My 2024 Word(s) of The Year
For many years, I’ve had a tradition of choosing a word of the year. Rather than setting resolutions, the word of the year gives me
For many years, I’ve had a tradition of choosing a word of the year. Rather than setting resolutions, the word of the year gives me
“Leap, and the net will appear” is a quotation I definitely pasted in a journal or on a vision board at some point in my
They say the best book to write is the one you wish you had and couldn’t find — and that’s exactly why I wrote Getting
When I was a sophomore in high school, I had my first and only lead role in my high school’s musical. That year, it was
I was recently at the nail salon, and I had to pick a color for my manicure. There must have been at least 400 options,
As I continue my year of refinement, I want to take some time to reflect on my biggest refinement to date: deleting my Facebook and
On Friday, December 23, as I was checking off my final to-do list items for 2022 (you know I love a good checklist), I felt
As many of you know, I center each new year around one defining word. This year, that word is: REFINE Some of you may have
I noticed in my October newsletter that many of you clicked on the link to my new suit. What I didn’t say is that I
I once referred to myself as a “control freak” in front of a friend. “Don’t be so hard on yourself,” she said. , “You’re not
I recently learned that I don’t have to be good at something to enjoy it. I took a Pilates class for the first time while
Being an entrepreneur isn’t easy. We have a lot to deal with and often very little time to do it. While every individual and business
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Since the start of Covid, I’ve become increasingly vocal about my own lifelong struggle with anxiety and how it
Facebook lost roughly 1 million daily active users in the last few months of 2021. I’m one of them. As part of my declared “year
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As part of my professional and personal growth, every January I select a new word to be my mantra in the coming year. But this
Last month, I presented an all-day, in-person multigenerational management session. The training went well, BUT… I wore a pair of adorable almond-toe, skinny-heeled black suede
I’m calling it now: Mental health in the workplace is going to be the HR headline for 2022. I’m hearing from employees and leaders at
We’re currently in what I’ve been referring to as the “messy middle” of the pandemic return-to-office experience. Many people planned to return in September, but
When Covid-19 first emerged, I started to think about all the people thrown unexpectedly into career transition because of the pandemic, lockdowns and economic fallout.
In my book, The Remix, I offer seven “rules for remixers.” Rule #6 feels particularly relevant right now: Don’t change what works.
Workplace trends that were already taking place have only accelerated due to the coronavirus. My new book, Recalculating, is a guide to help you navigate the changing world of work.
Did you ever take an IQ test during high school? Was your class ever separated into the “advanced” or “honors” section and the no-name “regular”
Here is a quotation that I share in my training programs on generational diversity: “I see no hope for the future of our people if
Most of us tend to hang around with people who are “like us,” that is, who share commonalities in background, personality, interests, and yes, age.
Just over two decades ago in August 1997, professionals were hit with a revolutionary concept when business guru Tom Peters wrote an article for Fast
The latecomers who crowd into my yoga class. The in-flight WiFi that never seems to work. An appointment that runs super long, throwing a wrench
Happy 2018 and welcome to my annual ritual of choosing a word of the year for the upcoming 12 months. Picking a “word of the
Thanksgiving is just around the corner,and whether your celebration entails a traditional family affair or its contemporary cousin, “Friendsgiving,” your festivity may include the custom
There is a lot of buzz right now about millennials’ desire for “purpose” in their work. The truth, however, is that a desire for meaning
Have you ever worked for someone with exceptional communication skills? Whether they have a knack for simplifying a complex topic or inspiring a team with
When you think of summer — sun! Smoothies! vacation! Fridays off! — you may assume that work stress is packed away with your winter coat
While yoga’s benefits are well documented, I was a bit resistant to try it — I didn’t start practicing regularly until I turned 40 a
Question: Does every day of summer have to be “lazy”? I love a good beach read — and, of course, just relaxing by the pool
Do you generally prefer emailing, texting or talking on the phone? Do you love it when people write their whole message in the email subject
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She had me at “weird.” I couldn’t wait to dig into Jennifer Romolini’s brand new book, Weird In a World That’s Not: A Career Guide
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Lately I’ve been watching a lot of documentaries – in March, it was backup singers in 20 Feet from Stardom, and this month it’s stand-up
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Have you seen the documentary 20 Feet from Stardom? I recently watched it (a little late, I know), and I was struck by several insights
Do you wonder if you’re giving your employees feedback that can help them excel at their jobs — and feel more included? Chances are, we
Do you enjoy a good joke during the work day? The problem is that sticky issue of what makes a joke “good” and work-appropriate. Some
In a recent blog post, I discussed a common trait I find among most successful professionals: They are committed to continuous learning and development. As
Nope, this post isn’t about my “word of the year.” (If you haven’t read about the word I chose for 2017, get the scoop here!)
In 2016 my life became a lot less hectic as I employed my word of the year: Simplify. I added more breathing room in my
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Some productivity zealots are obsessed with “inbox zero,” but you might also be looking to conquer “to-do list zero.” Whether you’re a to-do list app
As I talk to successful professionals I admire, I am often struck by one commonality: They are committed to always studying their craft. To me,
When I wrote Becoming the Boss, one of my goals was to highlight how I moved my own career from beginner to boss. I love
It’s nothing new to give thanks for our loved ones on Thanksgiving. But as we think of our family and friends, it’s also a good
“I have no place to put my new award! I’m running out of wall space in my office!” “So don’t love my new haircut, but
Have you heard the term “bleisure?” Combine the ongoing conversation about work/life blend with our need to replace the term Brangelina and this is the
Feel like you’re sending even more email these days? You’re not just imagining it: Recent research from Adobe found that people report spending 17% more
Before there was “Grumpy Cat,” there was “Hang In There” cat. Most of us remember seeing that poster tacked up in a break room
If you’ve heard a lot about millennials’ financial challenges (they hop between jobs, they’re strapped with student loan debt), you might be surprised to know
As autumn sets in, my social media feed is becoming clogged with #FallLovers waxing eloquently about PSLs (pumpkin spice lattes for the uninitiated), chunky sweaters,
As the dog days of summer approach, many employees flee the heat and humidity of August for a shady mountain or breezy beach. I’m counting
At this point, most of us have heard of Marie Kondo and her best-selling manifesto, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. She suggests decluttering by
I bet I know what you’re doing right now. You’re reading this post, singing along to the “Hamilton” soundtrack and composing a text on your
Many professionals I know choose a “word of the year” that becomes their mantra and focus for 12 months. My personal word for 2016? “Simplify.”
As you set your New Year’s resolutions (mine include eating less sugar and reading more fiction — book recommendations welcome!), don’t forget to set some
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Do you ever feel like a fake? If you’re a leader today and you’ve felt some occasional insecurity in your role, you’re far from alone.
Thanks to everyone that commented and shared my last post – I loved hearing about all of the ways you are staying productive this holiday
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I’m happy to announce that I’ve just signed on as a “networking expert” with Campus Calm, a website that promises to help college students manage
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I am thrilled to share the news that my friend and podcast co-host Christine Hassler has just released a must-read book for twentysomethings: 20-Something Manifesto:
My name is Lindsey and I am a recovering yes-woman. Why is it that saying yes—even when it means changing our entire schedule, canceling other
It was an absolutely beautiful weekend here in the New York area, and I spent it with my best girlfriends in the world, who were
I’m very excited to start writing my own blog. Special thanks to Emmie Twombly (Bates College ’08) for the final push into the blogosphere. .
Lindsey Pollak is a New York Times bestselling author, international speaker and often described as a “generational translator.” She is the author of four career and workplace advice books, including The Remix: How to Lead and Succeed in the Multigenerational Workplace. Her speaking audiences and consulting clients have included more than 300 top corporations, law firms and universities, and her insights have appeared in such media outlets as The TODAY Show, The Wall Street Journal and CNBC. Lindsey is a graduate of Yale University and is a proud member of Generation X.