We all love a good origin myth. A child pianist prodigy. An app empire built on an A-student. A sports phenom in high school who ends up an Olympic gold medalist. But organizational psychologist and Wharton business school professor Adam…
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Psychologist Reveals 2,000-Year-Old Chinese Secret That Makes Success ‘Almost Effortless’ for Anyone
In a hustle and burnout badge culture, we’ve all learned that the formula that “how to be more successful” question is to push harder, work longer, and do more. What if the secret to being more successful is the opposite?…
Don’t worry if you’re worrying about being made obsolete. Your job isn’t being automated tomorrow by artificial intelligence. However, a new future of work is being re-shaped faster than most of us can search for “Is ChatGPT replacing me?”. You’re…
The cornerstone of a thriving workplace is the relationship between managers and employees. At the heart of this relationship lies effective communication, and one-on-one meetings are the perfect venue for fostering it. These regular check-ins offer a unique opportunity to…
Let’s be honest – being book-smart isn’t enough these days. Only about 36% of people have solid emotional intelligence (EQ) skills needed to truly excel. If you want to level up your career and relationships, developing your EQ is a…
There are so many self-help books that promise to change your life. But after reading through a couple, you start to get the feeling that it’s not really saying anything or going anywhere. Trust me, I’ve been there. This is…
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines assertiveness as “disposed to or characterized by bold or confident statements and behavior.” In other words, an assertive person can express their thoughts, feelings, and needs openly and honestly. More than that, they also respect the rights and…
Quick fact: Workers with confidence earn 2x more than workers with low self-esteem. What’s more, confident workers get more job and position opportunities. But what does confidence at work look like? I’m here to give you 15 examples of confidence…
Meeting expectations at work is crucial when it comes to keeping your job. As a team player, you could disappoint your boss and your coworkers if you don’t. However, exceeding expectations is something entirely different. Exceeding expectations is going above…
Having the ability to work independently is a crucial part of any job. Whether you are an entrepreneur, freelancer, or a remote worker, understanding how to better hone your skills in order to become more independent and efficient can help establish success for yourself and build confidence…