Self-talk that can improve your productivity | Former Syrian refugee on the importance of inclusion | PowerPoint isn't enough
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December 27, 2016
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Self-talk that can improve your productivity
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Remind yourself to forego procrastination and focus on what matters in order to adopt a more productive mindset, writes Lolly Daskal. With the determination to see tasks through no matter what happens, you'll be more likely to resolve your projects successfully.
Inc. online (free registration) (12/19) 
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Former Syrian refugee on the importance of inclusion
Software engineer Adham Rchwani's experience as a Syrian refugee taught him valuable lessons on how an inclusive environment can be vital to an organization's success. "Creating environments that motivate and value all employees is a foundation for success, both collective and individual," Rchwani writes.
Fast Company online (12/25) 
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7 Helpful Tips to Get Your Business in Shape
Ever feel like you take too long to do something that should be simple? Or feel like your business's processes just have way too many steps? Don't worry — help is here. Download seven ways to up your efficiency today!
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Making the Connection
PowerPoint isn't enough
PowerPoint presentations do not by themselves make the recitation of data attractive, writes Carmine Gallo. He details how personal anecdotes, contextual information and better visuals can make data more compelling for audiences.
Forbes (12/22) 
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Get with the flow. How payment processing affects cash flow.
Cash flow is the lubricant of business. Without a healthy cash flow, business dries up. It stops. It can't function. Which is why it is vital to keep the revenues coming in as the expenses go out. But there's one aspect of cash flow that many of us are not aware of. It is how managing credit cards and other such non-cash payments affect cash flow. Turns out it has a huge affect. Download the free guide today.
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The Landscape
D.C. city council approves paid family leave bill
The Washington, D.C., City Council approved a paid family leave bill that would provide eight weeks of paid leave after the birth or adoption of a child. The bill would also offer two weeks of paid sick leave for illnesses and six weeks of paid leave for employees who must care for sick family members.
SHRM Online (12/22) 
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Your Next Challenge
Prove your thought leadership in your resume
You can align your resume with the job you're applying for by mentioning soft skills that are requested in the job listing, writes Lisa Rangel. Make sure to provide solid evidence of your thought leadership in previous roles instead of offering vague claims.
ThoughtLeaders blog (12/26) 
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The Water Cooler
Sri Lanka unveils 238-foot artificial Christmas tree
An artificial Christmas tree measuring 238 feet tall has been unveiled in the Sri Lankan capital of Colombo. The tree is the tallest artificial Christmas tree in history, surpassing the previous record holder by 59 feet.
Yahoo/The Associated Press (12/25) 
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Know what you want to do, hold the thought firmly, and do every day what should be done, and every sunset will see you that much nearer your goal.
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