Build a Stronger Professional Network with These Tips from LinkedIn's Founder Networking is a key skill to have, especially when you're looking for a new job. Not all of us are great at it, though, and some may think of networking as simply schmoozing with people. LinkedIn's Reid Hoffman describes how to invest in your relationships now as a way to build a truly helpful professional network. With co-writer Ben Casnocha, Hoffman writes in The Start-Up of You (excerpted on Fortune) that the best thing to do is to maintain an active, up-to-date network, and that most professionals have five to ten active alliances—people you can consult with, collaborate on opportunities with, promote, and defend. His suggestions for nurturing your network: In the next day: Look at your calendar for the past six months and identify the five people you spend the most time with — are you happy with their influence on you? Consider it an investment in your career. For much more networking advice, hit the link for the full excerpt of the book.
Often, we are what we were Ask babies who they are, and they’ll babble something that seems nonsensical. Turns out, they’re onto something. Jerome Kagan, a developmental psychologist and the Daniel and Amy Starch Professor of Psychology Emeritus, has spent the past 30 years of his lengthy career studying the temperaments of those little people, which originate in a child’s unique biology, along with the experiences that shape their personalities. These discoveries are summarized in his new book, “The Temperamental Thread.” Twenty percent of Kagan’s 4-month-old infant subjects were labeled high reactive, “a behavioral profile marked by vigorous motor activity and crying to unfamiliar experiences.” “The high-reactive infants are biased to become children who are timid, shy, and cautious in unfamiliar situations. Kagan also explores links between temperament and gender, ethnicity, mental illness, and more. “The most obvious are related to the molecules oxytocin and vasopressin, and the sex hormones.
Detecting Deception Over the Telephone Detecting Deception over the Telephone I hear the voice coming through the telephone receiver, but I am not sure the person at the other end is telling the truth. Without visual cues, detecting deception becomes more difficult, but not impossible. Establish a Baseline A baseline can be established during the first few minutes of a conversation. Response Time Liars have longer response times than truth tellers. I used this technique recently to determine if the projector problems were resolved for an upcoming speech I was giving. Me: Hi, my name is Jack Schafer. Event Coordinator: (Slight pause) Well, (Slight pause) they told me that everything has been taken care of. Based on the event coordinator's "Well" response to my direct "yes" or "no" question, I was reasonably certain that the problems with the projector had not been resolved. Word Fillers Liars need time to construct believable answers. Evasive Answers Liars have difficulty providing direct answers to direct questions. DePaulo, B.
Serotonin and Depression: 9 Questions and Answers 1. What is serotonin? Serotonin acts as a neurotransmitter, a type of chemical that helps relay signals from one area of the brain to another. 2. Serotonin is made via a unique biochemical conversion process. 3. As a neurotransmitter, serotonin helps to relay messages from one area of the brain to another. In terms of our body function, serotonin can also affect the functioning of our cardiovascular system, muscles, and various elements in the endocrine system. 4. There are many researchers who believe that an imbalance in serotonin levels may influence mood in a way that leads to depression. One theory about how depression develops centers on the regeneration of brain cells -- a process that some believe is mediated by serotonin, and ongoing throughout our lives.
Our Divided Brains Might Be Making Us Unhappy: A Plea for a More Right-Brained World Serotonin Serotonin /ˌsɛrəˈtoʊnɨn/ or 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) is a monoamine neurotransmitter. Biochemically derived from tryptophan, serotonin is primarily found in the gastrointestinal tract (GI tract), platelets, and the central nervous system (CNS) of animals, including humans. It is popularly thought to be a contributor to feelings of well-being and happiness.[6] Serotonin secreted from the enterochromaffin cells eventually finds its way out of tissues into the blood. There, it is actively taken up by blood platelets, which store it. When the platelets bind to a clot, they release serotonin, where it serves as a vasoconstrictor and helps to regulate hemostasis and blood clotting. In addition to animals, serotonin is found in fungi and plants.[10] Serotonin's presence in insect venoms and plant spines serves to cause pain, which is a side-effect of serotonin injection. Functions[edit] Receptors[edit] Gauge of food availability (appetite)[edit] Effects of food content[edit] [edit]
7 Strategies for Introverts (by Introverts) to Ignite Socializing Skills Life, to me, is all about human connections. No, it’s not so much about the “professional networking” aspect or building a social media network full of fans and promoters. Even in our increasingly tech-laden world, it’s those pure, totally uninhibited, simply “human” face-to-face connections that mean the absolute most in life. There’s something so unique and special about the bonds we forge over laughter and smiles, as well as those shared over tears and during moments of adversity when communities unite to overcome sorrow. However, if you’re more of an “introvert” like me and not a Type-A, extroverted personality, those human connections feel a bit tougher to come by. Are you the same way? No matter the extent of your social skills, introverted personality, or even if you deal with social anxiety in certain situations, I’ve assembled some of the easiest and most effective tips for introverts — provided by introverts, themselves! “I have to force myself to get out there. “Warmth.
Antidepressants: What You Need to Know About Depression Medication How effective are antidepressants? Important This information is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. If you are taking an antidepressant, do not change your dosage without consulting your physician! Most mental health experts agree that when depression is severe, medication can be helpful—even life saving. A major 2006 U.S. government study showed that fewer than 50 percent of people become symptom-free on antidepressants, even after trying two different medications. Other studies show that the benefits of depression medication have been exaggerated, with some researchers concluding that—when it comes to mild to moderate depression—antidepressants are only slightly more effective than placebos. The bottom line If you have severe depression that’s interfering with your ability to function, medication may be right for you. Therapy and self-help strategies can help you get to the bottom of your underlying issues and develop the tools to beat depression for good. Generic vs.
Your Excuses Literally Possess You Like a Demon Let me ask you a question. . . Have you ever met someone who is truly successful in the way you want success? I’ve learned that successful people drop the excuses and take full responsibility for their success. When you take responsibility for your success, people automatically want to hand you positions of leadership, and follow your great example. . . .On the other hand: People who are full excuses aren’t just failures–they wind up with the life nobody wanted. A leader who is full of excuses is seen as weak, and they soon lose their following. Personal Story of Excuses I remember meeting an older guy at the bus station once. I could tell that he was recounting a story that he had recited many times. As I sat silently, holding back the urge to judge this man, I noticed that he was 100% convinced by his excuses. He was literally possessed by his excuses. It’s not good enough to just drop the excuses. Reframing Your Excuses Reframing is a term from NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming).
8 Tips for Making Your Own Micro Apartment With all the hoopla around the adAPT NYC competition and other micro-apartments around the country, it’s clear there’s a demand for smart, small apartments. In fact, people write us daily asking if we have apartments available to rent or buy. While LifeEdited is working with development teams to get you your micro-apartments with the greatest haste (be sure to sign up for our list), many of the developments are years away. This leaves the question: What do I do now if I want a micro-apartment? If you’re interested in living in a micro-apartment–either converting your existing place or starting fresh–here are some suggestions we think are critical to living a big life in a small apartment. Pick a good address. Anything we missed?