by Martin Medeiros | Jun 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
Failing at anything isn’t particularly fun, but the learning from failure can be tremendous if you take the time to reflect on the experience. If you take a few minutes to examine someone else’s failure, you benefit from the experience without the heartburn of having...
by Martin Medeiros | May 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
What’s your dream job? Are you in it right now? Maybe you’re thinking about moving in that direction? Perhaps you’re looking for a new job by default because of recent circumstances? Looking for work is never particularly fun, but it’s one of the most...
by Martin Medeiros | Apr 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
Picture this: You’re a soldier, soggy, groggy… tired of sitting in the dirt and trenches with the threat of death overhead every moment. It’s the height of World War II, and although you can do nothing about the sloshing mud in your boots threatening trench foot...
by Martin Medeiros | Apr 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
Few greater examples of the power of social proof exist than Candid Camera. Remember that show? If you’re unfamiliar or you’ve forgotten, Candid Camera started as a radio show, and was first aired on TV in 1948. It consisted of all manner of (harmless yet humorous)...
by Martin Medeiros | Mar 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
As a professional negotiator, your days aren’t filled with one on one meetings that involve you saying “So, tell me about your childhood.” You’re not a psychologist, after all. Nevertheless, successful negotiation is predicated on successful application of basic...