Hard work pays off. You've probably heard the phrase thousands of times, but is that always the right philosophy? Marc Randolph, co-founder and former CEO of Netflix, doesn't believe that hard work is ...

Back when I was a manager hiring lots of people, I had an unusual habit at the end of each interview. I would hand the candidate two identical forms — one on white paper, one on green — and say, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Sho Dewan is a career expert who covers work, top jobs, and business. With January coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to ...

Working smarter sounds like a founder’s cheat code, but most people discover the opposite first. You try to optimize your calendar, automate workflows, and batch tasks, yet somehow you feel even more ...

Picture it: Emmy Grace, confident and determined, approaches the kitchen counter. In one corner, a pot of egg noodles. In the other, a simmering pan of meatball-packed pasta sauce. Instead of grabbing ...

Working hard is no longer the golden ticket to success. Imagine getting more done in less time while feeling less stressed. Sounds like a dream, right? It’s achievable. Working smarter doesn’t mean ...