Andrew Luck, star quarterback of the Indianapolis Colts, shocked the world Saturday night when he announced his retirement from football--at the age of 29. Why would Luck, one of the best quarterbacks on one of the best teams in the NFL, a man who easily could have earned hundreds of millions of dollars over the next decade, retire at an age most would consider his physical prime? In a brief press conference, Luck gave us a glimpse into his thought process. He helped us to understand how a man who makes millions of dollars to play the game that he loves can easily walk away. And in the process, he teaches a major lesson in emotional intelligence. #EmotionalIntelligence #leadership #management #BestAdvice #PersonalDevelopment #careers #GrowthMindset #Colts #AndrewLuck #EQApplied #MakeEmotionsWorkForYouNotAgainstYou …see more

"Apologizing doesn’t always mean you’re wrong and the other person is right. It means you value your relationship more than your ego." It takes real humility to apologize. “I’m sorry” can be the two most difficult words to say in any language, but also the most powerful. When you’re willing to admit your mistakes, you make a big statement about how you view yourself in relation to others. This naturally draws others closer to you, building trust and loyalty. Read more about how to make emotions work for you instead of against you in "EQ Applied: The Real-World Guide to Emotional Intelligence": https://amzn.to/2sxFLho #EmotionalIntelligence #leadership #management #PersonalDevelopment #BestAdvice #BusinessIntelligence #careers #business #EQApplied #MakeEmotionsWorkForYouNotAgainstYou …see more

As you prepare for your next meeting ask yourself the following questions: · Why do we need to meet? · What is the purpose of the meeting? · Is this an informational, decision-making, problem-solving, brainstorming, team-building, or instructional/skill-building meeting? Or a combination of a few of these? · What is the outcome I want to achieve as a result of this meeting? · Is there an alternative format I can use to achieve the outcome? · If a meeting is essential, what is the ideal meeting format to achieve the meeting outcomes—an in-person meeting, a virtual meeting, or a combination of the two? · Who needs to attend the meeting? · What information do I need from the attendees? · What do the attendees need to know or complete in advance of the meeting to achieve the meeting outcome? · What expectations do I have for the meeting attendees regarding preparation and participation? How will I communicate these expectations? · What is the ideal length of the meeting to accomplish the stated purpose of the meeting? Use the answers to these questions to guide you in planning and preparing for your next meeting. …see more

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168 hours are in a week. But when I’m stressed and feeling overwhelmed, I don’t feel like I have any time. It’s time to find a few more hours this week! Download my 99 Productivity Essentials for tips to automate your email management, get work done and save time. http://bit.ly/2lFKUng …see more

Our inaugural 3-month long SPARC Nonprofit Social Impact & STEM Bootcamp recently concluded and I couldn’t be prouder of our SPARC Scholars. The three finalists tackled social issues that are pressing to their local community. Our scholars came out of the program equipped with a growth mindset along with a richer network of mentors, an arsenal of newly developed soft skills that are critical for tomorrow’s workforce, and a deeper understanding of STEM and Social Impact. At a glance (follow @SPARC for individual stories next week!): 🎨 Raised $1.5k worth of school supplies for 100+ students and teachers from a low-income elementary school in San Jose. ✏️Countless hours dedicated to SAT tutoring with low-income high school students who can’t pay for prep classes. 🍎Social mentorship for students who lacked family support and guidance at home during a tumultuous time of transition. We couldn’t have done these amazing individuals. Sonia Sng, Jessie Salas, Kevin Pang, Leilanie Martinez Mentors: Marney Randle Kerem Kazan Vanessa Ng Dorcas Cheung Ngoc Tran Panelists: Valerie C. Manav Gupta Naomi Moriwaki Will Moriwaki Special thanks to Intuit , Google Community Space, and Naomi & Will for their financial and venue support! #nonprofit #socialissues #mentorship …see more

#Wharton welcomes Jeff Weiner back to campus as a commencement speaker this May. Looking forward to hearing Jeff’s advice for this year’s grads! https://lnkd.in/fch4H7X

***HIRING: CONTENT CREATOR / DIGITAL MEDIA COORDINATOR ENGLISH-LANGUAGE *AND* CHINESE-LANGUAGE ROLES AVAILABLE McKinsey & Company's Greater China Practice is looking to hire English-language AND Chinese-language content creators/digital media coordinators who can craft compelling headlines and produce powerful prose, writers who can take content and shape it into multiple digital formats and for multiple digital channels. Content creation--and dissemination--is your passion. You enjoy taking raw analyses, snippets of ideas, and otherwise unformed content and weaving it into stories and graphics and videos that make people stop, think, and, hopefully, act. You must have a minimum of 2 years of experience. We welcome new graduates with relevant experience accumulated during your school years. Location: Shanghai or Beijing. If this sounds like you, send us your CV, cover letter, and at least 5 recent writing samples to china (at) mckinsey (dotcom) before August 22. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All candidates will be required to undergo an extensive writing test and provide references. …see more

There are massive paradox’s in modern marketing. One is that brands have never been more important, but they are of infinitesimally little interest to us. They totally and absolutely matter, but we care far far less about them than marketers have been convinced. They are tiny tiny memories and excuses and atoms of familiarity, we draw upon when faced with choices. Generally we don’t care one iota about your story, your purpose, your personality, we just need a tiny tiny tiny slither of something to believe in. There are a few other paradox’s of modern marketing that I’ll write about one day. …see more

I do quite a lot of podcasts and don't promote them because that would be boring. But this one is one that lead to some really good places. If you're going to listen to me harp on once, try this one. https://lnkd.in/dqqcDuz

An interview I did last week, think some of you may like it. https://lnkd.in/dFhCanS …see more

Working with #international clients opens you up to new markets... and also to new challenges. How do you navigate difficulties like time zones, cultural differences, and regional senses of humor? How do you adapt your #content for overseas audiences and create the best #marketingstrategy for your international clients? Start with these five tips. …see more

Brands today find themselves walking a tightrope when it comes to data privacy. B2B customers demand ever-higher levels of personalization, while also wanting more control over their data and how it’s used. #marketing #b2bmarketing #digitalmarketing #experiencemarketing …see more

Rest in power and percentages, #KatherineJohnson . NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration #HiddenFiguresNoMore #AfricanAmericans #STEM #science #technology #engineering #mathematics #WomenInSTEM #aeronautics …see more

What a joy to wake up to this interview from the London Sunday Times featuring Edna Adan Ismail , the internationally-renowned #midwife , #nurse , stateswoman, and anti-FGM campaigner who founded a maternity hospital in #Somaliland after she retired. Ahead of the release of her memoir this week, Madame Edna advises a 65 year old retiree who is struggling to find a useful, fulfilling pursuit. A year after meeting Madame, I find myself planning my next 25 years of work! It's why I get up at 5 am to work out, and try to watch my diet. At age 81, Edna Adan Ismail has made me believe that in so many ways, from professional to personal, the best is yet to come. Edna Adan Hospital Foundation #womenleaders #retirement #retirementplanning #goldenyears #reinvention #nextchapter #whatcolorisyourparachute #whenyourparachuteissilver #energy #drive #persistence #stamina …see more

If you talk to recruiters or HR reps these days, you're sure to hear a lot about the "war for talent." What often gets less attention is what that means for workers. Last week, I visited the headquarters of Dell Technologies in Texas, where I met Kate Cosway, a woman with a master's degree in chemical engineering who had been unable to get a job because of her autism -- until this year, when she was hired through a new program for people on the autism spectrum. I met a software engineer who had taken two years off when she had children, then struggled to get back to work -- until Dell hired her through a new "Career Restart" program. And I stopped by Austin Community College , where employers were practically fighting over themselves to hire students -- and were willing to overlook barriers like inexperience or criminal records that might have been an issue in past years. There's been lots of talk recently (from me, among others) about whether the U.S. economy is headed for a recession. But it's worth remembering why it's so important to keep the expansion going as long as possible: The strong job market is creating opportunities for people who were left behind early in the recovery. For more, see my story in today's New York Times . #economy #recession #jobs #disability #hiring …see more

Business Standard Insurance Round Table on General Insurance discussed many things including how technology is changing the way health insurance is done and the regulatory sandbox. (L-R) Marsh India Country Head & CEO Sanjay Kedia; Religare Health Insurance MD & CEO Anuj Gulati; ICICI Lombard MD & CEO Bhargav Dasgupta and Future Generali MD & CEO Aup Rau …see more

The insurance industry has been defined by decades-old incumbents struggling to modernize amid the weight of legacy infrastructure. But digital-native Insurtech newcomer Lemonade was built digital-first, and not only pays claims in real time but can settle them that way, too. Lemonade CFO Tim Bixby takes me inside Lemonade, how it manages its payments workflows and why traditional insurance companies are faced with their own 'innovators dilemma.' …see more

Today, more than ever, #accountants need a more diverse workplace where everyone gets an inclusive experience. From hiring to daily experiences to retention, there are solid business advantages to having not only a more diverse workforce, but a diverse leadership team. Tune in to hear my conversation with Trisha Daho, JD (she, her) , CEO of Empowered Leadership Cultivation, to see what we need to be doing to help our people reach their fullest potential. #CPAs #CPAfirm #RadicalCPA #CPALove #accountantlove #diversityandinclusion …see more

"Going digital" might start with Zoom, but it certainly shouldn't stop there. It can't, actually. Is your firm undergoing strategic planning for your true digital needs right now? if you're not, you should be. #radicalcpa #cpas #accountants #futureready …see more