Get Out of Breath When Delivering a Talk or Presentation? Try This.

Get Out of Breath When Delivering a Talk or Presentation? Try This. by Michael Hoffman Ever notice how you get out of breath when speaking in front of a group? Many people turn to breathing exercises, but in the heat of the moment, these don’t always help. When nerves kick in, focusing on controlling […]
Why Great Leaders Never Shift Blame

Why Great Leaders Never Shift Blame by Michael Hoffman As leaders, it’s tempting to deflect responsibility when things go wrong, especially when the mistake isn’t directly your fault. However, effective leadership is about ownership. Today, a minute error was made by a teammate in my direct report’s team. Although the error was insignificant, the learning […]
List of new features and missing features in the “New” Outlook

List of new features and missing features in the “New” Outlook by Michael Hoffman As Microsoft rolls out its New Outlook, many users are considering making the switch, but not without hesitation. While the new version introduces a few modern enhancements, it also removes a substantial number of long-standing features, making it feel more like […]
Harnessing the Potential: Unveiling the Benefits of Setting Limits on Information Consumption

Unveiling the Benefits of Setting Limits on Information Consumption by Michael Hoffman In my latest blog post, “Unveiling the Benefits of Setting Limits on Information Consumption,” I debunked the myth of information overload and emphasized the significance of establishing boundaries for our intake. Today, I will delve deeper into the advantages of embracing these limits, […]
Is Swedish One of the Leanest Languages in the World?

Is Swedish One of the Leanest Languages in the World? by Michael Hoffman Swedish may not come to mind as the world’s most efficient language, but its clever use of prefixes and suffixes makes it surprisingly “Lean.” With just a single root word, speakers can create numerous variations that each carry specific meanings, allowing for […]