Motivational

Being competitive might seem like a prerequisite to getting ahead at the office. You need to be cutthroat, consistently winning and constantly pushing to be your best self.  We’re often told that only ruthless people are competitive, but having a competitive streak is not always a bad thing and can lead us to stay committed […]

Recent data suggests that employees are leaving their jobs in record numbers. With many work positions unfilled, you might say it’s a seller’s market for job-seekers. But taking advantage of opportunities like this requires care, skill and planning. Why settle now for anything less than a career that motivates you each new day? We’ve compiled

Did you know that there are three misconceptions about power and the people who wield it? According to Tiziana Casciaro, professor of organizational behavior at the University of Toronto, most of us buy into those myths. We promote them every time we view power as something it’s not. Do these statements resonate with you? Myth

My wife and I are both side hustlers. I do this, freelance writing, and she runs a decorated cookie business on the side when she’s not taking care of our son. Both of our businesses live and die by clients saying “yes” to doing business with us. But we recently found ourselves in uncharted territory

Are you ready to start a business? If so, you aren’t alone. In the wake of mass layoffs and resignations, the U.S. saw the number of new business applications surge to more than 4 million. COVID-19 might have been the catalyst for these new ventures, but how many of them will make it long term?

Celina NoguerasFounding partner of MUUAAASan Juan, Puerto Rico Nogueras, 41, is a founding partner at Muuaaa, a design studio that has helped over 300 companies refine their branding. Two years ago, she launched the Jefas y Jevas podcast, a show designed to help Latina women master business and personal finance. Nogueras’ vision? To create a

I once conducted an experiment for SUCCESS magazine about getting up early. Every day for a month, I woke up at 4:30 a.m. intent to spend the “extra” time working on something I’ve always wanted to do but never had time for.  I’ve done many experiential and/or stunt stories; this one was the worst, by

I have such a heart for entrepreneurs who are raising families while starting businesses. It is not an easy thing to do, and this week’s guest on SUCCESS Line is in the thick of it. Brian is a Washington, D.C.-based entrepreneur and a father of five. He is in the process of automating his current

Were you to evaluate the major influences in your life that have shaped the kind of person you are, this has to be high on the list: the people and thoughts you choose to allow into your life. My mentor, Mr. Earl Shoaff, gave me a very important warning in those early days that I’ll

An important part of personal development is overcoming the human tendency to run from change. Being open to new opportunities and mindsets—wherever they may come from—is the only way to keep growing. It’s with excitement that SUCCESS Stories welcomes Madison Pieper as its new host starting in October 2021.  Kindra plans to spend the rest