Stuff that MattRs - #256
More great insights for YOU and YOUR career, the first email to open on Monday morning!
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The Stuff:
- What makes a great 1:1 meeting? Excellent video chat from two Microsoft execs (20 mins ish) on the structure and purpose of good 1:1 meetings. More: Questions for Managers to use in 1:1’s
- 40 one-sentence email tips. From a communication and content pro. (via Josh Spector)
- Being Good isn’t enough. Here are the things that you really need to succeed in your career.(via Josh Swords)
- More words to eliminate. Ten words that you should never use to describe yourself. (via Better Report)
- A simple weekend habit that could make you happier. It’s time you planned a mini-retreat. (via Simon Sinek)
- Decide what news to read, and what to believe by using the SIFT method. This HAS to be good for your sanity. (via University of Chicago)
Finally. Polybounce. Guess how many bounces before the ball escapaes.
Below the Fold
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Weeknote: Updates from the last seven days, a great music recommendation and movie & book recommendations.
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Random Journal Prompt: What are my three biggest achievements from this past year? Start Writing Now.
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