These famous people failed at first, then found success

Ever get discouraged because you feel like nothing's going your way? Or maybe you've been at it for a few years and just feel that you aren’t where you should—or want to—be. Chances are, you're being too hard on yourself and not allowing…

Here’s why having hobbies outside of work is key to your professional success

"Work-life balance" is a phrase that gets thrown around a lot, and for good reason—you don't want to work too hard, but you want to work hard enough to make a good living and gain a sense of fulfillment. When people talk about this ideal balance,…

Why everyone wants to work at Google (and you should too)

Google isn’t just a tech company anymore, it's an aspirational lifestyle. Once employees secure a coveted spot, they're almost cult-like in their reverence for their workplace. Not that getting hired is an easy feat—Google currently gets…

6 career risks you should definitely take if you want to be successful

You've probably heard stories about people who have found career success by taking crazy leaps of faith. These days, playing it totally safe isn't necessarily the way to reach the goals you hope to attain. While you certainly shouldn't be reckless…

6 ways to end your workday so your morning is peaceful

We all want to be that person that strolls out of the office with a wide smile and not a care in the world. Those people tend to sail in the next morning wearing the same rosy glasses. What's their secret? How can you, too, design your life…

How to spot and deal with horrible bosses

Even if you're happy with your position and your place of work, having problems with your boss can really make your life miserable. Some bosses just have a bad work ethic or unreasonable expectations of you. The most awful ones might have hair-trigger…

How to stop comparing yourself to others

How much of your day do you spend obsessively comparing yourself to your friends or colleagues? Your best friend from college makes more money than you do, even though she's been at her job for less time. Your cubicle mate always gets complimented…

How to get the most out of your internship and actually learn something

Internships are great learning experiences. You get to dip a toe in your chosen industry, and either start working toward the future job you want, or decide that hey, maybe it’s not for you after all. (It happens.) But how do you maximize…

These 7 work stereotypes about millennials are NOT necessarily true

Millennials have been told for a decade just how bad they are at life. They’re lazy, live with their parents, are totally entitled, etc. The list goes on. If you’re a millennial, this can do a lot to hamper your self-esteem and even your…

7 tips for dealing with a psycho boss

Even the best boss can seem like a tyrant sometimes. But did you know that some bosses are actually psychopaths? According to an Australian study, 1 out of 5 corporate executives exhibited clinically psychopathic traits. (For reference, the…