Lisa McLeod

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MCLEOD: 'But we've already spent the money'

When it comes to money, it's not about what you've spent; it's about what you want to do from this point going forward.

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MCLEOD: Why shared commitment gives you courage

Courage isn't the absence of fear; it's the ability to act in the face of fear.

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MCLEOD: Storytelling shapes your self-perception

Every family and every organization has a narrative. It's up to you to craft your own.

MCLEOD: Lessons from a boiling frog

If you put a frog in a pot of boiling water, it jumps out. But if you put a frog in cool water and gradually turn up the heat, the frog will boil to death without ever trying to escape.. The same thing happens to people.. If someone had told

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MCLEOD: Are smart people miserable?

Pleasure and purpose are what you need -- not smarts -- to be truly happy.

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MCLEOD: How I reframed paying my taxes

Whken it comes to attitudes, how you frame your conversation makes all the difference.

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MCLEOD: How to get things done at home and in the office

We all procroastinate, but here are a few tips to keep you from doing it. So don't put off reading this.

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MCLEOD: The meaning of life in two words

If you're trying to find meaning n your life, it's a good idea to turn off the TV and work at it.

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MCLEOD: Why peers matter

Whether it's water skiiing or other pursuits, it never hurts to measure yourself against your peers.

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MCLEOD: What is your body saying about you?

If you think the right thoughts, your body will act accordingly.

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MCLEOD: The mistakes most people make when choosing a career

Before you choose a career you've got to know yourself. There's a personality test for it that I wish more people would use.

MCLEOD: 5 ways to stay focused during times of uncertainty

Everything isn't going to turn out the way you planned, but that doesn't mean you can't still be prepared.

MCLEOD: Why people fail and how to stop it

You can't succeed without some failures along the way. So why waste your time on the bad stuff when you can benefit by looking ahead.

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MCLEOD: Why profit should not be the primary purpose of business

Many people believe that the sole purpose of business is to make money. They’re wrong.

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MCLEOD: Why comparing yourself to other people is a good thing

Your mom might have told you otherwise, but comparing yourself to others is OK. It helps show you what's possible and can make you competitive in a good way.