I recently finished a story I’d spent several months obsessing over. When I pitched the piece to my editor, I knew that I’d found a worthy subject, but I couldn…

A leading business author talks about the books that shaped his thinking and career.

Americans used to socialize more with their colleagues. Now, the office is more transactional.

The test, of course, offers nothing but downside. No extra credit, just points marked off. The test is the moment where you must conform to standards, to say what is expected of you. Perhaps a better question is, "Will this...

You cannot master a skill on your own. Finding your calling will not happen without the assistance of others. An accidental apprenticeship is your best shot.

Apple announced the iPhone 6S and 6S Plus today. And if you want one, Apple would like you to think that it's business as usual. You can preorder them starting September 12th, and they'll be...

John Cassidy on “Will College Pay Off?,” by Peter Cappelli, and the dwindling economic returns of a higher education.

Here is a new post from pediatric occupational therapist Angela Hanscom, author of a number of popular posts on this blog, including “Why so many kids can’t sit still in school today,” as well as “The right — and surprisingly wrong — ways to get kids to sit still in class” and “How schools ruined […]

On Networks, Connections, and Relationships

When I was little, my mother's inspiration for our school lunches usually revolved around chocolate chips and food coloring.

Massive hurricanes striking Miami or Houston. Earthquakes leveling Los Angeles or Seattle. Deadly epidemics. Meet the “maximums of maximums” that keep emergency planners up at night.

This spoof of a prescription drug commercial reminds us what's really important.

Apple Logic Pro editing tip

Brian Clark at Rainmaker interviews Dan Pink for Unemployable

Rehearse, but don’t obsess.

Are you good at math? A computer whiz? Well, great! Presumably your “hard skills” are a surefire ticket to a high-paying job. Well, maybe that used to be the ca…

Rule One: Take pleasure in it. It’s not just a safety net, it’s YOUR net. ¶ I’ve long been told that I “know everyone.”…

The best way to conquer fear is by coming face-to-face with what scares you the most.

The high cost of overwork.

"A lot of people are convinced that a lot of people should be paid a lot less, but I'm pretty sure everyone I've ever met thinks they should be paid a lot more. A lot of people are going to end up unhappy."     ~ My buddy Dan "Gig jobs" - the newest term for the employment of freelancers or independent contractors - are invoking a lot of discussion these days. Companies like Lyft, TaskRabbit, Upwork and many others are frequently criticized for providing services delivered by independent (or even unlicensed) contractors. Some journal

It’s true. Quiet types really can capture the corner office — if they do these simple things.

The other day I told you how I navigate WordPress drama. Now I'll let you know how I deal with high standards. It's all about who needs grace.

The Einstein Myth The story has become lore. Albert Einstein was a rebellious student who chafed against traditional schooling and earned bad grades.

You are probably a bit of a blamer - most of us are. But why should we give it up? In this witty sequel to our most watched RSA Short, inspirational thinker ...

A new Washington Post poll shows how the burden of tending to children is shaping careers.