Category Archives: Shared

The One Thing You Need To Do To Become More Creative via Fast Company

Posted on July 6, 2017 by Douglas E. Welch

The One Thing You Need To Do To Become More Creative via Fast Company If you want to become more creative, the answer may lie in becoming more courageous. A new class at USC Annenberg called Improvisational Leadership is encouraging … Continue reading →

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7 Questions That Lead to an ‘Aha Moment’, According to Research via Inc.

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Douglas E. Welch

Innovation isn’t just something that happens once or twice and then is forgotten until it is needed again. Innovation is something we need to do every day and in every way in our life and careers. Here are 7 questions … Continue reading →

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15 Things You Need to Know About Working Abroad Via The Muse

Posted on April 30, 2017 by Douglas E. Welch

A lot of great information here for anyone who has ever contemplated working abroad. There are a lot of little things — and a few big things — to consider, but you could find it to be the most rewarding … Continue reading →

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On YouTube: The Feynman Technique for learning anything via Sprouts

Posted on April 26, 2017 by Douglas E. Welch

I first discovered Richard Feynman years ago when I read his book “Surely, You’re Joking, Mr. Feynman” for a college class. I then went on to read his other book, “What Do You Care What Other People Think?” and almost … Continue reading →

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Noted: Brainstorming Doesn’t Work–Try These Three Alternatives Instead from Fast Company

Posted on April 8, 2017 by Douglas E. Welch

Brainstorming Doesn’t Work–Try These Three Alternatives Instead from Fast Company Our brains’ creative flow isn’t time-bound the way the typical brainstorm is. Here are a few ways to shake things up. People aren’t necessarily more creative in groups than alone, … Continue reading →

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Noted: Why Teens Should Start Networking In High School via Career Realism

Posted on November 3, 2014 by Douglas E. Welch

Why Teens Should Start Networking In High School via Career Realism As a professional recruiter and career coach, I regularly have the opportunity to speak with recent college graduates referred to me by parents from my professional and personal networks. … Continue reading →

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Noted: Don’t Compare Your Beginning to Someone Else’s Middle via Lifehacker

Posted on October 26, 2014 by Douglas E. Welch

Don’t Compare Your Beginning to Someone Else’s Middle via Lifehacker When you’re jumping into a new project or endeavor, it’s natural to look to those who know what they’re doing in order to learn from them. That’s great, but as … Continue reading →

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Noted: 3 Questions to Ask Yourself When You Don’t Know What You Want to Do via The Muse

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Douglas E. Welch

3 Questions to Ask Yourself When You Don’t Know What You Want to Do via The Muse I started college as a musical theater major, but by the end of my freshman year, I knew I wasn’t supposed to have … Continue reading →

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Noted: Why You Should Teach What You Know, Even If You Aren’t an Expert via Lifehaker

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Douglas E. Welch

Why You Should Teach What You Know, Even If You Aren’t an Expert via Lifehaker By teaching what you already know about your profession or hobby, you’ll learn more, potentially gain some notoriety as an up-and-coming expert, make new connections … Continue reading →

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Noted: Why Having More Time Being Alone Makes You A Greater Person via Lifehack

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Douglas E. Welch

Why Having More Time Being Alone Makes You A Greater Person via Lifehack “The best thinking has been done in solitude.” – Thomas Edison When was the last time you were alone? Not alone by today’s standards (Facebook and Twitter … Continue reading →

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