Monthly Archives: May 2017

The Success Drain

I recently noticed how I react to someone changing the rules, game, and expectations. I can tell you, each time it happens, it annoys me and gives me pause. That said, I refuse to be distracted and swayed by these rapid revisions. Instead, I take a moment and think about the changes from the otherContinue reading “The Success Drain”

Connecting Success

Everyone has their own take on how success looks and what it means. That said, one thing is universal – you build success through people and the solid reciprocal connections you establish and maintain. So if you want to accelerate your success, deepen your relationships. Warmly, Anita

What’s Your PIQ?

In my work, I talk to students and alumni at Chicago Booth about the impact of their work. Yet, I rarely think of my PIQ or Positive Impact Quotient. PIQ is the sum of all of the value you create for others and yourself minus the negative impact you may have if you discourage, dismiss,Continue reading “What’s Your PIQ?”

Doubt “Less” Success

A mentor of mine once told me that success is an accident, a lucky occurrence. On the other hand, knowing who you are and  challenging doubts you have about yourself shows strength of character. With this diamond-like self, you will find success all around you – and in you. Have a great day, Anita

The Story That Helps You Succeed

Stories are powerful, predictive, and persuasive. They influence your actions and those of others. The question is what story do you typically tell and what message is it sending? There are the “poor me” stories (which I don’t recommend), while very convincing, reduce credibility, trust, and the likelihood of achieving your goals and dreams. OnContinue reading “The Story That Helps You Succeed”

The Success Destroyer

Complaints are a funny thing – they can feel really great in the moment and yet can actually derail your best efforts to achieve your goals and dreams. Here’s how it usually goes. You start with a complaint – even a minor one. It things aren’t resolved, the complaint can grow and become a bitContinue reading “The Success Destroyer”

How to Be Victorious

I am often asked the question about how to be successful. Most of the time, the question they really want to know is how to be victorious when facing a challenge. While it’s common sense, individuals find the following helpful (and I hope you do as well): NEVER allow you to defeat yourself. Victory andContinue reading “How to Be Victorious”

Is Your Purpose Too Puny?

I was chatting with a friend who has been struggling with a specific challenge for a long time and he was more than a bit frustrated that he hadn’t yet resolved it. I asked him why coming up with a solution was important to him. He gave me one of those “isn’t it obvious” looksContinue reading “Is Your Purpose Too Puny?”