As humans, we avoid ambiguity at all costs. Not having control on outcomes can cause us to feel uncomfortable and helpless. But not knowing about what’s in store for us is something we’ll face throughout our life and learning how to deal with these periods is crucial to our success and wellbeing. No matter how…
How to Evaluate Progress to Stay Motivated
To reach success you must have the right yardstick to give you a clear picture of where you stand. Using the right parameters will also help you stay motivated. Learn five different methods to evaluate your progress and stay on track with your goals. (Estimated reading time: 5-6 minutes) “Progress is the ultimate motivation.” —…
5 Things Original Thinkers Do Differently
Being original means putting your own unique spin on things by drawing from your personal experiences and ideas. But being truly original requires a lot more than coming up with a clever approach to an existing idea. You must be daring enough to go against what’s conventional. Learn how some of the most well-known original…
The Daily Rituals of Highly Productive People
A key characteristic of successful people is that they are highly productive – they tend to get more quality work done in a shorter span of time. While talent plays an important role in their success, their real power comes from creating a lifestyle that’s conducive to growth. Find out the daily rituals of highly…
When Good is Good Enough
For perfectionists, “good enough” is the enemy of excellence. This all-or-nothing thinking traps them in a state of dissatisfaction. Instead of living in a state of acceptance, they’re constantly chasing a moving target. At its root, it’s about fear. If you’re someone who is motivated to work to a high level, recognizing these five occasions…
How to Develop Habits that Lead to Success
Habits aren’t just tasks we perform -they shape our identity and how the world sees us. But not all habits are created equal. The right ones boost our productivity and efficiency while others lead to unfavorable results. We must become conscious of them and get behind the wheel. These five steps will help you develop…
Why Seeing From a Higher Perspective is Essential
To become a superior strategist in life, you have to develop a long-term approach. It takes a conscious effort on our part to avoid what we’re naturally prone to doing; limiting our senses to what is immediate. Instead of waiting to connect the dots later, we can give ourselves an expanded view in the now….
5 Simple Ways to Declutter Your Mind
We’re all prone to overthinking, especially in today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world. Thinking clearly is easy if you’re willing to build certain habits into your routine. Just like we need to clean out our closets and declutter our physical spaces, we need to declutter our minds on a regular basis. Learn five things you can do…
The Keys to Handling Criticism Well
No one likes being criticized, but learning how to accept criticism is an important skill. Having a toolbox of techniques and coping mechanisms can help us return to balance when we feel triggered and makes it easier to figure out when feedback is useful for us. Learn four steps to handling criticism well. (Estimated reading…
5 Things to Keep in Mind When Setting Your Priorities
Our priorities define our lives and how we spend our time. It’s not enough to have an intellectual understanding of your priorities. Translating those into everyday living is critical. When you choose priorities that are aligned with who you are and who you want to become, it’ll be easier to plan your day in ways…