By Travis Bradberry – theLadders Despite West Point Military Academy’s rigorous selection process, one in five students drop out by graduation day. A sizeable number leave the summer before freshman year, when cadets go through a rigorous program called “Beast.” Beast consists of extreme physical, mental, and social challenges that are designed to test candidates’… read more
“be Better” Tips for Everyone
Five Ways To Have More Fun At Work
By Christine Comaford – Forbes How much fun are you having at work? Our brains need passion, play, and release at work. They’re essential to keeping us emotionally connected and engaged, to feel part of the tribe, to blow off steam and to create experiences. Here are five ways to have more fun at work…. read more
Brave Leadership: Seven Hallmarks Of Truly Courageous Leaders
By Margie Warrell – Forbes A robotic revolution, looming trade wars, random gun violence, chemical warfare… little wonder so many people are feeling anxious. Little wonder also that ‘VUCA’ – a term standing for volatile, uncertain, complex and ambitious – has become such a trendy managerial acronym. We live in anxious and uncertain times. The… read more
How-To: Stay Motivated
By Sam Boykin – Lifescapes You undoubtedly had the best intentions. But now that New Year’s Day is in the rearview mirror, your resolutions may have fallen by the wayside. You’re not alone. Among the people in the U.S. who make annual resolutions, only an estimated 9.2% achieve their goals. If you feel guilty, don’t…. read more
What Professional Resume Writers Say About BETTER Resume Content
By: Heather Kaiser, Certified Professional Resume Writer Oh no! I need to update my resume! We’ve all been there – sitting at your desk, having a normal work day and then you hear a whisper or two. You hear “layoffs, downsizing, new management” and panic sets in quickly. You’ve been at your job… read more
New Job? 9 Ways To Advance From Day One
By Gary Burnison – Forbes Congratulations, you have a new job. Now, it’s time to start thinking about the next one. No, you’re not looking to jump to a new job right away. But the best way to get your next position is by distinguishing yourself in your brand-new job. For one thing, it’s always… read more
6 Keys To Interacting With Opposite Sex Coworkers In The #MeToo Era
By Kim Elsesser – Forbes It has been about six months since the sexual harassment allegations against Harvey Weinstein surfaced and launched the #MeToo movement. Although there were hopes that #MeToo would bring about real change in the workplace, after six months we have little to show for it. In fact, new research out this… read more
Four Ways To Protect Your Career From The Next Economic Downturn
By Mark Hall – Forbes “The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.” — John F. Kennedy When you consider the market’s reaction to recent economic indicators, the U.S. economy looks favorable for the foreseeable future. Congress passed what some consider significant tax reform, private sector job additions are up, and… read more
Master these 7 grammar tips if you want to sound smarter
By Kelly Laffey – theLadders As the executive editor of Avenue Magazine, a luxury lifestyle publication based in New York City, I see the importance of proper grammar every day. But you don’t have to work in publishing to realize the necessity of good writing. Misplaced commas, an incorrect spelling, or a missing hyphen can… read more
40 Questions To Ask A Mentor
By Jo Miller – Forbes Imagine you approached someone you admired, and boldly asked that person to mentor you. And the answer was “Yes!” But a year into the relationship, those monthly mentoring sessions might not invigorate you like they used to, and aren’t quite as energizing for the mentor, either. Have conversations with your… read more