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The words that transformed the lives of women leaders

Life isn't linear. Stuck in a rut or not sure what to do next? It's time to get wobbly.

What is self-efficacy and the three most important takeaways to succeed with challenging goals

July 2023If you collected lists of techniques for doing great work in a lot of different fields, what would the intersection look like? I decided to find out by making it.Partly my goal was to create…

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Three important criteria for picking a side project are longevity, the monetization sweet spot, and the scope.

Research suggests that we need to overcome some emotional and cognitive barriers if we’re to learn from our defeats—but it can be done.

From career choices to new purchases, use René Girard’s mimetic theory to resist the herd and forge your own path in life

In her new book, Hidden Genius, Polina Pompliano discusses the simple, actionable habits that have helped some of the most recognizable people in the world ...

It’s overrated—both financially and emotionally

Take stock of the past year and lay the groundwork for the year to come with these deep-diving question prompts. We assembled a self-reflection guide from experts like Sam Corcos, Annie Duke, Anne…

I was out of the workforce for 10 years — and now I make 6 figures. Here’s how I did it in just 10 months.Up Next ► How to Solve a Housing Crisis https://www...

Networking expert Robbie Samuels explains why adapting the attitude of a croissant is more likely to create meaningful job connections — and shares ways to make networking feel more natural.

Optimism, obsession, self-belief, raw horsepower and personal connections are how things get started. Cohesive teams, the right combination of calmness and urgency, and unreasonable commitment are...

A struggling actor turned on-set intimacy coordinator. A CEO who quit to fight climate change as a consultant and politician. An Army sergeant who became a painter, an accountant who became a small…

Unexpected change like an accident, an illness or a relationship that suddenly ends is inevitable -- and disorienting. With a heartfelt and optimistic take on life's curveballs, cognitive scientist…

Chris Voss is the Founder and CEO of the Black Swan Group Ltd. He has used his many years of experience in international crisis and high stakes negotiations ...

Life is filled with milestones. Don't mistake them for the finish line.

The path to mastery is long, winding and hugely fulfilling. Use this map to navigate and overcome any bumps along the way

Are you struggling to get customers for your business? Think about your personal brand and if that may be the problem. What is personal branding? It’s a way to market yourself to build name…

Here’s an important distinction to make in life. Some people are intelligent but don’t have a lick of smarts. Their ability to succeed in the world might surprise you on the downside. Others lack…

By all accounts, Philipp Meyer is a talented writer. He has won the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and been a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. His novels have been compared to the pantheon of Faulkner,…

All hail the jobless employed.

“Until we know we are wrong, being wrong feels exactly like being right.” – David McRaney “I’m just a collection of mirrors, reflecting what everyone else expects of me.” – Rollo May “Basically, when…

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