Motivational

Labor Day may mark the unofficial end of summer, but it’s far more than just an extra day off. Born from the labor movement of the late 19th century, the holiday was created to honor the hard work and dedication of America’s workforce. For the 21st century, it’s a built-in reminder that pausing to recharge […]

The seeds of a new business are often planted out of the necessity to solve a problem. Inspiration strikes, hard work follows, and the problem transforms into an opportunity to emerge victorious. This was the winning formula for founder and CEO of Crash Champions Collision Repair Team Matt Ebert, whose thriving business began when he

In 2024, accounting software provider Sage paused its generative AI assistant after users reported it had leaked sensitive financial data between accounts. Though it was meant to streamline small business operations, the tool instead spotlighted how fragile compliance can become when oversight fails. Everyone’s racing to adopt AI—but organizations should first stop to ask how

For more than a decade, Silicon Valley has been promising that smart glasses would change the way we work and live. Yet, despite the hype, no device has managed to earn a place in daily routines the way our phones or digital assistants have. Professionals, in particular, have been waiting for a tool that feels

The happiness curve is a principle that shows happiness on a U-shaped curve by age. The idea is that you’re happiest when you’re in your teens to 20s. As you reach midlife, your happiness declines. It rises again once you reach an older age—some research puts that number at 50. Jonathan Rauch’s book, The Happiness

If the thought of getting in front of a camera and filming a video fills you with terror, you’re not alone. But the process of making a video doesn’t have to be scary—and, in fact, video might just be the key to your success. That’s the philosophy of Keri Murphy, an international speaker, media expert

If your calendar is as packed as your inbox, Amtrak’s NextGen Acela train is about to become your favorite coworking space on wheels. Traveling across the Northeast at up to 160 mph, these sleek state-of-the-art trains combine speed, comfort and connectivity, so you can knock out presentations, join video calls or even grab a coffee

Leadership transitions are tricky. When employees first hear, “We’re bringing in a new leader,” anxiety often ripples through the workplace. Common initial employee reactions include: “How will this change impact me?” and “Is my job safe?” Employees might even wonder: “Is the company financially distressed?” Yet, handling these transitions effectively is crucial for organizational health

Nearly three-quarters of Americans (72%) would rather stay home with friends than go out, according to a nationwide survey of 2,000 Americans conducted by Talker Research. Cost savings, the ability to hear conversations better and avoiding crowded places are the key drivers of this shift. But turning your home into an entertaining space that rivals

There’s something magical about the first day of school. It’s filled with new beginnings, sharpened pencils, fresh notebooks and the hope of what the year ahead might bring. Whether it’s your child’s first day of kindergarten or the final year of high school or college, capturing that back-to-school moment with a great photo (and an