I got a call from a friend at the local community college the other day, asking if I would be wiling to interview a student for a potential internship. No one needs to take on interns, of course, but it can be a rewarding experience for both you and the student. You need to make sure that interns aren’t just free labor. MORE >>

It's easy to talk about what collaboration is or is not or the types of collaboration. What's difficult is to change your practices (read behaviours) to improve your chances of an effective collaboration. Here are seven personal skills that we all need to master to give collaboration a chance. MORE >>

What I found the most frightening was the way she would lie, steal, cheat, manipulate, control, charm and cajole to get what she wanted. Oh, and by the way, she had to be the center of attention at all times as well. It’s painful to be on the receiving end of their demanding, demeaning behavior,” says Dieken. Personality. MORE >>

Communication Nation Communication is one of the most important skills anyone can have, in business and in life. As individuals and as a species, I believe we will be happier and more productive if we can improve our ability to communicate. This blog is dedicated to that effort. Join the conversation! Buy Gamestorming at B&N.com MORE >>

After listening to a podcast recently -- an interesting conversation between Dave Pollard and Chris Corrigan -- I am now even more convinced of the importance that we know HOW to learn. To be honest I probably didnt need all that much convincing!). We just dont have the capacity to absorb it all. Its overfill! MORE >>