Transit X’s plan would set up fast-moving, solar-powered personal transit units to whisk you anywhere you wanted to go. 1/5 [Photo: courtesy of Transit X] BY ADELE PETERS4 MINUTE READ Self-driving cars might not solve the problem of rush-hour traffic, and in cities...

The worst possible advice is to “lower your expectations.” Instead, it is far more powerful to: “Expect everything and attach to nothing.” — Carrie Campbell The recent hit film, Molly’s Game, written and produced by Aaron Sorkin, is about the story of Molly Bloom. She...

We’ve all experienced the nagging dread and anxiety that accompanies procrastination. Procrastination (avoiding specific tasks) and avoidance (a more general pattern) can also cause problems in relationships, especially if you make a habit of avoiding things or you...

Self-help advice isn’t exactly in short supply. There are research-backed tips out there for boosting confidence, resilience, risk taking, and adaptability. The message is pretty clear: Feel better about yourself or change your beliefs about what you’re capable of,...

Americans spend more than 10 hours every day staring at screens. But researchers are developing cutting-edge interfaces that could change the way we interact with digital media–interfaces that, in many cases, don’t require screens at all. Instead, your skin is the...

If you’ve ever wondered why some people get more things done, it may not have anything to do with their supply of willpower. They’re probably tapping into inner tendencies that motivate them to act, says Gretchen Rubin, author of The Four Tendencies: The Indispensable...

The first time I had the responsibility to actually lead people, I can’t remember saying a single thing that felt leaderly. All I was thinking was: “I hope I don’t blow this.” But when our team had it’s first real challenge, I could tell that some of what I said...

Regardless of your role, having great communication skills only improves your ability to lead. It helps you better motivate your team, create a culture of open and honest feedback, and keep people organized and on the right track. As someone who works in public...

Jeff Bezos has gained some serious muscle during his time as CEO of Amazon. Despite his 100 hour work week, Elon Musk makes it a point to squeeze in two workout sessions a week. Nicolas Cole works out 6 to 7 times per week despite being a CEO of Digital Press and a 4x...

The quality of your sleep affects every other aspect of your life. A bad night’s sleep doesn’t just mean you’ll be tired the next day. You’re more likely to forget things, have trouble focusing for long periods of time, and are more prone to making bad decisions....