I have loved this quote recently because it really makes me think. What am I doing and, most importantly, why am I doing it? In this business, you may feel like a mere order taker for a 30-year ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. John Hall covers entrepreneurial topics that help companies grow. In the words of the great American writer Mark Twain: “Find a ...

Many of us are blind to our best qualities. When asked to name our strengths, we often come up empty-handed or we say something that isn't very meaningful. What we tend to miss is to label our most ...

In childhood, most of us were asked what we'd want to be when we grew up. We might have thought about how we enjoyed spending our time, or what we were naturally gifted at. We might've had a quick ...

Ideally, we should all be able to pursue a career that fully aligns with our interests and passions. But America does not always allow that. It is hard, and money is power. Thus, it makes complete ...

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - When South Florida real estate agent Anna Collins saw the bottom drop out of the market, she needed a new career. Today, she is a comedian who performs at local clubs. Jan ...

We’ve all heard the phrase “follow your passion”—but is that good business advice? If you’ve dreamed of being an entrepreneur, you might be wondering whether passion is necessary for success. The ...

I consider myself a relentless optimist. When the headlines report climate disasters and political setbacks, I choose hope. Not because I ignore the gravity of what’s happening (tragic things will ...

Americans love to say things like "follow your passion," "pursue your dreams," or "do what you love and love what you do." But do these mantras truly represent the path to vocational clarity, personal ...