You’ve probably heard of the 10,000-hour rule — the idea that it takes 10,000 hours of focused practice to master something. What most people miss is this:It’s not just about mastery. It’s about becoming someone you didn’t know you could be. When I first heard that number, I thought of it like a finish line — something you cross, a … Read More
Stop Playing Small: Why Your Work Deserves to Mean More
Somewhere along the way, many of us were taught to be realistic. Practical. Safe. Choose the job that pays the bills, stick with what you’re good at, don’t rock the boat. The problem? Playing it safe for too long becomes a cage—and eventually, a habit. And as Nelson Mandela once said: “There is no passion to be found playing small … Read More
Who Moved My Success? Imposter Syndrome When the Definition of Success Keeps Changing
Introduction You’ve done what was asked. You’ve performed, delivered, maybe even over-delivered. There are wins on your résumé, praise in your inbox, promotions in your past. By all visible standards, you’re succeeding. So why does it still feel so shaky? The answer might not be about you at all—it might be about the system around you. In today’s workplace, the … Read More
Top 3 Ways to Improve Work Performance
Improving work performance is often framed as a matter of working harder, longer, or faster. But the most effective professionals tend to take a different route: they think differently. They’re strategic, self-aware, and always evolving. Here are three non-obvious but powerful ways to seriously level up your performance at work—without burning out. 1. Figure Out the Black Swans Before They … Read More
The Human Edge: Jobs AI Will Not Replace
As artificial intelligence charges ahead — reshaping industries, rewriting workflows, and reinventing how we work — one question keeps popping up in team meetings, career chats, and even late-night social scrolls:“Is AI coming for my job?” It’s a fair concern. AI is remarkably good at crunching numbers, spotting patterns, and handling repetitive tasks faster than any human could. But here’s … Read More