4 Tools to Achieve a More Positive Outlook & Outcome

4 Tools to Achieve a More Positive Outlook & Outcome

What if a more positive outlook could lead to better outcomes at work? What if we told you that the right mindset actually can lead to more career success? Indeed, you shouldn’t underestimate the power of the mind and how important thoughts can be in your job ascendance. We recently shared an interview with Chelsea Behrens all about how breakthrough …

10 Simple Ways to Improve Your Daily Commute

10 Simple Ways to Improve Your Daily Commute

How many of you have had to endure long, stressful commutes to and from work? Nearly all of us can relate, and most would agree that the daily commute can be a drag. However, there are ways to make it tolerable and even fun! Melissa Addey is an author, speaker, and Creative Writing PhD student at the University of Surrey. Her …

Constructive Criticism Difficult Employees

4 Steps to Deliver Constructive Criticism to Difficult Employees

Regardless of how incredible your colleagues are, you will, from time to time, need to deliver them some constructive criticism. How do you do so effectively without getting a defensive or negative reaction? It starts with understanding why an employee is difficult. Does she simply have a different communication or working style? Does he become defensive or angry when receiving …

How to Mitigate Conflict at Work so Everyone Wins: A 4-Step Process

How to Mitigate Conflict at Work so Everyone Wins: A 4-Step Process

Conflict is a natural part of two or more people working together. This means that you’re likely to run into your fair share of disagreements throughout your career. How to address these situations is the difference not just between good and bad relationships at work. It’s also the difference between a strong leader and a weak one. While conflict can …

Words are Power

Words Are Power: How to Wield Them Effectively

Like it or not, language matters. How you say things matters. If used incorrectly, language can cause others to judge you harshly. But, when used correctly, it can transform your life for the better. Words are power. How can you wield them effectively in the workplace? Here are some of our top tips. First and foremost, language is most powerful …

20 Firsts: Amazing Women Pioneers of the 21st Century

20 Firsts: Amazing Women Pioneers of the 21st Century

The future is female, and more and more lately, we’re seeing incredible women pioneers accomplishing great things. Women in work – across a wide range of fields – are earning recognition for their discoveries, advancements, talents, and commitments to excellence. From music to race car driving to chemistry to space travel to economics to politics, women are slaying every industry …

Business Etiquette 101

Here is the Business Etiquette Crash Course You Need

We’ve all been there: You just got your first job, and as your starting day approaches, you feel more and more nervous. You’re not just worried about knowing how to complete your tasks or find the restroom. What about all those professional mannerisms you’ve never had to master? How do you present yourself as a competent professional, even when you …