Dan Gilbert is one of those rare individuals who has had a huge impact on a large community. I began to understand his philosophy listening to a fascinating interview he gave at the Summit conference ...

In my last two posts, I discussed the importance of defining your own idea of success, based on the advice of two writer-bloggers, Joanna Penn and Jessica Abel, whose ideas apply to any kind of work, ...

“When you have to write in complete sentences with narrative structure, it’s really hard to hide sloppy thinking,” the Amazon founder once explained. He’s not the only super-smart business thinker who ...

Breaking habits or forming new ones is hard — and starting on January 1 doesn't change that. To give yourself the best chance ...

Many of us were handed down a story of what success is supposed to look like. Often, it’s these markers that are external: titles, salaries, accolades, recognition, and so on. The reality is that we ...

This article follows the Direct Message methodology, designed to cut through the noise and reveal the deeper truths behind the stories we live. At this stage in life, I’ve learned that success isn’t ...

At the end of your life, only one thing will truly matter, according to Warren Buffett. Warren Buffett isn’t just one of the greatest investors of our time—he’s also a master a delivering timeless ...

This article follows the Direct Message methodology, designed to cut through the noise and reveal the deeper truths behind the stories we live. I used to think success was all about talent and luck.

A conversation with a media industry veteran on adapting your skills and embracing opportunity. Disruption and transformation are the new normal in nearly every industry. So how do you stay ahead of ...

University provides the foundation for your career, but it’s the life skills you build outside the classroom that will truly help you thrive after graduation. Truth is, academic knowledge alone won’t ...

The role of a creative director today involves far more than excellent marketing skills such as crafting compelling visuals or composing witty copy. Finding success as a CD now demands a diverse skill ...