What sets apart women entrepreneurs who rise to the top and achieve their ambitious goals? Traits like unwavering vision, strategic pivots, and commanding visibility and respect in their industries play a key role.Curious about other game-changing habits? We tapped 10 accomplished members of the You

Entrepreneurs overflow with innovative ideas sparked by deep passion. The true test is transforming that enthusiasm into a actionable plan that delivers results.As busy professionals, dedicating time to passion projects is challenging. We turned to members of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC)—sea

Walt Disney stands as one of the 20th centurys greatest visionaries. He pioneered the first sound cartoon, the first color cartoon, and the first feature-length animated film. Yet, the spark for his most iconic creations came from an unlikely source.When Walts young daughters joined him for Saturday

The unrolled path stretched ahead, dark and foreboding. Towering trees flanked both sides, eclipsing the moons glow behind me. It was early Friday evening—when I should have been wrapping up the week in my warm office. Instead, I pedaled into the final hours of a grueling second day on a three-day,

Over the past decade, my business partner and I have grown our personal finance website from a modest Australian credit card blog into a $50 million global powerhouse. These 10 battle-tested financial habits have been key to hitting my business and personal milestones. Heres what works.1. Set and tr

Its challenging enough for a woman to thrive in the competitive, still male-dominated newspaper industry and the rising digital news landscape. But imagine pivoting to become a novelist well past the typical starting age, defying logic that urges sticking to the familiar, playing it safe, and avoid

I dont spend much time in the kitchen—play to your strengths, right? But Ive always found cooking magical. Distinct ingredients blend to create something extraordinary: spices add richness, butter depth, salt complexity. Remove them, and youre left with bland pureed squash. Yuck!Were much the same.

To excel in coaching and leadership—teaching rather than punishing—tact is essential. Often, how we deliver feedback matters as much as what we say.Related: 10 Traits of an Effective TeacherThis piece explores the art of effective discipline.In his book The Wood: A Lifetime of Observations and Refle

Lets debunk the myth that female entrepreneurs must hide their unique qualities—including their struggles—to succeed. In reality, these challenges can become your greatest business assets, unlocking your distinct entrepreneurial potential.Related: Calling All Women: How to Become a BossConsider my f

Launching a mentorship program often sparks varied reactions: groans about added workload, apprehension about implementation, or enthusiasm from those whove thrived in strong mentor relationships. Yet, nearly every organization stands to gain. These programs foster deeper connections, boost engageme

Every job includes grunt work—those repetitive, mundane tasks like stuffing envelopes or filing expense reports that feel boring and draining. Most people dread them, craving more fulfilling challenges instead. As a professional organizer with years of experience helping clients rediscover joy in t

Legendary coach John Wooden outlined the key qualities of an effective teacher, emphasizing continuous self-improvement and openness to learning from others. As he noted: He must continually look for ways to improve himself in order to improve others and welcome each person and anything that might b

Have you ever faced a task with a distant deadline, only to scramble and finish it at the last possible second? Youre not alone—its a common human experience.While procrastination is often the culprit, theres a deeper principle at play: Parkinsons Law. Formulated by Cyril Parkinson, a British naval

Master the job hunt from cover letter to follow-up with proven strategies from Sophia Amoruso, founder of Nasty Gal and author of #GIRLBOSS. Clear space on your shelf next to #GIRLBOSS—The Girlboss Workbook by Sophia Amoruso arrives October 24. This interactive companion transforms the wisdom of #GI

One moment, Im leading a workshop on my debut novel for a group of women. The next, Im fielding questions about stain removal from antique wooden doors—a nod to my side gig as a furniture restorer—or how many times Ive seen Bruce Springsteen live. Someone even asks for the recipe for Italian America

If your team grapples with confusion, inefficient processes, subpar output, and waning morale, it may reflect opportunities to refine your leadership. These challenges often stem from management practices rather than individual shortcomings.As an experienced leader, Ive seen firsthand how prioritizi

How do you get publishing, marketing, and business leaders to return your calls or join you for an exclusive evening? How do you host a private event with over 40 top journalists? Sol Orwell, founder of Examine.com, attributes his success to one key ingredient: cookies. Or more precisely, cookies p

I entered college aspiring to build a career dedicated to serving others. Initially, I envisioned becoming a doctor as the ultimate way to make a meaningful impact.During my studies, I was inspired by peers driven by noble causes. One ambitious friend spearheaded a crowdfunding effort to clear landm

I once coached an ad agency editor overwhelmed by worries about the businesss financial health—new client wins, art department designs, impending layoffs. Once she recognized these were beyond her control and only fueled her stress, she shifted focus to what she could improve in her role, team, and

In 2002, legendary UCLA coach John Wooden shared profound insights on leadership with the UCLA Coaching Development Program, drawing from Wilferd Petersons essay The Art of Leadership in his book The Art of Living.Related: John Woodens Legacy of LeadershipPeterson defines leadership simply and clear