12 Most Recent Articles
Written By: Patsi Krakoff

1	Follow the Leader? It's a New Game! Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2006-05-07 | Organizations are successful or not partly on the basis of how well their leaders lead, but also on the basis of how well their followers follow. What is the role of the follower and how does it affect leadership behavior?
2	The Magic Ratio of Positive and Negative Moments Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-11-24 | According to the Nobel Prize-winning scientist Daniel Kahneman, each day we experience approximately 20,000 moments. A moment is defined as a few seconds in which our brain records an experience. The quality of our days is determined by how our brains recognize and categorize our moments—either as positive, negative, or just neutral. Rarely do we remember neutral moments.
3	Freedom- or Burden of Choice? Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-09-30 | Everyday decisions have become increasingly complex due to the overwhelming abundance of choice with which we are presented. A trip to a typical supermarket reveals enormous choices such as 85 different crackers, 285 types of cookies, 230 varieties of canned soup, 80 different pain relievers, and 360 kinds of shampoo. Does this improve the quality of our lives?
4	Becoming Fully Engaged Part 1: Managing Energy, Not Time Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-08-31 | Just about everyone is in a hurry these days, juggling work, family and play like so many balls in the air. We pride ourselves on our ability to multitask. We use email, cell phones, and other devices to keep in touch so that we don't miss anything. However, the more time-saving devices at our disposition, the more we cram in extra tasks. Instead of saving time, we are creating more possibilities. We are wired up but melting down.
5	The Art of the Goal (Part 3): What's so SMART about Goals? Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-08-26 | Goals are exciting and energizing. They drive us to achieve beyond our expectations. They make it easier for us to focus and concentrate, and give us permission to say 'no' to distractions. Then dreams really do come true. But unless you spend time to explore, plan and prioritize, setting the wrong goals can lead to disappointment and disillusion. This saps your energy and motivation.
6	Success and the Art of the Goal: (Part 2) Aligning with Identity and Values Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-08-17 | 'Begin with the end in mind,' encourages Stephen Covey. Before you can set meaningful goals for yourself, you need to know where you want to go. If you clearly understand where you want to be, you can make sure your actions bring you closer to that place each and every day.
7	Success and the Art of the Goal: (Part 1) Are You Part of the 3 Percent? Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-08-05 | Do you have clearly defined written goals? Or are they just in your head? People who actually sit down and write out their goals not only end up achieving them, but have higher incomes and ratings for overall success and life satisfaction.
8	The Blind Leading the Blind: Why You Really Need a Coach Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-06-28 | Most successful people are self-directing and self-managing. They take initiative and they have discipline. They know their strengths and weaknesses. They have action plans to follow in order to avoid procrastination and keep on track with goals.
9	How to Be Happier: 5 Key Strengths Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-05-28 | Why do some people always seem happy, and others not? Is it really a question of life circumstances? Are they happy because their life is better, because they have more luck, and they just don't have as many worries and upsets?
10	Tough Conversations: Talking Over What Really Matters Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-05-02 | Some conversations are so difficult that we do anything to avoid them. Then, when things have really built up, we finally have no choice but to confront the issue, and the person. *We need to talk,* usually precedes an argument rather than a conversation. Why are such conversations difficult? Because we are stuck between knowing what we really feel and knowing what we shouldn't say.
11	A Leadership Map for the Future Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-05-02 | Predictions for the future can be stimulating and challenging, especially if one is a top executive in a business enterprise attempting to make strategic decisions. Our rapidly changing global environment presents problems never before encountered. No one knows what will be required of leaders in the future, but some speculation is worthy of our attention.
12	Going Global: Are You Ready? Written by: Patsi Krakoff | Distributed: 2004-05-02 | As opportunities for global expansion increase, so does the trend toward more diversity in the workplace. Successful companies are recruiting professionals with different backgrounds, cultures, styles and motivations. Yet this great resource presents increased possibilities for misunderstanding and cultural blunders.