Bookmarks: 5 Interesting Articles That May Help You This Week
/February 5th, 2018
Each week, I select a few articles that rise above the fray and hopefully help you on your journey in the CRE world. They pull from one of four "corners:" corporate real estate, technology, management science and anything positive. I welcome your comments on these articles and the submissions of others (with credit to you if I post them). I wish you a terrific week! 
How to Build Trust with Colleagues You Rarely See"When you exchange pleasantries with a co-worker in the elevator, the two of you are building trust. When you stop by a colleague’s office and see their family photographs on a desk, you learn about that person’s life outside the office and, as a result, usually feel closer. Face-to-face meetings, office parties, and opportunities to socialize together after working hours can all contribute to the feeling that your fellow employees will be reliable in what they say and do and that they will act for the good of the team and the organization. You believe they are trustworthy because you’ve developed this feeling over time." www.hbr.org
What No One's Telling You About Writing That Book"...because it's so easy to self-publish a book these days, too many people are focused on the fact they can publish one rather than wonder if they even should. And too many never stop to consider what it takes to make the book work for them. They put their blood, sweat and tears into a book, publish it on Amazon and then wonder why nobody is buying it. Or worse, they throw together a PDF with a few famous quotes, call it a “book,” and publish it. Again, nothing happens. But, hey, they have a book!
When there are so many ways to build authority, a book for book's sake without the follow through to make it successful is a total waste of time. Having the book, in and of itself, is not going to do the thing everyone is talking about. People waste a lot of time writing books without ever having a clear understanding of why they're writing it in the first place. Don’t make that mistake! If you’re considering writing, here are a few things you should consider." www.forbes.coma b[tweet_box design="box_09" float="none"]book for book's sake without the follow through to make it successful is a total waste of time[/tweet_box]
The Mental Benefits of Vacationing Somewhere New" I believe that travel should routinely be used to achieve the opposite: to get out of your comfort zone, expose yourself to uncertainty, and eschew rest for exploration and learning. The result is personal growth — greater emotional agility, empathy, and creativity. A recent trip to Sri Lanka, with an unexpected stop in Thailand, led me to think more deeply about the positive impact of adventures that challenge us.." www.hbr.org
When Public Speaking Panic Sets In, How To Be As Bold As Richard Branson“It’s true to say I’m a natural introvert, but from my experience, shyness is a problem you can overcome. All it takes is practice. If you’re an introvert and find it difficult to communicate with strangers you have to practice, practice and practice - but practice being yourself.”
The point he makes is that when you are first starting out, no one expects you to be a commanding leader or a world-class orator. The key lies in conveying a sense of passion for what you’re doing to whttp://workplaceinsight.net/us-workers-increasingly-prioritise-flexible-working-personal-development-status in over an audience." www.forbes.com
Workplace Changes Are Accelerating: Why And What Millennials Should Do About It"Change is to be expected, unfolding at a constant rate as new generations replace old generations, and as old ideas become obsolete. But here’s the thing; in today’s world, change isn’t unfolding at a constant rate—it’s unfolding at a faster and faster rate. The rate of change in today’s workplace is accelerating, and if you aren’t prepared, it could dramatically impact your career." www.forbes.com
Your success blesses others. I wish you a great a hugely impactful week!Ken
