Summary: How can you tell whether you have “imposter syndrome” or whether you actually are inflating your abilities and accomplishments? The answer is to get objective and external validation. I frequently hear concern about “imposter syndrome.” My general reaction is that “imposter syndrome” is actually your conscience telling you that you’re not “all that.” Although…
Summary: Yes, it’s time to show a little empathy as a result of the presidential election. That might include the people you’re insulting. Years ago, when I was a brash young Evangelical, a Catholic co-worker referred to her priest as “father.” As you probably know, Jesus explicitly said “call no man father,” which I cited…
Summary: The following is a very lightly edited conversation I had with ChatGPT. Q: What are some practical tools, methods, mindsets, activities, etc., to improve an individual’s ability to plan, focus attention, manage multiple tasks, and regulate their behavior to achieve goals? Improving executive function involves strengthening cognitive processes through practical tools, methods, activities, and…
Summary: It’s not enough to know all the clever business sayings. You have to do them. I’ve been in the publishing business a long time, and it’s rare that I hear something new. When I go to a conference, I’m usually not getting new information. The talks serve to remind me to emphasize things I…
Summary: What you pay attention to will change the way you perceive the world, and what you take from it. I have a friend who quotes some ancient theologian to the effect that “when the student is ready, the teacher will appear.” What does that mean? I think I can illustrate it with a story…