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We crave meaning and purpose, yet obtaining them can feel beyond our control, like they're merely products of luck and circumstance. Fortunately, researchers who’ve studied the power of ritual have found they’re more in our control than we thin
At some point, we all get stuck. Maybe it’s in a job or career. Maybe it’s a relationship or business venture.Though it’s something we all experience, when it happens, we can feel alone and out of our depth. Emotions may overwhelm us. Mental
When we’re feeling stuck, it’s tempting to believe more thinking is the answer. We stew and we ponder, and then we double down on solutions we’ve tried before. It’s no wonder we start to feel like we just can’t figure it out.But what would ha
When we think of geeks, we tend to think of the people who built the tech we use – from our smartphones to search engines to AI. But if we just focus on the tech, we’re missing out on a lot. We’re overlooking how these same geeks reinvented
There’s more to being a workaholic than working long hours. Consider what motivates you to work more. Where you’re spending your energy. Think about the impact those longer hours have on family and friends. These are some of the distinctions
We associate the word epidemic with disease. Yet it’s a word we’re increasingly using to refer to a state of mind, namely, loneliness. Researchers have not only found a significant increase in people’s feelings of loneliness, but they’ve also l
One-on-one meetings are the cornerstone of manager-employee relationships. For managers, they’re an opportunity to teach, coach, and mentor. For employees, they’re a chance to grow and develop.But given how important these meetings are, how w
For many of us, the word addiction quickly conjures up images of drugs and alcohol. But we’re often slower to apply the term to compulsive, tech-induced behaviors like playing video games, checking social media, or shopping online.We prefer t
We go to the dentist, get our eyes checked, and get our cars inspected. These regularly scheduled health and safety audits let us know how we’re doing.But we rarely audit how we spend our time.Sure, most of us have a calendar. Yet few of us
I’ve spent a lot of time talking to guests about our relationships at work. For example, we’ve discussed how to listen better, how to navigate conflict, and how to influence others, just to name a few.What I’ve spent less time talking about a
In the U.S., we have laws and policies in place to prevent discrimination of Black workers. In addition, we have leaders who make public pledges in support of diversity goals. Yet the data continue to show that Black employees are less likely t
A well-crafted story can fuel connection. It can inspire trust and entertain. Better still, it can have a ripple effect.Yet most of us avoid telling stories. Instead, we stick to the facts and emphasize the data. Now, even if we believe this
We’re often put on the spot to say something of value. And when it happens, it can catch us off guard.For example, you log in early to a conference call and need to make small talk with high status colleagues. Or you find out in a meeting tha
Most of us are on a performance treadmill. We show up. We execute. Then tomorrow we do it all over again.But this relentless focus on execution leaves little time for learning. As a result, our skills stagnate, and we accomplish less. Soon we
We live and work in a digital world where getting interrupted by communication tools is the norm. That means we shift our attention at least every 47 seconds. Then it takes us about 30 minutes to get back on task. At the same time, we continual
As humans, we have certain default settings that help us navigate the world. Yet those same default settings make us vulnerable to fraud and deception.For example, our ability to focus helps us concentrate on what’s right in front of us. But
We’re often told that saying yes to everything will be the key to our success. It’ll strengthen our relationships, enhance our reputation, and help us achieve our goals.But what if the reverse were true? What if learning how to say no is the
Aiming for perfection seems like a noble goal. It’s like we’re holding ourselves to a higher standard or standing out from the crowd.But striving for perfection means working toward the impossible. And the cost to our mental and physical heal
For many, work is the centerpiece of our lives. It’s not only a source of status and fulfillment, but also central to our identity.But what do we miss out on when hold these expectations of our work? What does it cost us?That’s the question
Winning athletes and coaches have a lot to teach us. They’re asked to perform at the highest level, day in and day out, and they face enormous pressure to succeed.Faced with these expectations, the most successful ones must continually elevat
There’s a lot to be said for the excitement we feel when we first set a goal for ourselves. The sense of exhilaration can give us the momentum we need to get started.But when the exhilaration wears off – and it usually does – we’re faced with
Coming up with good ideas is hard. But it’s not because we’re not creative or smart enough. It’s likely we just haven’t learned how.Fortunately, Sheena Iyengar, Professor at Columbia Business School, has written a playbook that answers the qu
Ambition is complicated. Yet the messages we receive from an early age are simple: “Winners never quit.” “Reach for the stars.” “Follow your dreams.”But like most simple messages, reality often paints a very different picture. Long hours that
We’ve all had the experience of working toward goals today that would benefit us in the future. Goals like exercising more, losing weight, or saving for retirement.Yet when faced with early-morning alarms or tempting desserts, we may lose sig
At some point, we all get stuck. Maybe it’s in a job or career. Maybe it’s a relationship or business venture.Though it’s something we all experience, when it happens, we can feel alone and out of our depth. Emotions may overwhelm us. Mental
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