Design Your Path

The state-of-the-art in personal development

Transforming Disengaged Students Into Insatiable Learners

With the pandemic pressing pause on education, we have a golden opportunity to reshape learning formats and engage our students like never before.

Finding Joy in Jump Rope ... And Russia

A jump rope, a chance encounter, and an open mind. How Joy Jones found joy in unexpected ways, at an unexpected age.

In Defense of Los Angeles

Maligned and misunderstood, Los Angeles is as polarizing as it is wondrous. It's also a reflection of the diversity that is all-American.

Can Passion and Purpose 'Strike'?

Have you been waiting for a passion or purpose to arrive and give you a sense of direction? Have you dabbled in many interests hoping one would stick?

Are You Coping, Coasting, or Working Through Quarantine?

In these perspective-shifting times, I find myself tired of giving or receiving advice. What is surprising you or changing you during these times of witness and distance?

What Is "Job Cobbling"?

Relentless curiosity? Short attention span? Some people are choosing "job cobbling" over picking a singular long-term career path.

30 Career Development Essentials

A comprehensive checklist of career-growing actions and resources.

How to Change the World

When we feel the world is in trouble and good people are few and far between, we must remember that the ripple of change begins with us.

"Deep Listening" Changed My Life and My Love

We can deepen our relationships by deepening our listening.

Redefining Networking, or Networking for Introverts

Networking is a career essential. It's also not what you think it is.

5 Ways to Practice the 10 Traits of Resilient People

Take action now for a more resilient future.

4 Ways Your Body Can Help You Overcome Writer's Block

The four magical and mysterious ways I relieve resistance when feeling stuck.

Start. Wasting. Time.

Unstructured free time is vital to our well-being.

The New 10 Traits of Emotionally Resilient People

These traits and practices can help us weather stressful events and grow from trauma.

Looking for a Job This Holiday Season?

The holidays can be a frustrating time for job seekers. These three tips can help make the most of the season.

We're Trying Too Hard To Find Beauty

We look for beauty and happiness in diamonds and fancy retreats. Yet we already have so much if we just look under our feet.

Burger King Was My Best Job Ever

Everything I needed to know I learned in a fast food restaurant.

Dancing With Turbulence: Coping With The Fear of Flying

Afraid of flying? How I learned to ease my fears by dancing with turbulence

Applying For Jobs Online? You Might Be Wasting Your Time

Not receiving calls from your online applications? Submitting your resume is only the first step in your smart new job search strategy.

The Resilient Artist

An interview with a career artist on what it means to be resilient in a tough industry.

Portrait of a Successful Job Seeker

Christine can land an amazing job at the drop of a hat. Robert struggles every step of the way. What are the traits of a successful job seeker?

Are You Making These Big Job Search Mistakes?

Not landing job interviews or job offers? These top job search mistakes might be sabotaging your career.

How Job Interviews Really Work

Behind the scenes of a job interview. What interviewers really look for and how to prepare.

How Do We Find Ourselves?

Struggling to find a purpose and path? Here are 15 ways people find themselves.

Does It Pay to Go to College?

The pros and cons of college in an era of stiff job competition.

18 Ways to Start a New Career Without Incurring Massive Debt

Employers are complaining about an abundance of job openings and not enough qualified candidates to fill them. Here are 18 ideas for getting experience, training, and education.