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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Do you ever think to yourself, "My situation has always been the same — I'm stuck, and I just need to play the cards I'm dealt with"? If you have done this, you are dragging yourself down with a fixed mindset. Alternatively, a growth mindset means that you prosper despite challenges and obstacles because you see them as catalysts for change and don't see failure as a way to describe yourself. Events or actions that don't work out as intended or desired are learning experiences, ways to grow in every facet of your life and a way to further develop your abilities. Your intelligence, talents and, most importantly, wisdom require setbacks to stimulate fundamental transformation and growth. We're all familiar with the saying, "No pain, no gain." However, Arnold Schwarzenegger took that comparison to a new level when he likened the pain of training with the feelings ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. This article originally published Nov. 24, 2015.  With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I wanted to share with you 20 quotes that really help put into perspective the power and importance of being thankful more of the time and not just on one particular day out of the year. https://www.tausiinsider.com/20-quotes-on-the-importance-of-thankfulness-and-gratitude/?feed_id=333092&_unique_id=6473e48a5272d

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I don't like my neighbor. He is old, conservative and very loud at times when our kids are sleeping. There are many more reasons, but let's get into the real topic of this article. I eventually found ways to switch my anger and release it from my body. At some point, I just realized that it is not healthy for myself or for my family. The person who was most frustrated was me, and the other person even didn't know it. I just realized that this is not the role model that I want to be for my kids, so I started my own journey to fix this. Here are some ways you can do it, too: 1. Gratitude post of the week This became a real tradition for me! At the end of the week, I wrote a post on social media highlighting all the things that I am grateful for. Especially as entrepreneurs, we so often focus on and stress about things that need to be done, but this allowed me to focus on the real important ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. It's the best shopping time of the year, and we're already releasing doorbuster deals throughout the month of November. But with these limited-time deals, you have to act fast, because they won't last long. StackCommerce Entrepreneurs who want to invest in their personal and professional development in 2023 should consider grabbing The Unlimited Lifetime Learning Subscription Bundle ft. Rosetta Stone while it's on sale for its lowest price ever. But this offer is only available for two days, so take advantage of this educational package while you can — these deals will sell out. This special bundle combines lifetime subscriptions to Rosetta Stone and StackSkills Unlimited. Rosetta Stone, as you probably know, has been referred to as the "gold standard of language education." It's been trusted for...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. This column originally published on Nov. 26, 2014. Shutterstock Thanksgiving comes around once a year, but what if we adopted the mindset that every day was Thanksgiving and were intentional about the people and things in our lives that we're thankful for? https://www.tausiinsider.com/why-you-should-treat-every-day-like-thanksgiving/?feed_id=332864&_unique_id=6465ca2b4b58a

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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. I was watching Good Morning America recently and saw a segment in which they recommended people take short breaks in between work tasks. The program cited an analysis in the journal PLOS ONE showing that "microbreaks" during the workday increase energy and decrease fatigue. This is the essence of the recovery methodology I've learned from research and personal experience, dating back to my days as a teenage lifeguard at Jones Beach in New York. We focus on practicing what I call resilience rituals and how they help us combat depletion, exhaustion and burnout while rebuilding resilience. The forces driving us toward burnout are chronic stress (driven in part by being constantly engaged online), multitasking and forgetting to tend to the needs of our bodies and minds. The results can be catastrophic for our health and wellbeing, but there's good news: Resilience rituals, if practice...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Life in business is a never-ending series of ebbs and flows. The moment we learn to surf one wave, conditions change and we must paddle furiously to catch the next. Change is a constant, not a single passing event. As leaders, we need to prepare accordingly. No matter how high the swells or how many times we get knocked off the board, we can't afford to take our eyes off the wave we're on or those looming on the horizon. Great change leaders know how to live in the present and the future, they know when it is and isn't appropriate to implement change, and lastly, they know how to embed change resilience into their organizations. Related: How to Become the Change-Enforcing Leader Every Company Needs to Scale Stay laser-focused on the now, but live in the future To be effective, leaders must learn how to distribute their focus between the present and the future. They need to be able to pour...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You're under a soft blanket with a fire roaring in the fireplace, snow is falling outside, you have a warm drink that may or may not have a few extra ingredients, and you're settling in to read a book you've been meaning to get to for months; instead, you're reading emails on your phone. You've been looking forward to this time off for six months, so why can't you seem to enjoy it? In today's world, it's harder than ever to unplug and take a break. When we finally do, we can't settle into it — our minds are so accustomed to staying "on" that we've lost the ability to turn them off. I've been guilty of it myself, and my two tweens have asked me more than once to put my phone away on vacation. So, what can we do to balance our responsibilities at work with our desire to be present during our time off? I can't say I have the perfect approach (hin...

Disclosure: Our goal is to feature products and services that we think you'll find interesting and useful. If you purchase them, Entrepreneur may get a small share of the revenue from the sale from our commerce partners. Nobody's career path is the same. Wanting to change to a new field is more common than you think, and it's possible regardless of your current role or what you studied. Diverse backgrounds in certain fields can lead to innovations and process improvements. Shutterstock While starting something new can be nerve-wracking, making the jump could be one of the best decisions you've ever made. No matter your background, your experience offers valuable contributions. Depending on how aligned your current field is with your next step, you may need to start over in an entry-level role to gain more experience. Searching online job boards like ZipRecruiter and ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. No one wants to work forever, but that doesn't mean retirement is easy for everyone. In fact, according to one recent survey, it scares 40% of Americans more than death. Of course, lack of income and insurance topped their lists of why , but also among the main responses were a desire to stay mentally and physically active and to maintain valued networks of colleagues and friends. However, people who fear retirement because they imagine facing their days without professional fulfillment should know that enriching experiences still await them — often because of retirement, not despite it. No one has to retire to an empty void of solitude unless that is the kind of retirement they desire. Instead, retirement can and should be whatever you need so that you can continue to grow and thrive, even if that means working. Related: 6 Reasons to Pursue Entrepreneurship in Retirement Retirement lite "R...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As a business leader, it's important to be aware of the unique challenges that LGBTQIA+ employees face in the workplace. Mental health is an important issue for all employees, but it can be especially challenging for members of the LGBTQIA+ community to get their mental health needs met, especially as they are often targeted by violence and discrimination. Here are six ways to support LGBTQIA+ employees' mental health in your business. Related: 5 Simple Ways to Do More for Your Employees' Mental Health This Week 1. Create a safe and welcoming space Make sure that LGBTQIA+ employees feel safe in the workplace by actively creating an environment of inclusion. This includes having policies to prevent discrimination and creating safe spaces where members of the LGBTQIA+ community can come together to socialize and support one another. Why it works : Studies have shown that environments of in...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. With the holiday season upon us and the end of another year quickly approaching, it can cause frenetic feelings about wrapping up final projects. On the other hand, it may offer a chance to reflect on how far we've come since January. Most of us fall somewhere in between, and it can be easy to lose focus as December 31 approaches. However, this holiday season, carve out time to tackle a few to-dos that will set you up nicely for the year ahead, give you space to think about what you've already achieved and prepare you for 2023. Related: 5 Things Entrepreneurs Should Focus on During the Holidays 1. Write three goals you want to accomplish Whether you have ongoing monthly or quarterly goals, it's wise to set three larger goals you want to accomplish in the new year. Consider if you want to switch direction come January or build upon what you've already created. Start big. Then, create a...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The holiday season is such a busy time that you might not think of taking on a side hustling gig. It's the perfect time to do so because you are not the only one whose time is stretched to the limit. Everyone is going in ten directions at once; now's your chance to step in, lend a hand, and make some excellent side-hustle money. Maybe you'd like to earn for that weekend getaway during the cold winter months or pay off those smoking-hot credit cards after your busy shopping season. Let's look at some tremendous seasonal side hustles that also let you enjoy the fun of the holidays. Related: The Holiday Season Means More People Take on Side Hustles — the Difference This Year? They Don't Plan to Quit Anytime Soon. 1. Take your e-business live at a show or festival The holiday season is bustling with craft fairs and shopping festivals. Here's your chance to combine a side hustle wi...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The year was 1980. I sat in the august anteroom of one of the nation's leading private foundations waiting to meet its CEO, a man who possessed the resources to provide much-needed financial resources to the small, nonprofit art and design college I'd recently founded. With barely 100 students at the time, SCAD was a scrappy, young startup and needed all the financial support we could get. Even to have landed an appointment with this powerful man was, in its own way, a victory. Every year, his foundation contributed millions of dollars to other nonprofit art organizations and institutions of higher learning. I had a strong case to make for SCAD and the evidence to back it up, including our first SCAD catalog, which I'd written and published myself. I believed SCAD would change the world and transform higher education in the process, with our mission to prepare students for creative profes...

Job interviews are not exactly everyone's idea of a good time. They can bring about stress, anxiety and a bit of nerves. However, stress often comes from a sense of being unprepared. So what if you discovered that being as prepared as possible could reduce your stress on the big day? Whether you're a brand new job seeker or a seasoned professional, this article will walk you through the interview process, help you show potential employers why you want to work for their company and how to ace their questions every time. One of the toughest questions you'll get is also probably the most obvious. Why do you want this job? Why are you interested? However straightforward the question seems, it can be surprisingly challenging to come up with a good answer. Should you focus on your career path and aspects of the company's mission and business practices that resonate with your goals, such as eco-friendly products or community service initiatives? Or should you ta...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Want to be bolder in 2023? Start by clarifying your purpose. Before you take any action, spend some time reflecting on your values and what is most important to you. Visualize where you want to be in 12 months and the kind of life you want to live. Once these goals are clearer, work to create an action plan and write it down. Think bold and big, and get creative when it comes to planning out how to reach your goals. Consider new strategies, resources or people who can help propel you forward. Take some thoughtful risks, and set yourself up for success by making use of all the resources available to you. One of the best ways to create your best year yet is by being bold and daring. This means taking risks, speaking up and going after what you want. When you take a risk, it can be scary, but it could also lead to amazing opportunities. Being willing to step out of your comfort zone can open up many doo...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As the owner of several digital marketing companies, I've found that mindfulness has played a crucial role in my success over the years. Not only has it helped me to stay focused and productive, but it has also allowed me to approach challenges and difficult situations with a clear and calm mind. Mindfulness helps us to stay focused and present in the moment. As entrepreneurs, we often have a lot of tasks and responsibilities vying for our attention, whether it's two dozen tabs open in our browser or six consecutive Zoom meetings on a Tuesday afternoon. It can be easy to get overwhelmed and lose sight of what's most important. Mindfulness allows us to quiet our racing thoughts and stay focused on the task at hand, which can greatly improve our productivity and effectiveness. I think all entrepreneurs can benefit from this important aspect of self-improvement, and in this article, I'll...