Change Your Life One Minute at a Time: The Power of One Page a Day
Is it really possible to change your life in just one minute? It sounds like one of those motivational exaggerations — but it isn’t. You…
Why We Find Fault So Easily — And How to Shift Toward Appreciation
I was recently watching a video series on professional development — the kind of thing I love. These were respected speakers sharing thoughtful ideas about…
Don’t Pass the Blame: How Taking Responsibility Strengthens Character
Recently, a colleague asked me to go to our new office to receive all the supplies being delivered over the next two days. I said…
Your Mindset Is Your Most Valuable Asset: How to Shape It for Happiness and Success
Take a moment to fill in these blanks: My life is ___. My job is ___.My family is ___. My friends are ___. Whatever words…
Why You Shouldn’t Expect Others to Live by Your Standards
The other day, I was at a restaurant and overheard two people talking about a colleague. One of them was frustrated — not because the…
How to Use Analogies to Make Complex Ideas Easy to Understand
Have you ever talked to someone who is incredibly smart, but the moment they start explaining what they do, you feel like you’ve accidentally walked…
Why You’re Luckier Than You Think: A Powerful Shift in Perspective
Do you ever feel unlucky? Like good things are happening to everyone else — the promotions, the dream trips, the new cars — while you’re…
The Power of Human Connection: What I Learned Inside a Maximum-Security Prison
A few years ago, a friend asked if I’d like to volunteer for a weekend at a super maximum-security prison in Northern California. I didn’t…
The 30-Second Email That Strengthens Workplace Relationships
How much do people like recognition? Short answer: a lot. People leave jobs every day, not because of workload or pay, but because they don’t…
Do We Really Need to “Lean In”? Why Original Language Makes You Stand Out
Lately, it feels like everyone says the same thing: “I really need to lean into that… “That’s something we should lean into…” Ever since Sheryl…