Yield Theory and You
Meet people where they are, not where you think they “should be” already.
How To Gain (And Lose) Credibility
Credibility is earned. The recipe for earning it isn’t complex: Follow through with what you say, say things that are…
How to Help Those Who Don’t Want It
For more than twenty years, my tagline has been, “There are two kinds of people in the world: People with…
Why Understanding the Difference Between Advice-Givers and “Demanders” is Vital
There is a great difference between those who give advice and those who demand that their opinions and perspectives be…
Men Can Meet, but Mountains Never
A beautiful saying in Jewish traditions is, “Men can meet, but mountains never.” It means if two people view themselves…
You Don’t Really Want Answers to What You’re Asking
Once, there was a man who lost his keys. He looked for them frantically, and then in desperation cried out,…
“Just”
“Hey, ‘just’ do exactly what I say, and everything will be fine.” “I don’t know why people don’t ‘just’…..” “All…
You Want Praise, Not Feedback
One of the more fascinating human actions is asking for feedback. People ask frequently, “What do you think of….” But…
Ask Dr. Conte: How Can I Get My Child to Listen to Me?
Hi, Dr. Conte, I have a three-year-old son (he will be 4 in January) who is very headstrong and very determined,…
Unnecessary Protection: How to Deal with Perceived Threats vs. Real Threats
It’s natural to protect ourselves. The world is scary and there are real threats out there. Unfortunately, we spend far…