Empathy for the people you’re working with and being aware of their needs…that’s the “big kahuna” in managing people.
BARBARA CORCORANSex appeal is in the workplace every day of the week. I’m not saying that’s the only calling card, but it’s a whole crayon box.
More Barbara Corcoran Quotes
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I’ve never had a really creative idea sitting at my desk. All the big ideas that made a difference happened when I was playing outside.
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Rent a wide-angle lens and good lighting, get rid of your clutter and post at least eight great photos to win the beauty contest.
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Refinancing doesn’t reduce your debt, it just restructures it, so be clear about what you want to achieve with a refi.
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I like to wake up and just feel gratitude. Gratitude for waking up, for my health, for my kids, for my family. A lot of times in the evening, I’ll write down what my goals are for the next day; When I wake up, I look at that list again. I meditate.
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Figure out what past efforts amounted to nothing and label them your “not to do” list. Post the list where you’ll see it.
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Money is not the only thing that motivates employees. It’s about making them happy.
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You may not like the idea of putting money into a home when you’re moving out. But it’s demanded by the market. You need to show it off. You don’t have to rip out the kitchen and bathroom. But maybe replace the tiles or the countertops. Get professional advice.
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I hate entrepreneurs with beautiful business plans.
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When you’re a big money earner and your husband isn’t, it makes you question how feminine you are. I felt I was less feminine than if I was a supporting wife, or a second fiddle, or ‘Mrs. Higgins.
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So many people are good at starts and not so good at finishing.
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Harebrained schemes often lead to great discoveries.
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The story of my billion-dollar business starts like this. I borrowed $1,000 from a friend.
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In New York City, the meek don’t inherit the earth. The big mouth does.
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The most expensive hobby a rich man could have is a boat, and the second most expensive hobby he could have is a very old house.
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The difference between successful people and others is how long they spend time feeling sorry for themselves.
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