The Secret To Building Self-Confidence is the Opposite of What You’ve Been Told
What would you guess people are most stressed out about in their careers? One might assume that hating your job or dealing with the frustration of finding a new one, would top the list. But according to the results of an annual survey that I send several thousand readers of my email newsletter, the most common […]
Stressed? Try This 1 Minute Self-Care Practice To Regain Control
The average person makes about 35,000 decisions every day—from choosing an outfit to deciding which seat to take at a meeting. In fact, we make 200 judgments each day about food alone. But research shows that all that decision making can be mentally and physically draining. Although the idea of willpower as a finite resource is now contested in the field […]
10 Warning Signs You’ve Become a ‘Work Martyr’
Today being “crazy busy” is a way of life. Americans are taking less vacation time than ever before not only to show dedication, but also to simply keep up with the demands they face. This pressure to stay competitive combined with the 24/7, always-on reality has contributed to a well-documented rise in burn out. In fact, nearly 40% of employees say […]
Feel Like A Fraud? 9 Signs of Imposter Syndrome
Many high-achievers share a dirty little secret: deep down they feel like complete frauds. They worry that they’ll be exposed as untalented fakers and say their accomplishments have been due to luck. This psychological phenomenon, known as Imposter Syndrome, reflects is the core belief that you are an inadequate, incompetent, and a failure – despite evidence that indicates you’re skilled […]
Boost the Odds of Achieving Your Goals With This 1 Simple Shift
The New Year is right around the corner and with year-end planning underway, you’re probably mapping out what you want to accomplish in the next 12 months ahead. Whether you’re resolving to leave your dead-end job, speak up more in meetings or finally get started on the side projects you’ve been putting off, there’s one indisputable truth that’s impossible […]
Perfectionists: Get Yourself an Emotional Contingency Plan
Any creative person knows that pursuing meaningful work also means climbing aboard an emotional rollercoaster. One moment, you’re on top of the world, stepping out onto a stage, or hitting “publish” on a post. Then a disappointing email or a critical comment about your work sends you plunging into despair. As a perfectionist with an […]
