Research says we all need three things for a fulfilling life: achievement, meaning, and joy.
Most overachievers nail the first two. But joy? That elusive third wheel often gets left in the dust
under a pile of emails and grocery lists for our resident overachievers.
It’s time to focus on the often-misunderstood art of assertiveness—what it is, what it isn’t, and how learning to speak up for yourself with clarity and respect can change your life.
“Mattering,” is one of the most underrated superpowers in the workplace!. Not “I got a cupcake on my work anniversary” mattering—but the real, gut-level kind where you feel seen, valued, and essential. Turns out, this isn’t fluff. According to Crina, It’s fuel.
There’s a persistent and punishing myth out there: that a college degree is the only ticket to a good life. Spoiler alert—it’s not. And the people hit hardest by this myth? Women without degrees, especially women of color, who are holding up families, caregiving, and entire communities while being boxed out of opportunity by arbitrary job requirements and social stigma.
leadership grows from a much deeper place: our life stories. Drawing from interviews with over 100 leaders and thousands of pages of transcripts, researchers found that great leadership is shaped through real-world challenges, self-reflection, and a willingness to lead from our values.
If you’re powering through your day like a caffeine-fueled robot with no off switch—stop. Your brain and body are not machines. We are more like rechargeable batteries, but we need to recharge.
Are 4-day work weeks all they’re cracked up to be? Buckle up buttercups, we’re diving into the panacea or peril of this trend. As always, we get to use our critical minds and decide for ourselves.
We all know that our jobs can impact our health: from sleepless nights to skipped meals, your job can take it’s toll. But research shows us that the cumulative impacts of these offenses might be harming you more than you think.
Women are stepping up, showing up, and investing like bosses. So let’s keep the momentum going—our future (and our wallets) depend on it. And remember, it’s never too late. Step one is checking in on your financial health. Next, put your money to work!
Status and power are major players in our work life and understanding how each works and how each can create more ease, meaning and joy in our work lives is a game changer.