The pandemic has been going on for over a year. But at least in the United States, the growing prevalence of vaccines has been a game changer. In addition to the vaccine drive, the federal government has focused on stimulus and putting money in the hands of citizens. This has created a new wave of […]

One of the most important things you can do as a leader is build a positive work culture. Media often shows us pictures and representation of super talented employees or determined bosses. Having skilled team members and good leadership is a big part of success. But the largest ingredient is often creating a work culture […]

Are you looking to be an agent for positive change in your community? In your company? You can do that if you have something that you believe in and want to help other people. Being an agent for change isn’t easy. It is about being a true leader. Encouraging and empowering others to find their […]

When you think of the personality traits that are desired in a leader, you rarely hear curiosity. You might hear strength, persistence, vision, or drive. But curiosity is something that you don’t often hear. That is a shame, because curiosity is absolutely critical to leadership. And it is important for a number of important careers, […]

Whenever you watch a movie or a television show, you see a leader who doesn’t need help from anyone else. These unrealistic narratives can actually create problems for people in the real world. That is because in reality, having multiple perspectives to consider is a strength, not a weakness. People who only view a single […]

In today’s era of 24/7 news cycles and digital media, it can be tempting to stop reading. Sometimes you don’t even realize it. You consume so much television and digital smartphone apps that reading books just kind of falls by the wayside. But it is important to make sure that you don’t start letting dust […]

Should you trust your gut? That is a difficult question for many of us. We can all think of a time when trusting our instinct was right. But we can also think of a time when trusting our instinct got us into a lot of trouble. It can be difficult to differentiate between a decision […]

We’re often taught that we need to work through burnout, and that working until exhaustion is admirable. We see this portrayed in movies, music, business, athletics, academia, and in other avenues of American culture. However, the science is clear: working yourself until exhaustion is bad for your body. And when you are extremely tired, you […]

The pandemic has been a difficult time for everyone. It has been incredibly stressful and disruptive for even the most calm and resourceful among us. So how can we find peace in chaotic times? How can you find inner calm even when it seems like a storm is raging around you? The answer is relatively […]