The Idealist Career Advice Guide to Starting a New Job

Between meeting colleagues, mastering skills, and tackling new responsibilities, the first three months at a new job can feel invigorating. But, of course, it may take some time to build up the confidence to accomplish everything you want to do …

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Why Curiosity Is One of the Best Catalysts for Success

The Harvard Business Review claims that curiosity is having a “Gold Rush” moment, and it’s not the first time that Harvard researchers have made a business case for curiosity or suggested that “curious people are destined for the C-suite.” They …

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How to Use ‘Deliberate Practice’ to Become an Expert and Boost Your Career

We all know the saying “practice makes perfect,” but what we all don't know is the specific type of practice needed to reach perfection—and that's called “deliberate practice.”

In 1993, Swedish psychologist Anders Ericsson concluded that 10,000 hours of deliberate …

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How Career Planning Can Help You Get Ahead

Are you feeling stuck in a boring and unfulfilling job? Or maybe you’re looking for a job but you’re not clear on which career direction you should pursue? No matter what stage of your career you find yourself in, career …

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