Gratitude Through Hard Times

People often don't like or are afraid of what they don't know. By learning about all things around you, things that are different from what you may identify with, you can open up your worldview and see, understand, accept and love people. In doing so, we can live a more meaningful, diverse life. Othniel Mbamalu knows just how astonishing is it to broaden your worldview. Othniel is the founder and...

With an inquisitive mind and asking the right questions, we can unlock new learning pathways, new opportunities, and treasure troves of data. Information is out there. We just have to know how to unlock it because everyone around us has a lesson that we can learn if we ask the right questions. Andy Ellwood knows how to ask the right questions to unlock hidden gems. Andy is an Executive Coach based...

Trauma, adversities, and insecurities are things we all experience. But opening up about these things can be challenging. The upside of being vulnerable and authentic about the things that scare us is creating connections with others—forging genuine relationships that stand the test of time. Rob Wellner knows just how powerful being vulnerable can be. Rob Wellner leads Sales, Marketing, Strategic...

It can be so easy to focus on what's wrong around you. Because humans are problem-oriented, our analytical minds are always looking to figure out what's wrong and how to fix it. But not everything around you needs to be fixed or even can be fixed. So the solution is to pause and reflect on the gratitude around you. There's an awful lot out to give credit and thanks to when you stop and consider it...

It can be hard to say no to people and opportunities. But when saying yes means sacrificing your mental, physical, emotional well-being, it's better for you and for those you want to help to say no. We cannot give our all to others if we first don't give to ourselves. So we must first give to ourselves in order to show up fully for others. Adam Nugent knows the power of investing in himself and ot...

At some point in our lives, most of us will be on a "true" team, a team where you cannot succeed without the other individuals on your team succeeding. Whether it's sports, a musical performance, an executive team, or a theatrical production, our ability to work with others is beyond critical. One of the tried and true ways to see success for your team is to have an outward-facing compass, where y...

Be grateful for what you have, but be fearless for what you want. Life can be scary and uncertain, but instead of letting fear get in the way, we can use it to help us reach success. By cultivating gratitude and fearlessly pursuing your goals, you can design the life of your dreams. Rebecca Minkoff knows just how impactful being fearless can be. An industry leader in accessible luxury handbags, ac...

Genuine human connection can be hard to come by these days. Long hours spent working remotely or even in the office can make it hard to find the time or space to connect with others. But human connection is necessary to make a lasting impact on others. Empowering people and helping them navigate life's path requires human connection, a deeper understanding of the who and why of a person. Eric Kitt...

Wisdom - we all want it, but so few of us reach it before our time ends. Wisdom comes from experiencing things around you. Being wise does not necessarily mean you're the most intelligent person in the room; it means you're the most curious, a lifelong learner. By being committed to learning and experiencing new things, you understand that there are no wrong turns, just lefts or rights with some p...

In our economically driven world, businesses have problems, and people have pains, usually because of business problems. Selling and marketing are all about gaining an understanding of these problems and pains. Is the problem or pain something that your business can help with, or do you know someone who can assist somehow? Because at the end of the day, it all comes down to how we can be helpful....

Learning is not about the outcome, like getting a good grade on your final. Learning is about the journey, the feeling you get when something finally makes sense, the moments of connection you have when studying with friends, the thrill of teaching a concept to another person. Learning is not a perfect process, it's messy and challenging, but it's necessary to adapt to failure or adversity. Mattan...

We all have the opportunity to take what life throws us and make the most out of it by seeing obstacles as a stepping stone and a growth opportunity. To capitalize on this opportunity, we have to know deep down that que sera, sera, which means whatever will be, will be. Allie Felix has used the mantra, que sera, sera to fuel growth throughout her entire life. Allie is Embarc Collective’s VP of Pla...

Negativity seems to surround us constantly. Whether it's on social media, the news, or at work, everywhere we look there seems to be negativity, anger, or sadness.   But we can choose whether we take on that negativity or not. Our attitude comes from how we look at life. We only get one life, so smile, stop and smell the roses, and enjoy every bit of it. Bring love to others through generosity. Be...

Setbacks can seem like the end of the world. It can feel as if all your progress is gone, and you're not sure if it's work persevering.   But when you face adversity in the difficult situations that come up in life, use it as an opportunity to do better for yourself and other people because most setbacks turn into the opportunity of a lifetime.   David Haskins especially knows how powerful a setba...

Networking - it's something we all have to do but most of the time don't want to do. Networking can often feel awkward, cold, and transactional. This is especially true with the advancement of social media platforms like Linkedin.   But building relationships with others doesn't and shouldn't have to be this way. As social creatures, we crave genuine connection that leads to authentic relationship...

SEO for decades has been thought of as an increasingly complex element of marketing to grow your company. But in this groundbreaking book, by Eli Schwartz, we uncover the human and artistic side of growth.   Eli's hypothesis is that good SEO is not derived by throwing money and content at a search engine algorithm, but it's created by taking the right intention and building a great product.   Prod...

When was the last time you wrote a thank you letter? For most of us, the last time was as a child to thank friends or family members for gifts or other generous acts.   But the long forgotten act of writing thank you notes is more powerful than a simple thank you. Letters of gratitude can spark upward spirals of positivity and connection, among other things.   Gina Hamadey especially knows just ho...

Have you ever heard the saying, "Communication is key"? What kind of communication are they talking about here?   Communication is an essential skill that all humans need to be successful. But not all communication is created equal. Throughout the world, there are over 6,500 spoken languages. So, verbal communication may not get us very far, but visual communication, on the other hand, may be the...

Not only in competition, but in life we're not going to win all the time. In this game of life, we can either be winning or be learning.   In sports and business alike, losing is never about losing. It's about picking yourself back up and getting yourself back in the game. If you win, you're going to celebrate that win and then move on. But if you lose, you're learning from it.   Rob DeSalvo knows...

Life is not supposed to be easy. Life is filled with suffering, and the more you can embrace it and use it to fuel your growth, then the better, more fulfilling, meaningful life you will have.   As humans, we were made to solve problems because we were made to be constantly growing. If we don't have a problem to solve, we try and create one. It is always through mistakes and the tough times that w...

Self-awareness is key to growth. If we don’t practice it, we are not able to help others around us as much as we could. Robert Glazer is the founder and CEO of Acceleration Partners and has become a recognized global leader in the affiliate and partner marketing industry, receiving numerous industry and company culture awards. Roughly 7 years ago at a leadership event, Robert, eventually came to a...

Entrepreneur's are surrounded by shiny objects. New and exciting opportunities are around every corner. But not every shiny object puts us on the path to our ultimate goal. Understanding your goals and if a new opportunity aligns with them in a timely manner is how you avoid distractions and setbacks. Bree Jacoby knows just how crucial it is to figure out if an opportunity will ultimately increase...

How often do you try to fail? If the answer is not often, you're too comfortable in the things you're directing your energy towards. If you're not failing, you're not trying hard enough, you're not trying anything new or risky. If you're not failing, you're not truly learning. Elisabeth Cardiello knows just how powerful failure can be. If you've seen the Netflix documentary, "Coffee For All,&...

We live in a society that values independence and self-sufficiency. We're told that we need to run the race ourselves, that we need be the sole person climbing the ladder to success. But the reality is that we don't need independence we need interdependence. To become the best versions of ourselves on our journey through life, we need to surround ourselves with individuals that are going to suppor...

Empathy, curiosity, emotional intelligence, and asking good questions are just a few of the skills that allow us to step into the feelings and perspectives of others who walk, talk, or act differently from us. By understanding where people are coming from, we can improve not only our life but the lives of those around us. Tony Lo Bianco's commitment to curiosity is his secret for getting ahead in...