Imagine trying to do something creative every day. Putting pen to paper, paintbrush to canvas, music to melody, or even idea to film. Just the act of committing to creating something new sounds incredibly challenging and time-consuming. But, that’s just what Cody Wanner does. He started his YouTube channel on January 1st of this year to inspire
I started college as a musical theater major, but by the end of my freshman year, I knew I wasn’t supposed to have a career on stage. I dabbled in psychology before finding my calling in marketing. A friend of mine, on the other hand, started her career as a marketer. But after picking up running,
When it comes to presentation skills, there is one thing we all know: People fear public speaking more than death. This concept has become so cliché that it’s easy to forget its significance. Public speaking anxiety is a very real problem for far too many people—and this fear affects more than just your ability to speak in
Only 7% of people under age 40 consider themselves morning people, which basically means the other 93% are totally screwed when they wake up, right? That doesn’t have to be the case for even the most dedicated night owls. By arming yourself with these tricks, you’ll be able to maximize your mornings for success, even if you
It can be so frustrating when people advise you, “Just follow your passion!” Yeah, sure, you’d love to—if only you knew what your passion was. You’re probably the kind of person who works hard, with commitment and persistence. When you know what you’re doing, nothing will stop you. But before you can become unstoppable, you
Moving somewhere new can be equal parts exciting and terrifying. Will you find a new friend group, acclimate to a new culture, and fit in at a new office? These questions, and more, are what make relocation an adventure—whether you’re moving 500 miles away or halfway around the world. But, your company can be a big help
There’s something about the word “networking” that just turns people off. It sounds so clinical; so cold. Many people think of it as asking for a favor before they’ve gotten to know a person. But really, when people say “networking,” they’re talking about meeting new people who work in the same industry that they do. In
Recently, I somewhat accidentally ended up at a family-friendly gathering where I knew very few people. And by family friendly, I mean kids running everywhere. As one of the few child-free adults there, I definitely felt stumped at first as to what I could possibly talk about with these strangers. However, since up-and-leaving would not
Many people pursue law school because of the desire to make a difference. Maybe you’re drawn to the idea of helping people with individual legal problems, or perhaps you want to fight for big policy changes. But once you graduate, you may decide that pursuing a traditional legal path isn’t for you. While it can
