Inspirational

When planning a vacation, some people are content to sit on the beach for a week, while others want to give back to the communities they visit. Combining volunteer work with a vacation, sometimes called “voluntourism,” is growing in popularity, expected to increase 6.1% between 2024 and 2030.  “Dedicating time to making a positive difference […]

Startups usually get attention when they raise significant capital—but the soft skills side of startup culture deserves more attention. After all, leadership, self-discipline and determination are also essential for growth.  Amazon CEO Andy Jassy understands the value of preserving a startup culture, even within a multi-trillion-dollar organization, and expressed its importance in his latest Amazon

Humans are hard-wired for connection—we want to belong to something greater than ourselves. And for many people, that “greater something” is the workplace, says Beth Kaplan, author of Braving the Workplace: Belonging at the Breaking Point. With new work structures established in the 20th century, including the 40-hour work week, minimum wage requirements, and the

On Thursday, Business Insider revealed plans to reduce its total workforce by 21%, citing a new editorial direction and an increased focus on artificial intelligence. Business Insider restructures to prioritize high-performing content CEO Barbara Peng explained in an internal message to employees this week that the restructuring will “touch every department” and aims to prioritize

Take a moment to consider the perks that accompany hard work. Beyond a successful outcome, hard work provides advantages like intellectual stimulation and a strong sense of purpose. There are numerous benefits to putting in your best effort and pursuing things in life with dedication and diligence; yet, at times, it can feel challenging to

Hiring the right employee matters. But making sure they’re equipped to do their job well arguably matters more.  According to research from Gallup, 70% of employees with “exceptional” onboarding experiences described their jobs as “the best possible.” Additionally, these employees were 2.6 times more likely to be “extremely satisfied in their workplace.” Onboarding—the process of

Today’s graduates are entering a job market in flux, as AI-driven automation casts doubt over the future of many professions, both skilled and low-skilled. This uncertainty is encouraging many Gen Z workers to look again at blue-collar careers, which are often viewed as more resilient and bulletproof to technological change. 42% of Gen Zers are

There’s no shortage of leadership theories out there, whether it’s the leader as coach or the charisma-based focus of the “transformational” system. Some theories even reorient the idea of leadership itself, challenging what it means to head up a team. For entrepreneurs looking to avoid age-old pitfalls, one such option is the idea of “teamship”

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is going back to basics, opening 14 sleek new financial centers in a bid to draw in America’s top earners—offering a secure, familiar place to build and protect their fortunes. How JPMorgan is targeting America’s wealthiest clients The new locations, acquired during JPMorgan’s 2023 takeover of First Republic, are in some

That nervous feeling many people get just as they’re about to deliver a presentation is completely normal—and even happens to some of the best public speakers. Here’s what happens behind the scenes. The part of your brain that is responsible for fear (the amygdala) senses a threat. In this case, the threat is your audience