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Why “Work-Life Balance” Is a Misnomer…Probably – Pick Dave’s Brain

Work-life “balance” or work-life “synergy” or neither one? This week’s question comes from Steve in Appeldoorn, The Netherlands. Q: Do you think the term work-life balance is really effective and accurate? I like to use “work-life synergy” and find it to be more effective. Isn’t working toward balance a less effective approach to take? Click … Continue reading "Why “Work-Life Balance” Is a Misnomer…Probably – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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Dave’s Definitive Must-Read Business Books – Pick Dave’s Brain

What’s your favorite book in your library? This week’s question comes from Carlos: Q: Hey Dave, this is Carlos from Ventura, California. I’ve watched a lot of your courses in www.linkedinlearning.com and I have a question for you. If you could share one book from your existing library with someone like me, a thirty-one-year-old in … Continue reading "Dave’s Definitive Must-Read Business Books – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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Choosing the Best Training and Seminars – Pick Dave’s Brain

This week’s question comes from Angela in Knoxville, Tennessee. Q: There are so many experts with conferences and seminars in my industry. How can I know which one to choose? Or are they all the same, and once you’ve learned from one, it’s a waste of money to continue? Click to tweet this: Stop seeking … Continue reading "Choosing the Best Training and Seminars – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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How to Avoid Multitasking in a Partnership – Pick Dave’s Brain

If you’re bad at playing volleyball, does that make you bad at multitasking? This week’s question comes from Martin in Utah. Q: My partner and I are multitasking at the partnership level. How can we more effectively manage projects as partners to make sure that we’re always working on the most important thing? Click to … Continue reading "How to Avoid Multitasking in a Partnership – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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Do Execs Need Psychological Testing? – Pick Dave’s Brain

Are you a narcissist and, if so, should you be a CEO? This week’s question comes from Jayne in Adelaide, Australia. Q: Could you see value in companies establishing prerequisite testing of all CEO applicants for disorders such as BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder) or NPD (Narcissist Personality Disorder) to ensure that people in leadership positions … Continue reading "Do Execs Need Psychological Testing? – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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How to Go Global Without Getting Lost in Translation – Pick Dave’s Brain

This week’s question comes from Fionnuala. Q:  I was just wondering if you had any tips on how to appeal to a global membership, because you’ve expanded your own business so successfully? Click to tweet this: A focused business can go global without the message getting lost in translation. @DaveCrenshaw Video transcript: Should I talk about Fútbol or … Continue reading "How to Go Global Without Getting Lost in Translation – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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To Freelance or Not to Freelance? – Pick Dave’s Brain

This week’s question comes from Amanpreet from Amritsar, India. Q: I want to quit my job and start working as a freelancer. Is it a good idea to leave the job and start working at home? Click to tweet this: Freelancing isn’t temp work. Think of freelancing like a small business. The product? You! @DaveCrenshaw … Continue reading "To Freelance or Not to Freelance? – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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Employee Issues, Gorillas, and Other Monkey Business – Pick Dave’s Brain

This week’s question comes from Rafael of San Paulo, Brazil. Q: In one of your seminars you said if you have an employee that’s causing problems, you should hold them to strict standards. But does that really work? Click to tweet this: Having a conversation with your “gorilla” might be the missing link tin saving … Continue reading "Employee Issues, Gorillas, and Other Monkey Business – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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How to Be the ‘Guru’ by Creating Content – Pick Dave’s Brain

This week’s question comes from Joseph in San Jose, California: Q: You’re doing what I’d like to be doing in the years ahead. What tips do you have for me now? And how can I help you with what you’re currently working on? Click to tweet this: Find your “comfort zone.” Then use it to create … Continue reading "How to Be the ‘Guru’ by Creating Content – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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How to Prioritize Ideas – Pick Dave’s Brain

This week’s challenging question comes from Zeya, in Ontario, Canada: Q:  How do I prioritize ideas in my head? Often I start working on one project, but suddenly think of the other projects that I need to work on, and then the process gets scattered. Click to tweet this: There are wonderful places to store … Continue reading "How to Prioritize Ideas – Pick Dave’s Brain"

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