How to build emotional endurance, resilience

Being recognized as a resilient person feels great. Weathering the tough moments that build resilience is less glamorous. Developing emotional endurance, or the ability to withstand stress or discomfort without letting negative emotions overtake you, can help that process feel less grueling and more like an opportunity to learn and grow, Columbia University-trained psychologist Becky […]

How to launch a successful business with zero money

Before launching the computer software company that made him a millionaire, renowned investor Mark Cuban thought a different business idea would be his runaway hit. At age 24, prior to creating his software startup MicroSolutions, Cuban decided to sell powdered milk as a recent college graduate eager to strike out on his own. He had […]

The right way to respond to a compliment in 3 simple steps

Has anyone ever told you, “Great job!” or “That was impressive!” — only for you to respond with, “I got lucky,” or “It was nothing!” If you’re downplaying your accomplishments at work, you’re potentially sabotaging your career. Outside the office, you might be undermining your relationships. As the CEO of Soulcast Media and a global […]

I published my first book at 38—how I changed careers to do it

Once upon a time, before I ever gave any serious thought to becoming an author, I was a recruiter. Then I was an HR manager, resume writer, career advice columnist, and career coach. For the most part, I really enjoyed it. Helping others find jobs they love, or at least like, is incredibly rewarding. But […]

How I’d use AI to do my job better, if I were a student today

If Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang were a student again, he’d take advantage of generative AI to have a successful career. “The first thing I would do is to learn AI,” Huang said in a January episode of the “Huge Conversations” show with Cleo Abram, mentioning tools like ChatGPT, Gemini Pro and Grok.  “Learning how to […]

How to manage ‘accidentally’ becoming important at work, expert says

Perhaps you, like the many U.S. employees who’ve posted viral memes and videos over the past couple years, accidentally became important at work. Maybe you offered help to a coworker one too many times, or agreed to stay late at the office to work on a project. Now, your favors have turned into unwanted expectations, […]

How To Play The Political Game At Work—Without Selling Out

Building connections and aligning with leadership priorities are essential steps to advance your … [+] career. getty We’ve all heard it before: If you work hard enough, success will follow. But here’s the reality—hard work is just the entry ticket. It gets you in the game but rarely wins it. Career advancement is just as […]

How to be a better boss and build ‘so much motivation’ in seconds

Bosses can make all kinds of gestures to show employees that they care: from offering raises and in-office childcare to providing free gym memberships or branded merchandise, like hoodies and water bottles. But a show of appreciation doesn’t have to be big, expensive or extravagant to have a meaningful effect, says leadership consultant and resilience […]