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Years back I worked for an executive who avoided the rumor mill and felt, due to his phenomenal (His word, not mine, not any employee’s, not any client’s either) management skills, that he had created an environment that was rumor-free. What he had created was an environment where he was unaware of the rumors circling around him. Like some volatile chemical, you need to tread lightly and carefully when dealing with rumors or they too can blow up in your face. If you ignore them, they might... Read Full Story

As I get ready to ramp up for the second season of “Reality Check with Craig Price” I wanted to spotlight a cause that is very close to one of my past guests, Thom Singer . The 5th Annual Kate Singer Endowment Fundraiser Thank you for participating in this fundraiser! Small amounts add up, and any amount you give will assist the research for children born with cranio-facial abnormalities. This is the 5th annual fundraiser our family has hosted, and we appreciate your support!!! Kate is... Read Full Story

As I have discussed in my book “Half a Glass: The Realist’s Guide” (In fact I dedicated Chapter 5 to it!) rumors and gossip are going to happen whether you want them to or not. The only decision you can make is if you want to know what’s being shared or be clueless to the information (or misinformation).  While you make think gossip is ugly and useless, science is proving otherwise. The Myth: Rumors are ugly, horrible things (Only the good ones!). The Reality: Rumors can be a viable way... Read Full Story

The “Power of Positive Thinking” has been sold and marketed so much it’s been widely accepted as the way people “should” behave, think or act. Sadly, the truth behind the value of negative thoughts and emotions has been driven into the shadows, to be ignored and avoided. Thankfully, more and more people are coming to understand that our negative thoughts partnered with a positive attitude (they are not mutually exclusive) can be a powerful combination for personal and professional success... Read Full Story

Motivation is always a hot topic for speakers, corporate leaders and managers alike. People look for new techniques on how to inspire, engage and otherwise influence employees. But rarely is the most obvious issue discussed: ‘What’s demotivating our people?’ Every person starts out a new job or position bubbling with energy. They’ve got ideas they want to share and goals to accomplish. In fact, if you hear a new hire say “Oh great…I’ve got to go start that horrible new job next week.” Fire... Read Full Story

One of the biggest thing that really gets my goat (for the record I do not own a goat) is people who insist on believing (and it’s not the believing part, but the insistence on telling other people) that a positive attitude can cure all their ills. It’s just not true. The condescension of positivity shames people into thinking they must be positive thinkers to get anywhere in the world, overcome their sicknesses and overall, to just be a better person than negative folks.  Yet, positive... Read Full Story

Thats right. From now until the end of 2011, I’m offering anyone who signs up for my newsletter a free PDF version of my book. Sign up today and get the introduction tomorrow. Then each week the next chapter will be sent directly to your email where you can download the PDF at your convienence. Use the form on the website or go to http://eepurl.com/hCoK2  and register. Please share this post and the link to the signup form to anyone you’d like! But act fast (WOW…that sounds... Read Full Story

Holly Duckworth of Leadership Solutions International joins Craig on the season finale to discuss gratitude. They delve into vital issues like Craig’s monkey-like handwriting, volunteering one’s time, keeping an “Oprah Journal” (yeah…Craig had a hard time with the name too) as well as just figuring out some ways to better express one’s gratitude. It’s an appropriate way to end 2011 for the podcast! Holly can be found at http://www.hollyduckworth.com (where else?!). See you in 2012... Read Full Story

Alan Cerny ( Nordling from Ain’t it Cool News ) returns by popular demand to talk about all the great movies coming out this holiday season. Oscar bait is chumming the waters as well as action flicks and kids movies. Throw in some great directors like Scorcese and Spielberg along with superstars Tom Cruise, Robert Downey Jr. and George Clooney and you have Craig and Alan happily talking movies!! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!! Read Full Story

Janine Iannarelli of Par Avion sets Craig straight on buying and selling corporate aircraft. No, Craig isn’t in the market, but after listening to him rant about is lack of faith in the TSA, the rude passengers and overbooked flights, you might want to give him one just to shut him up! Janine explains why you shouldn’t look at corporate jets as luxury items when they really do enhance productivity and why the corporate jet tax is just politics. Janine’s aviation consultancy can be found... Read Full Story