Deepak Chopra advocates for “radical well-being,” urging us to rethink our physical, social, and emotional health through self-reflection and gradual behavior changes, emphasizing that true success encompasses love, compassion, and creativity alongside goal achievement.
Sexual harassment thrives in a culture sustained by bystanders and enablers; those who witness harassment must support victims and confront abusers to foster a safer environment.
Former NBA player Shane Battier, dubbed “the no stat all-star,” emphasizes that being a valuable team player, rather than focusing solely on statistics, is essential for team success and can lead to recognition and significant rewards.
Arianna Huffington emphasizes the importance of auditing our lives for wisdom, promoting deep sleep for better decision-making, and communicating thoughtfully while letting go of energy-draining elements to connect with our inner intuition and creativity.
Huffington argues that true success requires a third metric—well-being, wisdom, wonder, and giving—beyond the traditional measures of money and power, as relying solely on the latter can lead to burnout and imbalance in life.
The decades-old movement to diversify workplaces has yielded mixed results, as NYU Law professor Kenji Yoshino suggests that companies often impose restrictive definitions of diversity, and advocates for fostering connections with those who feel pressured to suppress their identities for acceptance.
Habits can have a dark side, but according to Gretchen Rubin, self-compassion during setbacks is key to overcoming bad habits, as understanding the tension between your present and future selves can help you align with your true values and learn from mistakes.
Simon Sinek emphasizes that both individuals and organizations thrive by identifying their “why,” fostering a purpose-driven culture that supports personal growth and honesty in the pursuit of meaningful goals.
Leadership is evolving from traditional views of strength and ambition to a focus on authenticity, as emphasized by Bill George, former chairman and CEO of Medtronic.
Susan David highlights that while the desire for happiness is universal, common Western beliefs like “happiness is a choice” and “think positive” can create unrealistic expectations, leading to guilt and disconnection from our emotions; instead, she advocates for embracing difficult experiences and focusing on intrinsic values.
Throughout our evolutionary history, the instinct to overreact to novelty as a potential threat has shaped our responses, leading individuals, especially those with low self-esteem, to cling to familiar unhappiness rather than embrace the discomfort of new opportunities, as discussed by Susan David in her video lesson.
In this video lesson, Susan David emphasizes that understanding and affirming your values is crucial for guiding your path to success and well-being, helping you resist negative biases and impulses while fostering resilience and happiness.
In her video lesson, Susan David outlines a four-step process to regain control over your life by recognizing and managing your emotions and thoughts, aligning decisions with your values, and pursuing goals driven by internal motivations rather than external pressures.
Agility of thought and action requires independence of mind, allowing for wise decision-making free from predetermined narratives, with Susan David identifying signs of reactivity, such as being “hooked,” losing perspective, lacking agency, and adopting a retaliatory mindset.
Complexity is the primary challenge organizations face today, and training in equanimity, flexibility, and clear thinking, as emphasized by Harvard psychologist Susan David, is essential to unlocking the true potential of individuals and teams.
American culture prioritizes acquisition, but Amy Cuddy emphasizes that true presence is an ongoing commitment to being emotionally and physically engaged in the moment, requiring self-affirmation and the harnessing of personal power to navigate stress and improve over time.
“Presence,” as defined by social psychologist Amy Cuddy, is the ability to express your true self under pressure, enabling peak performance by fostering self-acceptance and awareness, particularly in high-stakes situations that trigger anxiety and social judgment.
In her video lesson, entrepreneur Nathalie Molina Niño emphasizes that true success in business involves defining organizational culture and values, highlighting that winning isn’t solely about profit but also about fostering positive relationships and a supportive work environment.
In the film Top Gun, Iceman critiques Maverick’s attitude, highlighting that character and a positive mindset are crucial for success, as emphasized by retired instructor Guy Snodgrass, who advocates for building trust and learning from failures in professional growth.
Top Gun, the iconic 1980s film about U.S. Naval Fighter Weapons School, may portray pilots as charismatic and confident, but real-life TOPGUN graduate Guy Snodgrass emphasizes that success requires more than just attitude and athleticism.
In his 1908 book, Arnold Bennett emphasized that we have all the time there is, and modern author Nir Eyal builds on this by advocating for intentional planning and syncing schedules to align with our goals and values to regain control over our time.
In this video lesson, Professor Suzy Welch outlines a five-step framework for leaders to intentionally cultivate organizational culture by aligning values with actions, ensuring clear communication, modeling behaviors, celebrating adherence, and enforcing standards to create a cohesive workplace.
Suzy Welch argues that the persistent narrative separating management from leadership overlooks their essential intersection, with effective leaders mastering both inspiring vision and detailed execution, a blend she terms “lanaging.”
Designing a fulfilling life involves making deliberate choices about what truly matters, as Ayse Birsel’s reconstruction phase encourages you to identify and rank your top three priorities across emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual quadrants, ultimately guiding your daily actions and energy.
Designer Ayse Birsel advocates for deconstructing your life into its basic components—emotional, physical, intellectual, and spiritual—to reclaim agency and optimism, allowing for a fresh perspective and the ability to reshape your life.
To reconcile the tension between childhood aspirations and the realities of the working world, embrace flexibility in your career path while remaining grounded in your core values, allowing for personal growth and unexpected opportunities.
Kieran Behan’s journey to the 2012 Olympics exemplifies resilience in the face of adversity, a theme echoed by Ginni Rometty, who emphasizes the importance of relationships and a positive attitude in overcoming life’s challenges.
In this lesson, Tony Coles emphasizes the importance of self-knowledge for decision-making by sharing strategies to align with your moral compass, learn from failures, and courageously uphold your beliefs in challenging situations.
This emotional intelligence (EQ) course, featuring experts like Daniel Goleman and Amy Cuddy, highlights EQ’s vital role in career success, offering strategies to enhance self-awareness, management, and interpersonal skills, ultimately fostering better performance in personal and professional settings.
To foster engagement and prevent disillusionment, employees and organizations must align personal and organizational purposes, creating a “sweet spot” that benefits customers, employees, and the overall organization while prioritizing ethical practices and shared values.