Obstacle #1: Treating Fear as a Stop Sign Many professionals assume their careers are held back by outside forces—a shortage of openings, missing qualifications, or an insufficient network. Yet the more stubborn obstacles are often internal. They surface as mental habits that quietly pull people awa...

“Here’s what I’m planning to do, do you have any concerns?” Leading with your intended course of action, rather than asking for permission outright, invites the other person to help shape the outcome. This subtle shift in framing changes the dynamic from a request for approval to a collaborative dis...

Starting a new job can feel both exciting and scary. You want to prove yourself fast, but lasting success comes from small, smart actions. Here are three small things to do when starting a new job that make a big impact. These steps will help you build relationships, learn faster, and set yourself u...

Ashley Etienne Thinks We're Talking About Imposter Syndrome All Wrong Ashley Etienne has been in some of the most high-pressure rooms in American politics. She ran communications for Speaker Nancy Pelosi. She served as Vice President Kamala Harris's communications director. She built and commanded t...

How to Grow Professionally When Your Job Isn’t Growing You If your job feels like a dead end for learning, you can still grow professionally. The key is to take control of your own development. You don’t have to wait for your employer to hand you new challenges. Instead, you can actively build skill...