Amazon founder Jeff Bezos says, “Your brand is what other people say about you when you are not in the room. It is all about your reputation.” Building a successful brand out of a business is not easy. It takes a lot of smart work, dedication, patience, perseverance and the list is endless. Every day…
Staying motivated and keeping your mind fresh at work can be a challenge. For those that find their work to be a bit repetitive and stagnant, it is especially important to find ways to stay inspired at work. With the right strategy, you may be able to reignite your passion for your job and boost…
Did you know that reading and replying to emails depletes your energy? For every message you open up and reply to, you’re using energy from your daily reserve. Thrive Global invites voices from many spheres to share their perspectives on our Community platform. Community stories are not commissioned by our editorial team, and opinions expressed…
Thrive Global invites voices from many spheres to share their perspectives on our Community platform. Community stories are not commissioned by our editorial team, and opinions expressed by Community contributors do not reflect the opinions of Thrive Global or its employees. More information on our Community guidelines is available here. A young man is worried,…
Today’s organizations are dealing with various issues and challenges. The rapid changes and volatile environment aren’t doing any favors when it comes to creating transparent purpose-driven management. How can organizations mitigate this thing? Here’s a take on how purpose-driven leadership can help the organizations around. Introduction Tracing back the time, Nelson Mandela, the great South…
Dear Allies, Please stop saying how shocked or surprised you are when you listen to a story from someone from a marginalized community. You may not realize it, but it’s a microaggression and it reinforces privilege that you might have that the person sharing the story does not. Let me give you an example: The…
I’ve been asked quite a few questions lately about how do you actually lead with empathy. There’s no wrong or right way to do this. You can read books, you can learn about emotional intelligence and compassion and empathy, and all these other words for it. But here’s the number one tip that I teach…
Many people turn to meditation and yoga during times of stress, but they can have even more benefits if you integrate them into your daily life. Yoga is a good way to stretch the body and relax the mind before or after work, while meditation can be done at any time throughout the day. Meditation…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. October 17, 2021 — 14:03 PM Sure, ear piercings come with a certain level of discomfort (some types more than others), but as a professional piercer once told me: The…
Tree pose (or vrksasana in Sanskrit) is a classic standing and balancing posture found across many different styles of yoga. And not only is it beginner-friendly, but it’s possible to modify it for any skill level. Here’s how to do it properly, as demonstrated by certified yoga instructor, Phyllicia Bonanno. How to do Tree Pose,…
