Jay Mandel

Jay Mandel is Your Brand Coach.

Ambiversion: Self-discovery and Relationships

As social beings, we generally exhibit traits that categorize us as extroverts or introverts. That distinction, however, exists at two extremes that we cannot help but notice. For instance, an introvert may be reserved with strangers or acquaintances but enthusiastic among friends. So it’s difficult to restrict individuals to rigid boundaries when our personalities are …

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Introducing the Past, Present, Future Story Roadmap

Stories are conversation starters that offer insight into you as an individual, what you value, and your perception of the world. As social and emotional beings, our reality is intertwined with others, making our stories worth sharing. Our experiences might be unique, but their reoccurrence makes them relatable. Stories help you connect with your audience …

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How Scott Eddy does it: Meaning-making, forming (and nurturing) relationships, and being true to your cause!

Do you know one of those moments of intellectual urgency where ideas flow from one to another and create new ones, and you’re having so much fun that you zone out from reality? I recall one such moment when World Traveler, Business Owner, Entrepreneur, and my good friend Scott Eddy, visited my class to engage with my …

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How To Write A Personal Mission Statement (A Step-By-Step Guide)

As an experiment, I asked several friends, “what do you stand for?” It was surprising how hard it was for some people to answer. According to positive psychology, to live a meaningful and fulfilling life, you must cultivate what is best within yourself. To optimize your personal and professional life, you must visualize your future …

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What Is Competence Motivation And How To Use It

You must have come across “Employee of the Month” boards in stores and workplaces that feature the best employee in a specific period. Indeed, it is a form of appreciation for the employee’s hard work. But can’t preference be given privately instead? So, why announce it to even the customers? That’s right—to motivate the other employees to work harder by triggering their competitive side.