Self-Improvement

Study Reveals Americans' Contradictory Thoughts on Self-Improvement

Most Americans think cosmetic surgery is fine, but also expect celebrities to age naturally

By Alexandra Sifferlin December 1, 2014

What Are the 5 Steps for Changing Bad Habits Into Good Ones?

Ironically, studies show saying “I’ll never do that again” makes you even more likely to do that again. About 40% of the actions we perform in a day are habits. So we’re on autopilot almost...

By Eric Barker November 19, 2014

33 Ways to Fix Being Utterly Bored at Work

Here's how to keep yourself motivated

By The Muse September 30, 2014

28 Secrets of Exceptionally Productive People

Want to work smarter, not harder? Learn from the best

By Inc. September 30, 2014

40 Inspiring Motivational Quotes About Gratitude

Sometimes, a totally different perspective can be found in a few simple words

By Inc. September 30, 2014

7 Habits of Incredibly Happy People

Happiness is a state of mind. If you're willing to adopt a different approach to your actions, you can achieve it

By Inc. August 31, 2014

6 Ways to Take Control of Your Schedule

Reduce your stress levels with these important tips

By BusinessCollective August 30, 2014

27 Pinterest Boards That Will Actually Make Your Life Better

Seriously life-changing

By The Muse August 30, 2014

7 Things Remarkably Happy People Do Often

Happiness can be a choice -- especially when you take the right actions

By Inc. August 30, 2014

5 Ways to Deal With a Millennial Boss Driving You Nuts

Don't despair, here's how to deal

By Martha C. White August 25, 2014

How to Increase the Number of Hours in Your Day

Nothing can actually increase the hours in the day. That’s impossible. But you can do things to trick your brain into feeling you have more time. More often than not, that’s really what we want:...

By Eric Barker August 25, 2014

5 Ways Successful People Avoid Freaking Out

This post is in partnership with Inc., which offers useful advice, resources and insights to entrepreneurs and business owners. The article below was originally published at Inc.com. By Jessica Stillman If you spend much of...

By Inc. August 19, 2014

4 Extremely Easy Ways to Fake Confidence

Expert advice to bluff your way to the top

By Martha C. White August 18, 2014

4 Secrets to Reading Body Language Like an Expert

How important is body language? 55% of what you convey when you speak comes from body language. In fact, when you’re speaking about something emotional only about 7% of what the other person hears has...

By Eric Barker August 18, 2014

9 Ways to Become More Creative in the Next 10 Minutes

Creativity is developed; it's not a birthright

By Inc. August 14, 2014

15 Scientifically Proven Ways to Be Happier

Anyone can feel happier. It's easy. Science says so

By Jeff Hadden / Inc. August 11, 2014

This Is Why 'Follow Your Passion' Is Terrible Advice

Just don't do it

By The Muse August 11, 2014

What Is Life All About? Using Business Strategy to Find Your Life’s Purpose

What is life all about? What’s your five-year plan? Your ten-year plan? If you’re anything like me, your answer is probably something along the lines of “I have no idea.” And just being asked that...

By Eric Barker August 2, 2014

9 Smart Ways to Improve Your Memory

Wish your powers of recall were as powerful as this elephant’s? Here are nine mind-sharpening strategies that can help

By Real Simple August 1, 2014

What Is The Most Productive Thing I Can Do When I Am Bored?

Answer by Visakan Veerasamy, an employee of ReferalCandy and writer for Poached Magazine, for Quora. I've noticed that everything that's been stated involves doing something or trying something or focusing on something. I propose elimination....

By Quora July 22, 2014

What Is the Good Life? Four Books That Give You Real Answers

What is the good life? That’s the primary question I’m trying to answer with this blog. Shortcuts and lifehacks are great. Surprising trivia is nice. But how can we really live great lives? I don’t...

By Eric Barker July 15, 2014

Old School: 7 Ideas From Ancient Thinkers to Improve Your Modern Life

The modern world has brought us a lot of great stuff. (I, for one, am a huge fan of antibiotics.) That said, we know there are things that were better in the past, ideas we...

By Eric Barker July 8, 2014

What Should I Do About My Early-Life Crisis?

Some people are lucky enough to get paid for their passions. Many aren't. It's a fact of life, and it's one you can cope with

By Quora July 7, 2014

How to Overcome Regret and Seize the Day — Scientifically

What hurts more than those pangs of regret? It’s one of the worst feelings in the world, right? But I’ve got a surprise for you — regret can be a good thing. In fact, sometimes...

By Eric Barker July 5, 2014

6 Things the Most Productive People Do Every Day

Ever feel like you’re just not getting enough done? Know how many days per week you’re actually productive? About 3: People work an average of 45 hours a week; they consider about 17 of those...

By Eric Barker July 4, 2014

How Do I Get Over My Bad Habit of Procrastinating

Answer by Oliver Emberton, founder of Silktide, on Quora. I'll answer your question, but first I need to explain all of human civilization in 2 minutes with the aid of a cartoon snake. Humans like...

By Quora July 3, 2014

How to Motivate Yourself: 3 Steps Backed By Science

You make goals… but then you procrastinate. You write a to-do list… but then you don’t follow through. And this happens again and again and again. Seriously, what’s the problem? Why are we so good...

By Eric Barker June 30, 2014

Here's the Best Way to Promote Yourself on Social Media

This post is in partnership with Buffer. The article below was originally published on Buffer. Written by Kevan Lee If you’ve been to any of Buffer’s social media accounts recently (take Twitter, for instance),...

By Buffer June 27, 2014

17 Daily Habits My Dad Insists Will Make You Happier and More Successful

Want to improve your life, one daily habit at a time? My dad offers some pretty good advice.

By Bill Murphy Jr June 11, 2014

Five Ways to Improve Your Focus

Tips and tricks to help you reach your goals

By Quora June 9, 2014

11 Surefire Ways to Turn Your Dreams Into Reality

This post is in partnership with Inc., which offers useful advice, resources and insights to entrepreneurs and business owners. The article below was originally published at Inc.com. By Brent Gleeson The loftiest goal I ever...

By Inc. May 24, 2014

13 Easy Ways to Teach Yourself to Be More Confident

Few are born confident, research shows. The self-assured learn to be that way, and you can too

By Minda Zetlin May 21, 2014

5 Powerful Tips for Getting More Stuff Done

1) Know When You’re at Your Best And plan accordingly. To be a productivity ninja focus less on time management, and more on managing your energy. Charlie Munger, vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, used a...

May 2, 2014

Are You Making the Most Out of Life? Here’s How You Can.

When Does “More” Finally Become “Enough”? You probably have far more now than you ever had in the past but you’re probably not much happier. And, instinctively, we think the problem can still be fixed...

By Eric Barker April 17, 2014

The Science Of 'Happily Ever After': 3 Things That Keep Love Alive

As Daniel Jones, author of Love Illuminated, explains: we spend youth asking “How do I find love?” and midlife asking “How do I get it back?” Anyone in a relationship or who plans on being...

By Eric Barker April 16, 2014

The Five Paths To Being the Best at Anything

I’ve posted a lot about becoming the best in your field. Looking back, what are the most successful methods for getting there? 10,000 Hours Let’s get the most famous one out of the way first:...

By Eric Barker March 11, 2014

Self-Improvement

This Is the Best Way to Improve Every Part of Your Life

How to Overcome the Greatest Challenge in Self-Improvement

3 Proven Ways to Stay Motivated

16 Quotes From Successful People About Self-Improvement