10 Days to Faster Reading by Abby Marks Beale is a practical guide designed to help readers boost their reading speed and comprehension in just ten days. It offers easy-to-apply techniques that break bad reading habits and introduce smarter strategies. Whether you’re buried in books or need to stay on top of work material, this…
Have you ever felt like you’re surrounded by people who just don’t get you? Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson offers a solution. The book breaks down human behavior into four personality types—Red, Yellow, Green, and Blue—helping you communicate better in both personal and professional settings. With practical advice, Erikson shows how understanding these types…
Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves offers a practical guide to developing emotional intelligence (EQ), a key factor in personal and professional success. By breaking EQ into four core components—self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management—the authors provide actionable strategies to recognize, control, and use emotions more effectively. This book is a…
One of the most liberating aspects of remote work is the flexibility to choose your workspace. While home offices and co-working spaces have their charm, coffee shops remain a beloved third place for freelancers, remote employees, students, and creatives alike. There’s something about the hum of espresso machines, the ambient buzz of conversation, and the…
When I first joined a fully remote team, I was struck by how quickly my colleagues completed tasks. A simple message—“OK, I’m done.”—left me baffled. How did they work so efficiently without the structure of an office? Over time, I realized that remote work, when done right, eliminates many of the inefficiencies of traditional workplaces….
Working with global teams can be one of the most rewarding experiences in a professional career. It brings together diverse ideas, cultural perspectives, and around-the-clock productivity. But it also introduces challenges—different time zones, language barriers, and varying communication preferences can slow down collaboration. As a freelancer who’s spent years working with international teams, I’ve learned…
Remote work has transformed the way we approach our careers. It’s given us the gift of flexibility, the comfort of working in our own space, and the ability to avoid the daily commute. But now that many professionals have embraced this lifestyle full-time, it’s become clear that working remotely isn’t all upside. While the benefits…
As a business speaker and magician, I’ve always thrived on creating powerful, shared experiences—turning gasps into growth, and “wow” moments into real-world wisdom. For two decades, that magic happened on stages in front of live audiences. But when the world changed, so did I. I had to reimagine how to connect, lead, and inspire—all from…
Let’s be honest: no one really loves video meetings. They’re often awkward, sometimes draining, and rarely the highlight of anyone’s day. In fact, if you think you enjoy them, you may want to sit with that thought for a moment. Yet, in the age of remote work, video meetings have become unavoidable. Some discussions are…
In today’s evolving work environment, remote work has become the new norm for many employees. For working parents, though, this shift hasn’t just changed where they work—it’s reshaped how they work. Juggling Zoom calls, deadlines, and deliverables while also helping kids with schoolwork, managing lunchtime chaos, and soothing toddler tantrums can be overwhelming. As leaders…