Marshall Sylver - The Millionaire Maker

John Hancock put it brilliantly: “The greatest ability in business is to get along with others and to influence their actions.” As the business world is changing, companies are breaking down the departmental silos. The work is now done in cross-functional teams without the traditional reporting lines. As titles become irrelevant, leadership is now dependent on the ability to influence outside the formal structure. You can be a manager without the ability to influence, but you can never be a leader. In today’s world, INFLUENCE = POWER Here’s how you can cultivate influence in the workplace. Build Trust If you assign a task to someone, but you do not have the authority, is he likely to carry it out? You are unlikely to influence people who do not trust you. In order to work effectively, you need to have healthy relationship with your team. If you’ve built an environment of trust around you, by being honest and open, stating your opinions and concerns, people are li...

Is work life stressing you out? Feeling like you’re in over your head? Need a break? Here’s a thought: vacation is a “state of mind” rather than a holiday you take on a tropical island. Isn’t this comforting? A vacation is something you do to get away from the stress and pressures of everyday life. It is something you do for the mind, rather than anything else. The good thing is, you can take a mind vacation even on the day you have to go work. Here are some activities that you can do to achieve the same relaxation as a vacation. Go for a run Try running away from your routine, literally. It is a great way to reduce stress and uplift the mood. When you get those endorphins flooding in, it becomes easy to forget about your problems. The best place to go for a run would be a park or a beach, where you connect with nature. Listen to the sounds of the woods or the waves hitting the shore. You will find it soothing for your brain. Read a book Reading is the best way...