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The Pandemic Sabotaged Our Decision-Making Abilities—Here’s How to Start Regaining That Self-Confidence

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According to a 2021 study by the American Psychological Association, nearly one-third of adults (32%) are so stressed about the coronavirus pandemic that they struggle to make basic decisions, such as what to wear or eat. This article originally appeared in the May/June 2022 Issue of SUCCESS magazine. Photo by @galinkazhi / Twenty20.

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How To Create A Happy Workplace? Business Environment Design Matters

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Adopting a design approach that integrates elements of surprise, well-being, confidence, and inspiration can leverage happiness hormones like dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins to foster a productive and content workforce. This article was written by Brittany Clark and Andrew McQuilkin of BHDP Architecture for Work Design Magazine.

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Uncommon James CEO Kristin Cavallari Reveals the Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Her Journey Into Entrepreneurship

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It was stressful to keep up with for a couple of years, but now we’re in a great place and I’m thankful that we’ve gotten over the startup hump. I’d be lying if I said I didn’t have stressful moments, but again, I’m extremely lucky because I can essentially make my own hours and I’m my own boss. No, but seriously. KC: Being happy.

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What’s Next to Be Your Best? 3 Personal and Professional Development Trends in 2024

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Not only do personal and professional development opportunities provide key benefits to employees—like learning new skills, boosting confidence and credibility, developing leadership skills and increasing earning potential—but employers greatly benefit too. This article originally appeared in the March issue of SUCCESS+ digital magazine.

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9 Types of Journaling and How They Can Benefit Mental and Physical Health

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Research has shown that writing and journaling can improve cognitive function and reduce stress and anxiety. I gained a deeper understanding of myself, which led to a greater level of confidence in who I am,” Leid says. Leid used journaling as a way to process her own experience and sustain confidence in the future.

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10 Modern-Day Leaders in Personal Growth

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Operating sans crystal ball or time machine, we can’t say with certainty, but we have a few ideas we feel pretty confident about. Her career started as a trading assistant on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, a position she left for publishing, working at Gourmet and Mademoiselle magazines.

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SUCCESS’ 2024 Women of Influence

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She’s also been recognized as one of the Most Influential Women in Corporate America by Savoy magazine and as one of the Top 25 Influential Black Women in Business by The Network Journal. She’s also been featured in Authority magazine, Pasadena magazine and Voyage LA. Cornish is the co-author of It’s Work! With the U.S.

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