Performance Improvement: Strategies for Academic and Personal Success

We all have potential, but what does that mean? For some, it might mean achieving great things or making a positive impact on the world. Others might define it as being able to regulate emotions, exercise self-discipline, or self-manage. It means all of that and more. In today’s episode, I describe what I mean by living to your full potential. The term does not have one meaning, which means it can be more achievable than most think. Sit back, grab a pen, and prepare to take notes. Ella

Are you wondering how to list soft skills on your resume? It's not as simple as listing hard skills, but it's definitely doable! In today’s message, you'll learn how to add your soft skills to your resume in a way that stands out and clearly defines your achievements and capabilities on the job. I'll briefly mention how to identify your soft skills and then provide examples on how to craft language that highlights your soft skills in action. _______________________________________________________________________ For additional resources, visit, Website: http://www.achievingexcellencetoday.com/ Amazon publications: https://rb.gy/g2jwbv _______________________________________________________________________ Music Elmore Heights by www.app.sessions.blue/browse/track/122441

In this episode, you'll learn the basics of social intelligence, including how to read social cues, manage difficult conversations, and build strong relationships. We'll also explore how social intelligence can be used in the workplace to improve communication and collaboration.

This episode will cover problem solving as a soft skill. You will learn how to face problems head on and uncover solutions.  Whether you're looking to improve your problem-solving skills for work or for life, this message is for you. I'll cover techniques for identifying and diagnosing problems and brainstorming and implementing solutions. By the end of this episode, you'll feel confident in tackling problems both professionally and personally.

In this episode, you will learn a second soft skill that is becoming increasingly important in today's workplace - focus. It’s not one you’d expect to be a soft skill, but as you listen, you will discover that it contains the necessary components to be classified as such.  Focus will help you easily complete projects and filter out distractions. You will also learn how to set priorities and stick to them.  Developing this skill will make you a invaluable employee and a reliable friend/romantic partner.   Listen carefully, and take notes if necessary. Ella Contact me at, www.achievingexcellencetoday.com @achievingexcellencetoday.com Music:  Elmore Heights

In today’s digital-driven society, we compete with much more than each other. Technology, in the form of artificial intelligence, is our new competitor. The only way to stay relevant in the face of such fierce competition is to improve the skills we all have that cannot be matched by technology - not yet anyway. These skills are frequently overlooked, undervalued, and underutilized. Nonetheless, they are the foundation of success. They are much more important to our careers than the job-related skills we add to our resumes and applying them in our personal relationships will help them thrive. Do you know what these skills are? Today, I will discuss the popular phrase used to describe these skills, and for the next few messages, I will define and unwrap the skills and share actionable tips to help you develop them, master them, and immediately apply them at work and at home, so be sure to keep checking in. For now…get yourself situated, grab a pen and pad, and prepare to take notes on the first of these skills. ------------------------------ Ella D. McGhee, EdD Web: https://www.achievingexcellencetoday.com IG: @achievingexcellencetoday

Passion is an art form. We are all born with it, but most of us lose touch with the passion we had as a child.  Most people struggle to discover what their passions are, and especially how to find them. We continually ask ourselves "What is it that I really enjoy doing?" The truth is that you already know the answer. It's deep down inside of you. It's just a matter of how to get to that answer. Let me help you pull it up from within, so you can share your passion with the world.  Go ahead and listen while exercising, walking, driving, cleaning, etc. - Just be prepared to rediscover your passion.   Ella   Music Elmore Heights by www.app.sessions.blue/browse/track/122441

Each stage of life is a precious gift that we must enjoy fully.  By the time you reach middle age, you have lived about half your life.  You must enjoy each stage of life, and that can only be done if you free your mind of concerns about past. Today's message is addressed to anyone who: has regrets about choices they have made in their lives currently exists in a situation they are unhappy with wants tips on what steps to take to avoid living with regrets Now is the time to start living without regrets. For additional resources, visit... http://www.achievingexcellencetoday.com/ https://www.amazon.com/s?k=ella+mcghee

Have you ever wanted to achieve greater things in life? Have you ever wanted to achieve your goals faster? Do you want to change your life? What if the solution was as simple as managing your own emotional energy? In today's episode, I talk about how to manage, protect, and control your emotional energy so that you can improve your personal relationships, physical and mental health, financial and/or job problems, and persevere with the improvements you've made. Yes, controlling emotional energy is a strong but frequently overlooked approach for making positive life changes.  Ella  For additional support...  Follow me on Instagram @achievingexcellencetoday  Visit me on the web http://www.achievingexcellencetoday.com Click here to find useful planners and journals

We've all wasted time and effort, spinning our wheels and making no progress.  We make decisions that lead to either a move forward toward our goals or a retreat back into our comfort zones. Some of those decisions are made consciously and some are made unconsciously. Some of them are made with the goal of achieving our goals, and others are made to avoid discomfort. Look no further than your own behavior to see the power of moving forward. In today's episode, you will learn ways to escape the common comfort zones that hold you back.  Listen while exercising, walking, jogging, riding, driving, or relaxing.  You will be glad you did. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Ella For additional support... Follow me on Instagram @achievingexcellencetoday Visit me on the web http://www.achievingexcellencetoday.com Find helpful journals and planners