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Ways to Break Out of a Comfort Zone
Ways to Break Out of a Comfort Zone In Chapter 11 of 19 in his 2012 Capture Your Flag interview, standup comedian Matt Ruby notes how his comfort zone is actually being in an uncomfortable place. His life is always about doing new things, moving to new places, trying new stuff, and hanging out with new people. After performing comedy for over five years, Ruby finds himself trying to stick with things more often and more fully embrace who he has met and what he has done. Matt is a standup comedian and comedy writer based in NYC. Capture Your Flag 12/23/2012 75 Views
How to Make Time for Reflection in Your Life - Andrew Epstein
How to Make Time for Reflection in Your Life - Andrew Epstein In Chapter 17 of 23 in his 2013 Capture Your Flag interview, charter school CFO Andrew Epstein answers "What Role Has Reflection Played in Shaping Your Personal Growth?" Epstein is always thinking about ways he can get better - as a partner in his personal relationships, as a partner to his boss, as a friend. Setting aside time before and after dinner, Epstein tries to make it a habit of having these thoughts so he can put them to work in his life. Capture Your Flag 04/17/2013 336 Views
Good Body Language Can Help Win Business
Good Body Language Can Help Win Business Body language is a key part of an adviser's communication with prospects and clients. Here are a few tips on how to seem more approachable. WSJLive 12/27/2012 933 Views
5 Reasons You Aren't Getting Promoted
5 Reasons You Aren't Getting Promoted Ever feel like you're an amazing employee, but no one seems to notice? There might be a reason for that; you could be the one sabotaging your reputation. Here are five traits you may have -- and we promise, your boss doesn't like them. Nightcap 04/22/2013 1,559 Views
How Nieces and Nephews Inspire Creative Thinking - Conrad Doucette
How Nieces and Nephews Inspire Creative Thinking - Conrad Doucette In Chapter 7 of 19 in his 2012 Capture Your Flag interview, musician Conrad Doucette answers, "What Have You Found Most Gratifying About Being an Uncle?" Doucette, an uncle to multiple nieces and nephews, details the joys of having young children in his live. He finds it eye-opening to see things through a child's eyes, especially creative tools. Seeing the creative side flourish in his nieces and nephews provides Doucette creative inspiration in his music writing and playing. Capture Your Flag 01/16/2013 133 Views
Kyung B. Yoon on How to Make Your Work More Lasting
Kyung B. Yoon on How to Make Your Work More Lasting In Chapter 13 of 17 in her 2013 Capture Your Flag interview, non-profit executive Kyung B. Yoon answers "How Are You Learning to Make Your Work More Lasting?" When she started the Korean American Community Foundation (KACF) 10 years ago, she saw the potential of bringing together the next generation of Korean Americans - both the Korean born American "1.5 generation" and children of immigrants - by providing them a foundation in which to participate and contribute. Capture Your Flag 04/07/2013 304 Views
Skills You Learn Working a Line Cook Restaurant Job - Cathy Erway
Skills You Learn Working a Line Cook Restaurant Job - Cathy Erway In Chapter 15 of 17 in her 2013 Capture Your Flag interview, writer and healthy food advocate Cathy Erway answers "What New Cooking Skills are You Learning Cooking in a New York City Restaurant?" Working as a line cook and prep cook in a restaurant kitchen, Erway finds organization skills are critical in a professional cooking job. This ranges from streamlining the order process to seeing the results take shape in the style and theme of the food. Cathy is a Brooklyn-based author/food writer. Capture Your Flag 04/25/2013 1,045 Views
How to Manage Project Time Commitments - Anatole Faykin
How to Manage Project Time Commitments - Anatole Faykin In Chapter 9 of 12 in his 2012 Capture Your Flag interview, entrepreneur Anatole Faykin notes he does not make it a point to find balance between testing new ideas and working on larger projects. He notes time is elastic and allows you to get things done as they come up. Faykin notes the need to identify what you want to do and then how to get it done. He does highlight the importance of having open, frank conversations and making sure to set expectations with your clients or teams. Capture Your Flag 01/23/2013 170 Views
Bartender Who Made $96K Last Year: 'It's Hard to Beat'
Bartender Who Made $96K Last Year: 'It's Hard to Beat' Sarah Speros makes $96K a year as a bartender in NYC, and that doesn't include cash tips. She explains why she thinks she has it made. HuffPost Live Highlights 01/31/2013 5,139 Views
The Consequences of Starting a Business With Friends
The Consequences of Starting a Business With Friends In Chapter 12 of 21 in his 2012 Capture Your Flag interview, business coach Jullien Gordon answers "What Challenges Did You Face Going Into Business With Friends and What Did the Experience Teach You?" Gordon shares lessons learned from going into a business partnership with a friend and having it not work out as planned. He details his expectations and how they contrasted with results and how they impacted the business and friendship. Jullien Gordon is a high performance coach and consultant. Capture Your Flag 04/03/2013 178 Views
How Reflection Informs Growth as a Manager
How Reflection Informs Growth as a Manager In Chapter 9 of 15 in his 2012 Capture Your Flag interview, digital media executive Ken Rona answers "What Role Has Reflection Played in Shaping Your Personal Growth?" Rona refers to fundamental attribution error, which is where you take credit for good things and blame bad things on the external world. Understanding this bias helps Rona reflect and make sense of challenges and his choices to overcome them. Ken Rona is a Vice President at Turner Broadcasting. Capture Your Flag 02/10/2013 189 Views
How Life Coaching Goals Change With Experience
How Life Coaching Goals Change With Experience In Chapter 11 of 15 in his 2012 Capture Your Flag interview, business and personal coach Garren Katz answers "How Are Your Coaching Aspirations Changing as Your Experience Grows?" Katz finds reward building on his 1-to-1 coaching and looking for group coaching, from working with couples to working with business units. He finds the collective energy a powerful complement to the intimacy he receives in a 1-to-1 relationship. Garren Katz is a business and personal coach based in State College, PA. Capture Your Flag 12/13/2012 417 Views
Why We Sabotage Our New Year's Resolutions
Why We Sabotage Our New Year's Resolutions Researchers are finding that hope and optimism can actually undermine our chances for self-improvement success. Shirley Wang joins Lunch Break to break down the latest findings, and to explain how to make a New Year's resolution that can last. Photo: Getty Images. WSJLive 12/19/2012 115 Views
Unemployed Navy Veteran Gets Job Hunting Advice
Unemployed Navy Veteran Gets Job Hunting Advice Unemployed Navy Veteran Kevin Hannigan joins Abby to discuss his difficult time looking for a job and is offered some advice by recruiter Tom Bryan. HuffPost Live Highlights 01/30/2013 305 Views
Top Tips To Land A Job
Top Tips To Land A Job Company profits might be up, but the job market is still down. Whether you're battling unemployment or looking for a new gig, here's how to get your foot in the door. Career Coach Roy Cohen joins Ricky on set to offer his most essential tips. HuffPost Live Highlights 03/19/2013 1,086 Views

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