By Randy Hain The Oxford Dictionary defines inspiration as “the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.” I came across another reference from the Collins Dictionary that described inspiration as “a feeling [...]
There is perhaps no better antidote to negativity than healthy and regular doses of “thankfulness.” Seems too simple, huh? Let me explain. “People’s brains have a ‘negativity bias’” In recent WSJ article on smarter ways to discipline children, a quote from one [...]
By Randy Hain Thoughtfulness is the intersection of deep reflection and broad concern for others. - Adam Grant My newest book, Becoming a More Thoughtful Leader, was never intended to be the defining gold standard for how leaders can be [...]
Are you feeling the career itch? Whether you're ready to make a change, up for a new challenge within your current organization or if you're simply curious as to the available options, today's guest is here to help us navigate [...]
“I’m afraid to make the changes in my career and life that I want to make.” Who can’t relate to the debilitating effects of fear? Our fears are always bigger in our minds than they really are. We give them [...]
By Randy Hain Dost thou love life? Then do not squander time, for that is the stuff life is made of. — Benjamin Franklin Time is a finite resource and we only have so much of it to harness and share. As [...]
Specifically, there are three common traps that I see nearly all leadership teams falling into today. These traps are industry and regionally agnostic. It doesn’t matter what you do or where you live in the world. I see these traps [...]
By Randy Hain One of the many things I admire about my father Steve is his consistent habit of complimenting good work, encouraging others and sincerely sharing gratitude. He is now 85 and over the course of his long life, [...]
By Randy Hain I am often asked questions by my professional and personal networks on career, life and leadership topics. I have noticed patterns of intensity over the years regarding certain questions and I will be sharing my answers to [...]
By Randy Hain I found myself in a reflective mood as I sipped coffee in my home office in the wee hours before dawn this New Year’s Eve. I always endeavor at the end of every year to recall the [...]
