How is it that the same words uttered by a woman in the workplace are often not heard the same way when spoken by men? Often, when women demonstrate drive and determination in the workplace, they ...

In our research on what makes work meaningful, one of the most powerful, but underused, leadership practices was the simple act of saying “thank you” (Adams & Myles, 2025). Meaningful work isn’t ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Ginny Whitelaw covers Zen Leadership and the science of resonance. Joy, gratitude and other positive emotions arise from our ...

In business, figurative sticks and stones may break no bones, but a few kind words can make a big difference. Dr Preeya Daya, Academic Director, Achievement Awards Group Profit is the lifeblood of ...

Self-affirmation theory was proposed by psychologist Claude Steele in the late 1980s and remains popular today. The theory suggests we have a deep desire to craft a personal narrative that we are ...