nothing new. It originated in India at least 5,000 years ago and there are countless types to choose from. The one I find most interesting is hot yoga, also known as Bikram yoga. It is a form of yoga that is performed in a room heated at 105 degrees Fahrenheit while putting the humidity level at 40 percent, which is not a pleasant situation to put yourself in for 90 minutes per session....

1. “How’s everyone doing?” When your team knows (not thinks; don’t fake it) that you genuinely care about them, they will be much more interested in helping you meet your goals for the week. Show you care. It’s pretty easy and goes far. 2. “Here’s what we did well last week” Show appreciation for and reflect on what went well last week. What goals did the team hit? What big (or small) accomplishments did they achieve last week?...

So, if you want to know what those lucky productive teams do in order to be at their productive, happy best, then check out our guide to what productive teams avoid doing, and see if you can be the change you want to be in your own workplace. 1. They Don’t Rush Blindly In One of the best and most important assets of a productive and useful team is that each and every member takes time to think clearly about what they’re doing before rushing blindly into a new situation or task....

Mistakes happen, and the wise know that that’s how you learn. Stumble and fall, and get up again—it’s the cycle of human development from toddlerhood. Still, when you make mistakes, this experiential wisdom can fly out the door. Your first reaction may be, “I’m angry at myself.” This may also be the exact phrase you use in your Internet search for answers. First, know that you’re not alone. Second, there are numerous ways to cool this heated emotion and get yourself back on track....

When you’ve found someone (or several someones) who will always stand by you when others don’t, remember these 10 very important things. 1. They deserve your time You cannot be busy enough. You have to understand loyalty and appreciation. People who have been there for you should always be recognized. When you are engaging in something pivotal, like a graduation or marriage ceremony, such people deserve to be invited. They want to be there to celebrate with you....

1. Love what you do Steve Jobs loved what he did with a passion. Even after he was fired from Apple in the early years, he realized that this was what he really wanted to do in life. We too should not deflect from our path — our persistence will pay off. 2. Cut out or avoid the bozos Bozos are incompetent, stupid, and negative people. Steve Jobs had no time for these people and got rid of them when he could....

1. Say “Yes!” to travel. Any travel is good. It’s a chance to see some great scenery, mix things up a little, maybe even get out of a rut. If you really want to experience some growth and a new perspective, I recommend traveling outside the country (and not just for a touristy vacation). My eyes were opened when I moved down to Mexico for a semester in college through a student exchange program....

A social status symbol as well as an important interviewing tip, having white teeth indicates to some degree that you take care of yourself and like to look good. It’s also an attractive feature to have a nice bright smile. That’s why for these reasons and more, it’s important to brighten and maintain healthy white teeth. Here are 10 top tips to help you achieve that goal. 1. The basics matter....

Here are some common qualities of heroic leaders. 1. Courage Heroic leaders have the determination to achieve the goal, regardless of the challenging obstacles. They display confidence under stress and are courageous enough to take risks when others are looking to hide themselves. In, 1955, Rosa Lee Parks in Tuskegee, Alabama refused to hand over her seat to a white passenger on an isolated Montgomery, Alabama bus. She was detained and penalized, but her courageous action directed a positive boycott of the Montgomery buses by African American passengers....

1. Dogs give everybody a chance. When I first got Puff, I lived in New York City. I didn’t know any of my neighbors because, come on, it’s New York. You don’t just go around talking to strangers. When I’d take Puff out though, she was enthusiastic about greeting everyone, from the wealthy owners of park-side co-ops to homeless people on the subway. Through Puff, I had countless conversations with my fellow New Yorkers, and got to know people who lived in my building and my neighborhood — pretty much none of whom I would have talked to if it weren’t for the furball at the end of the leash tugging her way toward them (and yes, New Yorkers aren’t known for friendliness, but most also can’t resist a cute puppy)....

1. Use A Dry Shampoo Dry shampoo is a product used to keep hair smelling fresh and minimize oiliness between shampoos. It can also be used to create the illusion of thicker hair because the product coats the hair shaft creating more volume. Concentrate the product at your roots and massage it into your hair for a fuller look. 2. Create Volume With Waves One way to create the illusion of more volume is by creating loose waves....

Does your thinking about creativity go something like this: Creativity seems to be a lucky gift bestowed upon just a few souls. Creative people swoop in and save the day when a fresh idea is needed to overcome a product’s or a company’s current weakness. But you’ll never be Steve Jobs or Don Draper, instead you mill away with your uncreative life, resigned to the knowledge that you just don’t have that gift....