Laura Berger

“There are basically two kinds of people in the world: Sufferers, and Learners.” –Richard Rose One day, you’ll be comfortable. You’ll have all the money you need and will be living your true purpose. You’ll grab the paper and sit down to your favorite morning program with a piping hot cup of coffee each day. … Read more

Networking is likely the most important thing you can consistently do to advance your career. Feeling panicked because you have done none of it in the last 11 months? Fear not, because while constant networking is vital to your success, the opportunities this month can pack a serious punch to get you on your way. … Read more

Emotional intelligence, often measured by EQ-i, is a crucial element of successful leadership. It involves recognizing, understanding, and managing emotions, navigating stress, and considering the impact of your actions on others. Achieving a high level of emotional intelligence might seem daunting unless you happen to drool, shed, and walk on all fours—traits typical of dogs, … Read more

How to use a solo trip to arrive at your true north. “One travels more usefully when alone, because he reflects more.” –Thomas Jefferson The road to clarity is challenging and insightful—unique to everyone, yet universal in its outcomes and demands. We all constantly pursue our purpose, but soul-searching is no easy task, especially when … Read more

For sound mental health, Millennials should reconsider this pervasive hobby. Today, one in five Millennials reports depression, compared to 16 percent of Generation X and Baby Boomers. If you are a Millennial, life is certainly too precious for such a somber statistic—one that demands a solution. But what can you do if you are having this … Read more

Simple changes to your daily habits will put you on the fast track to happiness. Do you find yourself just going through the motions? Has “Different day. Same story” become your mantra? Then right now—not tomorrow or next week—is the time to start changing your story. Fortunately, there are quick, simple and no-cost ways to … Read more

Instilling fun in the workplace for stress reduction and professional longevity. Can’t take a sabbatical? How about finding a playful company to reignite your drive at work and reduce your stress? Now more than ever, organizations are allowing—even mandating—their employees to play at work. Why the sudden change in strategy? While it seems a distraction … Read more

Straight talk from four business leaders in Ethiopia, Israel, and more. I’ve written extensively about charting your course in life. Defining success for yourself, on your terms, is key to living a full and meaningful life. But in a U.S. culture that emphasizes wealth, power and recognition, success based on intrinsic motivators may seem instinctively … Read more