Christina DesMarais

The highest achieving people you know are probably readers. Here are the titles they just might have on their nightstand.

Self-improvement is a big theme, considering many people see the start of a new decade as an opportunity to push themselves harder.

Much will be different, relative to ten years ago.

Your thoughts, words, actions, and habits do affect the quality of your life. Practice the right things over and over again, and you’ll reap the rewards and benefits.

While it’s not possible to avoid negative states of mind entirely, some people are better than others at identifying what’s going on in their own head, processing their emotions and then moving on.

Sometimes you can spot a successful woman in the wild without knowing anything about her.

A handful of recent studies indicate the important things which parents should focus on.

You can do better than “fine.”

They contain nuggets of wisdom which you’ll want to remember.

Here are the ones high-achieving executives rely on to get ahead in business and life.

These are the words which should come to mind when people think of you.

These challenges will inspire you if you’re truly bent on self-improvement.

According to more than two dozen high achievers, it comes down to the things you do every single day.

It’s a huge waste of time, energy and productivity.

Achieving success and feeling fulfilled will take work and intention on your part.

Being average is the easiest thing in the world. Living an exceptional life is something quite different.

Most people don’t think about the fact that who you know (and how they feel about you) is what will open doors, result in partnerships and alliances, give you access to the advice you need to hear, and bring business opportunities your way.

Staying fit may not be as challenging as you’re making it out to be.

You know you need to exercise. Here’s how to cross it off your to-do list without wasting the precious minutes of your day.

Why read? It’s a practice widely held by high achievers who get ahead by learning from the wisdom of others.