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Bradley Saacks   

Oct 22 2024 16:58 IST

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'Am I delusional?': How to get honest answers according to the former CEO of Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and KFC

David Novak shares the dangers of becoming deluded as an executive and how asking for complete hone…

David Novak   

Jun 04 2024 14:06 IST

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I finally earned my dream job in the C-suite, but my relationships suffered

In this excerpt from Jennifer Romolini's book "Ambition Monster: A Memoir," she describes the ways …

Jennifer Romolini   

Jun 03 2024 13:36 IST

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When my husband was laid off, we tried to reassure our kids everything would be OK. Meanwhile, I wasn't so sure.

Our kids struggled to understand what it meant when we told them that my husband was laid off. We r…

Liz Alterman   

May 05 2024 11:33 IST

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Barbara Corcoran says all great entrepreneurs have imposter syndrome, and it's key to success

The "Shark Tank" investor explained why imposter syndrome and feelings of self-doubt can be helpful…

Sawdah Bhaimiya   

Jan 15 2024 16:11 IST

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Ending the 40-hour workweek is possible, but it'll require sacrifices from all of us

The 40-hour workweek is getting criticized for being outdated. But changes to the workplace don't o…

Dan DeFrancesco   

Nov 07 2023 15:18 IST

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Arnold Schwarzenegger said successful people see other people as 'resources' to help achieve their goals

76-year-old Arnold Schwarzenegger said successful people are like a "sponge" that "soak up" informa…

Sawdah Bhaimiya   

Oct 20 2023 13:49 IST

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5 research-backed practices to help you grow through times of struggle, according to an ex-Navy SEAL

An excerpt from Brent Gleeson's book, "Embrace the Suck: The Navy Seal Way to an Extraordinary Life…

Brent Gleeson   

May 16 2021 13:21 IST

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5 habits leaders should adopt to energize employees

Mark Gregory and Alex Lewis set out five habits CEOs should adopt to engage their employees in this…

Mark Gregory and Alex Lewis   

May 13 2021 15:49 IST

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It's not a Black woman's job to be less threatening in the workplace. This is how to boldly occupy space.

Business coach Joyce Johnson says the onus should not be on African American women to make their wh…

Joyce Johnson   

Feb 07 2021 15:17 IST

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Book excerpt: There are 0 consequences for those who ejaculate irresponsibly

In this adapted excerpt from her book, the author says men represent 85% of child-support providers…

Gabrielle Blair   

Oct 28 2022 19:03 IST

John Roa   

Oct 02 2020 14:00 IST

Ashley Whillans   

Oct 02 2020 14:00 IST

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7 things the ancient Stoics can teach you about becoming a strong, happy, and morally sound professional

In an exclusively adapted excerpt, Ryan Holiday shares how early Greek philosophers taught us every…

Ryan Holiday   

Sep 17 2020 15:57 IST

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If your company isn't consistent, you're setting yourself up for failure. Here's why it's the most reliable path to success.

An excerpt from Michael Canic's new book "Ruthless Consistency" explains why any strategic change r…

Michael Canic   

Sep 11 2020 13:55 IST

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Rather than look for a completely new job, use this approach by a former monk to rediscover passion and purpose in your current role

An excerpt from Jay Shetty's book applies ancient wisdom to everyday problems, and shows how to com…

Jay Shetty   

Sep 08 2020 13:49 IST

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Terri Cheney   

Sep 07 2020 13:19 IST

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I was one of the first female fighter helicopter pilots in the US Army. Here's the technique I used to stay motivated while waiting for an assignment.

Shannon Huffman Polson used the "Five Whys" method to stay connected to her core purpose while serv…

Shannon Huffman Polson   

Aug 31 2020 13:55 IST

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The rise and fall of the suburb: How a reflection of the American Dream turned 'bland' — and why the homes just kept getting bigger

When it comes to suburbia, nothing goes according to plan. "The Sprawl," a new book from Jason Diam…

Jason Diamond   

Aug 29 2020 14:00 IST

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Remember the word 'tomboy'? Here's how cultural forces and norms are finally helping us shed the outdated term

A new book examines the rise and fall of a "useless" way of describing athletic, adventurous women.

Lisa Selin Davis   

Aug 14 2020 16:30 IST