While we might like to think otherwise, here is a fact about successful leaders: Successful leaders go through significant periods of time in which they feel confused, discouraged, and unsure of themselves and their decisions. They feel as if they should be somewhere else, doing something else. And un successful leaders go through the same thing. MORE >>

If you're a boss, you know that every day is a challenge to do better. Your job will be easier if you realize that most mistakes don't matter. Boss's Tip of the Day MORE >>

Albert Einstein has a number of excellent quotes, but this one was new to me: I like how Einstein turned conventional wisdom on its head. Most people are quick to dismiss any idea that seems “absurd,” but not Einstein. Not only was he willing to consider absurd ideas, but according to the quote, he wouldn’t waste time with those that weren’t. MORE >>

With all due respect to Google, Zappos, and these guys , here are 11 real-life examples I’ve seen managers try to force their employees to lighten up and have some “fun” at work: 1. Creation of a “fun committee”. ve seen plenty of these, and no one EVER seems to be having any fun. BTW, I’ve seen managers pick these committees….it’s Farm animals? MORE >>

I received some anonymous criticism last week. I’m one of those rare leaders who doesn’t automatically dismiss criticism from someone who doesn’t sign their name. Mostly because I try to consider if something in my personality or approach caused this person to feel the need to remain anonymous. Wrong Ways to Respond to Criticism. MORE >>