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The Neurochemistry of Positive Conversations

Harvard Business Review

Positive comments and conversations produce a chemical reaction too. When I explained this to Rob, and told him about the chemical impact his behavior was having on his employees, he vowed to change, and it worked. Cortisol functions like a sustained-release tablet – the more we ruminate about our fear, the longer the impact.

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Introducing 100 Coaches: Pay It Forward Champions

Marshall Goldsmith

Former President, Dow Chemical USA. Diane Ryan – Associate Dean. Formerly a leader in the automotive, retail, restaurant, media innovation and consulting industries. Deborah Borg – Chief Human Resources & Communications Officer, Bunge Limited. HR and talent development roles with General Motors Australia.

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How to Overcome the Midday Slump

Harvard Business Review

“All it’s doing is masking the effects of your low energy,” by blocking a chemical that tells your body you are tired. That’s because blue light from a device’s screen suppresses the production of melatonin, the chemical that tells your brain that it’s time to go to sleep. Ryan Hulland was dog tired.

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Case Study: Is a Promotion Worth Hiding Who You Are?

Harvard Business Review

” Hanguk was a large, fast-growing company with diversified interests spanning electronics, biotechnology, shipping, construction, and chemicals. There was one in particular who did quite well — Mr. Ryan Porter. You’ll be getting the official e-mail from HR soon.” He was very much like you.”