The Upside of Complacency
My grandmother died last month. It was not an unexpected thing – she was 95 years old, and her health…
Jeff Havens is a speaker, author, and professional development expert who tackles leadership, generational, and professional development issues with an exceptional blend of content and entertainment. He is a contributing writer to Fast Company, Entrepreneur, BusinessWeek, The Wall Street Journal; and has been featured on CNBC and Fox Business. For more information, or to bring Jeff to your next meeting, contact Donna Buttice at Platinum Speakers Agency at 630.330.7533.
Why You Should Know Your Weaknesses
I am generally of the opinion that the only good reason for running anywhere is to escape danger. I sincerely…
Employee Engagement Essentials Video Series :: Blooper Reel!
We recently released our 9-part video series, Employee Engagement Essentials, to our members at JeffHavens.com. Of course we messed up…
How To Overcome the Fears That Are Holding You Back
I probably haven’t met you, but I’m pretty confident that you’re scared of something. Plenty of somethings, more likely. That’s…
How To Recognize Which Fears Are Worth Holding Onto
“Wait, what? You’re going to tell me that it’s OK to be afraid of things? That’s not what any other…
How To Convince Other People To Listen To Your Ideas
You have the best idea ever! It came to you in a flash while you were swerving to avoid a…
How To Find the Time To Come Up With Great Ideas
You’re probably reading this while doing something else. You might be eating, or pretending to listen to a conference call…
Unorthodox Ways To Improve Your Employee Engagement
Oh my gosh, another article about employee engagement! You must be so excited right now!!!! Or you’re not. After all,…
How to Motivate Others When They Don’t Want To Work
Congratulations! If you’ve read my other article, then you are now as motivated as ever, ready to make the world…
How To Motivate Yourself When You Deeply, Deeply Don’t Want To Work
Allow me to begin by saying that I really don’t want to be writing this. It’s gorgeous outside today –…