Break Any Bad Habit Using This Science-Backed Approach
It’s 3 p.m., and you’re knee-deep in an afternoon energy slump. You head towards the office kitchen to grab a glass of water where you’re encountered by a box of treats that seems to be calling your name. “Just one,” you swear. But that’s the third time you’ve given in to your sweet tooth this […]
How to Respond When A Co-Worker Takes Credit for Your Work
You’re sitting in a meeting and a co-worker takes credit for your work. Or maybe you stay late to finish a project, but your name is left off of the final presentation. Your boss grabs the limelight and accepts all the praise. Even if you work in a company that encourages collaboration, some people still […]
4 Surprising Ways Pessimism Is Good For You
A positive attitude is often touted as a secret ingredient to entrepreneurial success. And it’s true: your outlook can impact everything from your sales numbers to your mental health. But blind optimism can leave you ill-prepared for stressful situations. And as every entrepreneur knows, pressure is par for the course when running a business. A […]
How to Make Yourself Indispensable (In Business and Life)
Knowing the right people can skyrocket your career. Your network is your net worth, right? Yet the word networking itself makes people nervous. Add to that the expectation to somehow provide value in a way that creates a relationship based on like and trust. If you’re like most people, you’re probably not sure what “adding […]
5 Life-Changing Ways To Use Sensitivity As a Strength at Work
In a workplace that glorifies strength and power, highly sensitive people like you may falsely assume the ability to experience things more intensely is a weakness or personal failing. On the contrary, you might be surprised to know that recent workplace performance research confirms what psychologists have known for years: managers consistently rate people with […]
Here’s Exactly What to Say When Someone Asks to “Pick Your Brain”
When you’re an expert in any field, people may regularly ask to “pick your brain,” buy you lunch or some other form of asking for advice. For free, of course. If you feel conflicted at time like these, it makes perfect sense. Your schedule is packed, yet your instinct might still be to jump in […]
