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6 ways to give that aren’t about money

Good news: You can be a generous person without writing a bunch of checks. In fact, many of the most awe-inspiring and effective examples of generosity are gifts of time and energy, talent and love, custom-fitted to a specific need. This type of giving is open to everyone. Many of the most awe-inspiring […]

3 strategies for effective leadership, from a former astronaut

What does leadership look like? While there are various approaches to leading a team, many of us land on common questions in the search for an effective leadership style: How can I be there for my team? Do I need to command respect, or earn it? And the most crucial question of all: […]

A smart way to handle anxiety — courtesy of soccer great Lionel Messi

Being incredibly talented doesn’t immunize you against anxiety, but Lionel Messi has mastered a coping mechanism that’s also a tactical weapon, says social psychologist Adam Alter PhD.

Feeling unseen by your boss? Here’s what you can do 

How can you get a distracted manager to notice you and all that you do? Leadership coaches and podcast hosts Frances Frei and Anne Morriss share some actionable advice.

Let’s stop calling them “soft skills” — and call them “real skills” instead

What separates thriving organizations from struggling ones? Author and thinker Seth Godin explains that it’s all about soft skills.

There’s a know-it-all at every job — here’s how to deal

Most of us have worked with a know-it-all, someone who always thinks they’re right and hogs meetings. Conflict expert Amy Gallo explains how to make interactions with them less annoying and less damaging.

The 7 types of people you need in your life to be resilient

For most of us, a major cause of overwhelm at work is the small stuff, or what authors Rob Cross PhD and Karen Dillon call “microstresses.” Good news: Your relationships can actually help you stand up to them — here’s how.