“UGH I can’t stand it when she does that.” “Why doesn’t my dad just get it?” “I definitely can’t tell them THAT. They’ll freak out.” For 10 years, I taught junior high and high school. And for 10 years, I heard these phrases, and others, daily at class change, and overheard stories kids would tell…
Just a day after confirming OpenAI’s involvement in a colossal $500 billion AI data center project in the United Arab Emirates, CEO Sam Altman has unveiled a bold new vision for how humans might interact with technology. In a message to internal staff, Altman discussed early development plans for a personal AI device in collaboration…
To this day, the symbol of one of my proudest accomplishments is a changing table on my college campus. It’s nothing special really. Just a standard plastic thing attached to a wall. Perfectly forgettable in every way—unless you’re one of those people who needs to change a baby. This wasn’t exactly my top concern as…
Managing mental health in the workplace isn’t just a trend or a checkbox. It’s a real, human issue affecting every business level. When employees are struggling mentally or emotionally, it shows. Productivity dips, communication stalls and morale crumbles. On a positive note, when people feel supported and seen, they typically thrive—and so does the company….
Born from Civil War grief, Memorial Day evolved from simple grave decoration to a national day of remembrance. Each late May, Americans honor those who never returned home—whether at cemetery grounds, community gatherings, or in moments of quiet reflection. Beyond barbecues and sales that now mark the weekend, the day asks something profound of us:…
High achievers make things happen, take action and meet goals. Making sacrifices to ensure ventures succeed is common among those who want to move the needle and make a difference. Yet mental health isn’t a sacrifice worth making. It’s crucial that high achievers don’t let their commitment to their work get in the way of…
If you’re like most people, you do more hustling here and there than you truly want. However, living in a fast-paced world where hustling is just a part of everyday life can be downright draining. Rush-hour traffic, endless errands, and workloads that seem never-ending can leave you feeling quite exhausted. And let’s not forget about…
The way we retire has changed over the generations. Previously, you’d work for 40 years and retire with a pension, which guaranteed you an income for the rest of your life. Your employer took on the responsibility of your retirement funds as one of the perks of decades of loyalty. While pensions still exist in…
Truly transformative leaders are shaped, not born. Because of this, the SUCCESS Leadership Lab was created to help leaders take an active role in developing their skills. Check out these eight Leadership Lab speakers and the books they’ve written to learn how you can shape yourself into a better leader, too. 1. Rich Diviney As…
Musicians are deeply creative individuals, using songs, lyrics and even their stage presence to express their imagination, emotions and ideas. But finding and connecting with listeners, organizing a tour and developing a brand—all of which are required for a musician’s career growth and success—require a skill set that is more typically aligned with those in…
