Personal+Development

Why is Everyone a Thought Leader Now?
Smith alumni share why so many professionals are now filling their feeds with ideas, insights and experiences

It’s Time to Redefine the Confident Leader
Arrogance is so passé. There are better ways to demonstrate competence and capability at work
The Business Case for a Good Night’s Sleep
Of all the things you do to build your career, a solid slumber might be the one that matters most
Are Bad Visuals Holding You Back?
Pretty presentations, clear charts and functional figures aren’t just matters of esthetic preference. They can impact your work
Eight Books to Read This Summer
Smith School of Business professors offer up some of their favourite reads for the cottage (or anywhere else)
How to Craft a Cringe-Free Personal Brand
Spelling out why you’re awesome may feel crass, but it can help you stand out to employers, peers and clients
How to Have a (More) Productive Day
Endless interruptions, a lack of focus time and all those emails keep us from getting stuff done at work
One Word to Better Feedback
You ask colleagues to critique your performance and get nothing. Here’s how to flip the script
The Simple Way to Be More Persuasive
Trying to convince a client? Your colleagues? The best way to build an argument is with less, not more
Solving the Second Shift Problem in Bangladesh
New research helps women entrepreneurs juggle life at home and at work
Provoke! How Leaders Can Shape the Future
A discussion with bestselling business author Steve Goldbach
Are You Ready for Live Presentations Again?
Pitching on Zoom isn’t the same as in-person. Here are five steps to get back into live-presentation shape