Earning what you’re worth isn’t just about working harder. It’s also about finding the right environment where your efforts are appreciated and compensated. As you imagine the possibilities for raising your net worth, try to think outside the box. Your next steps might surprise you! Choose Your Own Adventure Your career options aren’t necessarily limited […]
Are you tired of being broke?
Americans are drowning in debt, with more than 40 percent of people lacking savings. George Kamel’s plan has helped more than 10 million people with practical advice on buying cars and housing, establishing emergency funds, eliminating debt, and retiring. Are you next? You Need a Budget The good news about your personal finance is that […]
Think like a genius
Some of our toughest challenges originate from self-limiting beliefs: when we tell ourselves that we’re too damaged, have made too many mistakes, or that we’re not talented or wealthy enough. Changing those thoughts has the power to change reality. First and foremost, you need a different story. The New Narrative If you want to be […]
What stereotypes are costing you
Did you know you have a blind spot in each eye? It’s a small area where the optic nerve attaches to the retina. Your brain fills in the missing visual info so that you don’t notice the gap in your vision. As we go through our days, our brains use stereotypes in much the same […]
The case for combining work and life
Leadership is part of life, just like anything else. Executive coach Jerry Colonna says that the interplay between personal growth and good leadership is important for both spheres of life. Our latest Instaread looks at some of his top strategies for becoming a better person. Slow and Steady Personal and professional growth don’t always follow […]
The breast cancer myth
Women’s medical research has always been underfunded, which leaves a lot of room for misinformation and alt-health grifters. Estrogen treatments were considered the gold standard for treating menopause until a flawed study suggested that it raises the risk of breast cancer. Our latest Instaread examines the case for reinstating this wonder drug. Higher Quality of […]
Be more persuasive
Change is challenging. This can lead people to cling to the status quo even when making a move would be highly beneficial. Our latest Instaread examines how to remove barriers to change and be more convincing at work and at home. Highlight Losses When circumstances are dire, people tend to take action. But when conditions […]
The secret to everything
Consistency is the secret to anything and everything. It’s that simple. This advice applies to pretty much every area of life. Our brains crave familiarity, which makes it easy to repeat bad patterns. But the good news is it makes it easier to repeat good patterns, too. You Need a New Identity Instead of chasing […]
Stop worrying about money
You know those financial advisors who say that you should stop buying fancy coffees? Forget ’em. Giving up on your daily latte isn’t going to solve your money problems, but it might make you miserable. Money expert Jared Dillian has some better advice: start concentrating on major financial decisions and stop sweating the small stuff. […]
Transform your mindset
What stories are you telling yourself? What you believe about your past experience can shape your perceptions of what’s possible in the future. False narratives, fears, and a lack of purpose are the main barriers to action for most people. The Hard Reset By recognizing that most fears are not real, you can push past […]
