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OPINION: Why narcissistic political leaders are also paranoid

Robert Labayen
Posted at Aug 12 11:42 PM

Odd behavior is indeed a common thing with narcissists. Read more »

OPINION: How not to be fooled by grandstanders we watch on TV

Robert Labayen
Posted at Aug 05 10:50 PM

They know they have five minutes to influence your mind. They hope that before you switch the channel, they have sold you their "truth", or have earned your vote. Read more »

What marketers need to know about love

Robert Labayen
Posted at Jul 07 03:38 PM

A stronger emotional connection can be created when we put hard-sell aside from time to time.  Read more »

OPINION: How dictators stayed in power while ruining the economy

Robert Labayen
Posted at Jun 23 01:35 AM

We have seen throughout history that in many parts of the world, in autocracies or in "democracies", there are people who can get carried away by power. It is obvious, what the world needs is not a better polity but better people to lead and be led. Read more »

Why the lockdown may cause anxiety or depression, and how to feel better

Robert Labayen
Updated as of Apr 14 05:00 PM

Although many people swear they hate crowds, deep down we long for the herd. We are social animals, creatures who cannot live alone. Read more »

Understanding people in pain and sorrow

Robert Labayen
Posted at Oct 21 05:54 AM

Even with the best intentions, we often say the wrong things to people in pain. Read more »

The life-changing power of kindness

Robert Labayen
Posted at Oct 07 06:53 PM

Is man born good or are we naturally evil? Read more »

Lessons from a 'superwoman' who nearly died

Robert Labayen
Posted at Sep 27 12:37 PM

Life can end all of a sudden. We can be grateful for every day that ends and every day that begins. Read more »

Japan's pet-friendly firms enjoying unexpected benefits

Kyodo News
Posted at Aug 21 02:54 PM

Companies in Japan that allow employees to bring their pets to the workplace are drawing attention and even enjoying unexpected benefits. Read more »

Why we should live extraordinary lives

Robert Labayen
Posted at Aug 13 09:46 PM

As young people say, YOLO. Read more »

Why we really need to count our blessings

Robert Labayen
Updated as of Jul 22 12:18 PM

Some of us may not have a family, or healthy lungs and limbs or a steady job. But all of us have many other things, more than what we can name within a whole day. Read more »

How gratitude makes us happy

Robert Labayen
Posted at Jul 15 09:20 PM

Gratitude makes us focus on what we have instead of what we lack. Read more »

Manila up 29 spots on most expensive city list as rent in Makati, BGC rises

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Jun 26 05:18 PM

Metro Manila has moved up the list of the most expensive cities for expatriate workers, according to a company that tracks individual cost of living globally. Read more »

BLOG: Connecting emotionally with customers and employees

Claire Bosq-Scott
Posted at Jun 05 12:46 PM

Simple steps such as using your customer's name or shaking your employee's hand will go a long way to making them feel valued. Read more »

OPINION: Why change is hard

Robert Labayen -- ExecuTips
Posted at Mar 05 08:22 PM

The mind follows the path of least resistance. Read more »

Police raid hiring agency for allegedly using popular brand names to bait victims

Maan Macapagal, ABS-CBN News
Posted at Feb 05 05:28 PM

MANILA - Police raided Monday a hiring company that allegedly lured applicants by offering fake jobs to known clothing stores and coffee shops and then asking for a fee.  Read more »

OPINION: Why you will regret making enemies in the office

Robert Labayen -- ExecuTips
Posted at Oct 22 10:18 PM

We don’t know where life will take us. But wherever we find ourselves next, it will be great to find friends instead of adversaries. Read more »

15,000 health workers, 'delikado' dahil sa bawas sa DOH budget

ABS-CBN News
Updated as of Jan 06 04:08 PM

Tinapyasan ng Department of Budget and Management ang panukalang pondo ng Department of Health para sa susunod na taon. Kasama sa maaaring maapektuhan ang mga pampublikong health worker. Read more »

OPINION: Why it's useless to argue

Robert Labayen -- ExecuTips
Posted at Sep 12 05:16 PM

Possibly the most useless argument to have is one with an angry person. Read more »

OPINION: What's so much better than positive thinking?

Robert Labayen -- ExecuTips
Posted at Jul 30 05:06 PM

We’ve been told that positive thinking creates miracles. But wait, there’s more! Read more »