Simple ways to become influential at work: Stanford expert
You don’t have to be a CEO, or even a manager, to be influential at the office. Getting your coworkers to listen to and support your ideas boils down to …
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Use self-doubt as an advantage
Everyone experiences self-doubt. Don’t let that keep you from making a big, risky career decision, says ex-BET Networks CEO Debra Lee. “Our difficulties don’t define us. Success and self-doubt aren’t …
Optimist Day 2024: Date, history, significance and all you need to know
Optimist Day: Every year on the first Thursday of February, people around the world celebrate Optimist Day. Each year, Optimist groups around the world volunteer their time and expertise to …
Why great listeners are often highly intelligent: Psychotherapist
Sometimes, the signs that someone is smart are easily recognizable. Other giveaways are more subtle. The top one: being a good listener, says New York-based psychotherapist and career coach Jenny …
5 ‘red flags’ you’re dealing with a narcissistic boss—they’re the ‘worst type,’ says career expert
Imagine walking into a job interview and feeling 100% ready. You’ve polished your resume and prepared good answers. But as an HR and career expert with 20 years of experience, …
Zoomcar brings on board Flipkart’s Adarsh Menon as president
Ford Motor-backed Zoomcar on Thursday announced the appointment of former Flipkart and Hindustan Lever senior executive Adarsh Menon as its president. This follows the car-sharing marketplace’s recent listing on the …
Female founders say it is an amazing time for women to be in business
In 2022, only 2.1% of venture capital investments in the U.S. went to businesses that are founded solely by women. But some say the gap may be closing. Maskot | …
Avoid telling your boss ‘I don’t know,’ says career coach—what to do instead
Nobody wants to look incompetent or unskilled in the workplace. Unfortunately, the words we use every day can make us do just that. There’s one common phrase experts say to …
CEOs’ best tips for seizing big opportunities, getting ahead
Getting ahead — in life and your career — isn’t always easy. Success often depends on your ability to spot a promising opportunity, and then summoning the courage to act …
Here’s the perfect response to ‘instantly’ shut down passive-aggressive behavior, says public speaking expert
Picture it: Your co-worker, who you normally get along with, avoided you at lunch, then grunted when you offered to grab him a coffee. He’s clearly annoyed at you, but won’t …