Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra: How to Update a Timeless Charm

How does a jewellery house update an iconic collection that’s fundamental to its bottom line? In the case of Van Cleef & Arpels and the juggernaut Alhambra fine jewellery line, you lean into subtle transformations. This month, the French jeweler is adding new convertible pieces that can be worn multiple ways. The first is a […]

How to Get Ahead in Fashion’s Stagnant Job Market

A few days ago, Paula Reid, an executive coach and president of the talent search firm Reid & Co., asked a top retail executive whether he was happy in his current role. His response: “This feels like a safe place to hide out during this moment of uncertainty,” Reid recalled. For Reid, his comment spoke […]

Don’t try to be cool at work—how to gain influence instead, expert says

If you want to stand out at work, stop worrying about acting cool in front of your colleagues, says workplace expert Henna Pryor. Instead of trying to manage other people’s perceptions of you, focus on building “credibility and connections,” and adding value to your workplace — whether that’s taking notes in a meeting or helping […]

Stop saying ‘um’—here’s how to sound more ‘eloquent and decisive’

As a communication coach with over 20 years of experience, and the CEO of a communications training firm, there are few words I dread hearing more than “um.” It’s a useless sound, and if used too frequently, it can adversely affect how people see you. In fact, research shows that when fast talkers produce a […]

How to navigate tough conversations at work

If you want to advance in your career, you’ll need to have uncomfortable conversations in the office, says workplace expert Henna Pryor. Skillfully navigating tense or awkward interactions, from asserting opinions to asking your boss for a raise, can benefit your career, Pryor says. Part of the challenge is knowing where and how to have […]