Investing can help us thrive. Today, however, investing can go beyond just the monetary aspect. Institutions, investors and governments alike are recognizing the need to take greater accountability for their role in the health and sustainability of the planet. This is where ESG factors come into play. What exactly is ESG investing? It is an…
Imagine you’re giving a presentation to your team and you think everything’s going well, only to look up and find side conversations happening and people staring off into space or looking completely overwhelmed. Leadership communication can be tricky, especially when everyone processes information differently. That’s where the DISC assessment comes in—it’s a personal development tool…
Fred Smith, the founder of FedEx, died on June 21 at age 80. The revolutionary businessman, who built one of America’s largest cargo and commerce networks, leaves behind a legacy of genius in turning bold ideas into reality. 1. Original thinking starts with you—trust your gut Before FedEx was a global brand, it was a…
You had a picture in your mind… the version of yourself you thought you’d be by now, the one who had it all figured out. Maybe she wore heels to meetings, or maybe they were married with a white fence and three kids. Maybe he was fit, focused, and wildly successful. Or maybe they were…
We all want to do better at work—and in life, really. But traditional professional development courses can be soul-sucking and aren’t the only way to improve. Sometimes we have to take matters into our own hands when it comes to upping our efficiency, streamlining our workflow or integrating tech tools. We reached out to other…
Does emotional availability feel like a distant concept out of your reach? You’re not alone. Navigating our feelings and expressing them openly can be daunting. Yet, it is essential for forging deeper relationships and enjoying emotional health. Let’s unveil 17 practical strategies to enhance your emotional receptiveness and tear down the walls of fear and…
When it comes to fitness and health, what if all this time we should have been focusing on what we could gain rather than what we should lose? Physician, podcaster, public speaker and social media influencer Dr. Gabrielle Lyon contends that Americans and health experts have been getting it wrong for decades. Now, she’s on…
Have you ever held a grudge against someone? Have others held one against you? If so, then you know that resentment can weigh pretty heavily on you, like a shadow that looms over your heart and mind. Resentment can sprout from a range of situations: misunderstandings hurtful comments childhood trauma perceived injustices deep-seated grievances While…
Women entrepreneurs are on the rise, leading startups that innovate across tech, wellness, education, social impact sectors and more. According to female entrepreneurship statistics at the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor, women’s startup activity rates rose from an average of 6.1% between 2001 and 2005 to 10.4% from 2021 to 2023. Wells Fargo’s 2024 Impact of Women-Owned…
Your good intentions and deeds matter. Keep putting out goodness into the world, and support will come. People all over the world are willing to get behind ideas that make a positive difference. Bring more kindness into your day-to-day interactions. Express appreciation freely. The smallest gestures often leave the deepest impact. “The greatness of a…
