Working with Psychopaths
Posted on26 Sep 2013
Tagsmulti-tasking, Psychopath in Workplace Series, simplification, KISS Principle, workplace, trust, standardization, psychopaths, negative thinking, music, intuition, instinct, golf, diversity, organizational culture
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Obviously, not working with psychopaths is the best option. That, however, isn’t always practical. Additionally, it’s neither practical nor optimal to distrust... Read More
Placebo Management (Pt 4): Tiger, Golfers, Superstitions & Performance
Posted on29 Nov 2012
Tagsemotions, golf, Harvard Business Review, Influence, management, motivation, Performance, phraseology, placebo, Placebo Management Series, Sally Linkenauger
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In business, we tend to discount – even ridicule – people’s superstitions. What’s the tangible connection between crossing your fingers and making... Read More
Golfing Analogy: Working with People
Posted on08 Oct 2012
Tagsanalogy, consumer, euphemisms, expectations, golf, Golf Analogy, honesty, Influence, online dating, policies, politics, respect, subconscious, truth, workplace
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People often feel that playing politics in the workplace is something dirty and to be avoided. Well, cleaning house and taking out... Read More
