How to Craft a Career You’ll Love
Most people assume that if they dislike their jobs their only options are to leave and find a “better” opportunity within their field, or to change careers entirely. But there’s a thread of academic research around a third option called job crafting – the practice of making the most of the job you have. Pioneered by […]
5 Reasons Why the Goal You Just Set will Probably Fail
It’s easy to set goals. Reaching them is difficult. That’s because people often misunderstand the process of goal-setting and how to change for the better. As a human behavior professor, I see people inadvertently set themselves up to fail. Here’s is what other human behavior experts won’t tell you about achieving goals: Trying to Motivate Yourself Usually Doesn’t Work. Motivation is fickle. It ebbs and flows with […]
5 Fundamental Things Leaders Can Do to Combat Imposter Syndrome
One of the main barriers preventing leaders from reaching their full potential isn’t missing the right skill set. Nor is it experience or training. The biggest roadblock? It’s a lack of self-confidence and its cousin, Imposter Syndrome. Let’s look at George. He’s a high-achieving new manager at a technology company. George graduated at the top […]
How to Tell if You are Suffering From Burnout
You’re working hard and hustling to build a career you love. But you’re also tired, stressed, and feeling cynical about the future. Could you be burned out? Burnout refers to a collection of different physical, emotional, and mental reactions that occur in response to prolonged stress and overworking. Surprisingly, experts can’t agree on exactly how to define burnout, but […]
How to Curb Your Desire to Control Everything
What do perfectionism, chronic busyness, and a refusal to delegate have in common? They’re all counter-productive habits driven by an underlying need for control. Having high expectations and knowing what you want can be a great thing. However, if taken too far, it can leave you feeling constantly disappointed. Trying to control everything all the time is not only impossible, […]
4 Ways to Liberate Yourself from Toxic People
It’s tiring to be around someone who complains, thrives on drama, or is always high-strung and rushing around. After spending time with this person, you may feel drained, edgy, or fatigued for hours-even days. Why? Well, science shows that stress, just like the flu or yawning, is contagious. Mirror neurons in the brain give us the capacity to understand […]
