Richard Owens
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Beer Connoisseur, classically trained pianist, traveled to over 50 countries in my 20s alone, and lover of the arts.
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Habits of Mentally Strong People
There are some people who just seem to have it all together. Even if they falter, they know exactly how to pick up the pieces. We may find ourselves admiring these resilient people in our lives, but it is important to remember that we can all strive to be more like them by developing some of these habits of mentally strong people.
By Richard Owens9 years ago in Journal
How to Effectively Give Constructive Criticism
Honey is bound to catch more employees than vinegar. A person who feels appreciated will always do more than what is expected. This saying has a level of truth when it comes to the business world. Unfortunately, there are hundreds of examples of corporations that don't follow this belief. Let's call her Joan. She's a secretary at a Los Angeles digital media company and, frankly, she's a problem. "My workers are complaining to me," relates Kim, Joan's boss and the content manager of the company. "They don't want to ask her to do their typing, but that's Joan's job—distributing important documents and sending emails in and out of the office. Even paperwork is backlogged. The department is in chaos."
By Richard Owens9 years ago in Journal
Best Tech Companies to Work for in America
If you are looking for the best tech companies to work for in America, then you have come to the right place. Tech companies are best known for their high-end salaries, amazing perks, and office spaces that do not feel cramped or overpopulated. The best tech businesses have low stress, satisfaction in their job, and pay raises based on experience. Some businesses on this list might surprise you, but these tech companies have some of the best benefits around.
By Richard Owens9 years ago in Journal
Corporate Secrets: Signs That You’re Promotable
A friend of mine approached me and asked me, what are the signs that you're promotable? At first, I felt pity for him. This is because we graduated from college at the same time and both of us were lucky enough to get employed at the same company. While I have moved up the corporate ladder and I am currently the head of my department, he is stuck at the junior level. In addition, his wife just gave birth to twins and the pressure is mounting on him to move up the corporate ladder. This a common problem faced by many individuals. As human beings, we do not love being stuck in our place, we like moving forward.
By Richard Owens9 years ago in Journal
Best 80s Business Movies
Being an entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart. The stress and the long hours can be demanding, but eventually, it will all (hopefully) pay off in the long run. Through the struggles, there is growth, and that is where entrepreneurs learn the most. Many films, like the best 80s business movies, show the world of business from many different points of view. Although each of the characters from the films are in different situations, in business and in life, they all have one thing in common: success. These films range from satirical, informative to downright comedic, but that doesn't take away from the lessons you can gain from them all.
By Richard Owens9 years ago in Journal
Unhealthiest Jobs In America
Not all jobs are equal, and some have huge risks compared to others. You may feel a lot better about your job after reading about some of the most unhealthy jobs in America. Or maybe worse, if your job is included. You could probably put 20 different occupations in the health sector on this list, as they are exposed to the most germs and diseases by a long shot. However, there are a variety of factors that are taken into account when considering how unhealthy a job is. The possibility of injury, exposure to germs, and hazardous conditions are some of many.
By Richard Owens9 years ago in Journal
Midlife Career Change Advice From Baby Boomers to Millennials
Millennials are "lazy, entitled narcissists," according to Baby Boomers. Hold on Millennials, before you make this about yourselves you should know that Baby Boomers contemplated and made midlife career changes long before you felt the need to take a semester off to find yourselves in Europe. When workers make the critical decision to leave one career for another, where do they end up?
By Richard Owens9 years ago in Journal
What Great Leaders Do Differently
I have always asked myself what separates great leaders from those who aren't titled the same. When great leaders do things right, they inspire people working with them, but great leadership does not just come on a platter. A true leader is noteworthy and someone to be observed in action. They have exemplary characteristics that stand out. Not everyone is a natural born leader but everyone has the capacity to be a great leader. There is no one formula for great leadership but there are some things that great leaders do differently that clearly place them in a category all their own.
By Richard Owens9 years ago in Journal
