The Best Articles in Career
The most useful articles and videos in Career from around the web—beginners to advanced—curated by thought leaders and our community. We focus on timeless pieces and update the list whenever we discover new, must-read articles or videos—make sure to bookmark and revisit this page.
Top 5 Career Articles
At a glance: these are the articles that have been most read, shared, and saved in Career by Refind users in 2023.
Videos
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How the World's Most Successful People Think - Polina Marinova Pompliano, Author of Hidden Genius
In her new book, Hidden Genius, Polina Pompliano discusses the simple, actionable habits that have helped some of the most recognizable people in the world ...
Fitness Coach Nimai Delgado ON: How Failure Is A Part Of Success
Are you unsure about your career path? Are you trying to build financial stability? This conversation with fitness coach Nimai Delgado offers fresh insights ...
"Listener's Judo" as a skill goes beyond active listening. #shorts
Chris Voss is the Founder and CEO of the Black Swan Group Ltd. He has used his many years of experience in international crisis and high stakes negotiations ...
You don’t need a degree to make 6 figures. Here’s why.
I was out of the workforce for 10 years — and now I make 6 figures. Here’s how I did it in just 10 months.Up Next ► How to Solve a Housing Crisis https://www...
Maya Shankar: Why change is so scary
Unexpected change like an accident, an illness or a relationship that suddenly ends is inevitable -- and disorienting. With a heartfelt and optimistic take on life's curveballs, cognitive scientist…
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New to Career? These articles make an excellent introduction.
What is the Best Piece of Advice You Received?
The words that transformed the lives of women leaders
What is Personal Branding? Everything You Need to Know
Are you struggling to get customers for your business? Think about your personal brand and if that may be the problem. What is personal branding? It’s a way to market yourself to build name…
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How to make networking events less awkward: Be a croissant, not a bagel
Networking expert Robbie Samuels explains why adapting the attitude of a croissant is more likely to create meaningful job connections — and shares ways to make networking feel more natural.
How to become an expert
The path to mastery is long, winding and hugely fulfilling. Use this map to navigate and overcome any bumps along the way
How to know what you really want
From career choices to new purchases, use René Girard’s mimetic theory to resist the herd and forge your own path in life
«These are people whose desires are in some sense intertwined with your own – they can affect your desires, and you can in turn affect theirs»
How to Learn from Your Failures
Research suggests that we need to overcome some emotional and cognitive barriers if we’re to learn from our defeats—but it can be done.
«Failure bruises the ego, that metaphorical seat of our self-esteem and self-importance. When we fail, we feel threatened—and that sense of threat can trigger a fight-or-flight response.»
How to pick a side project strategically
Three important criteria for picking a side project are longevity, the monetization sweet spot, and the scope.
«identify the primary search keywords, find their search volume, and analyze the top ranking websites.»
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The best way to unlock potential? Don’t focus on raw talent
By all accounts, Philipp Meyer is a talented writer. He has won the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and been a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. His novels have been compared to the pantheon of Faulkner,…
«Meyer’s story is a reminder that our cultural obsession with raw talent is misguided. To truly unlock potential — either your own or that of the people you lead and teach — you must refine your shortcomings, too.»
10 Ways to Stand Out from the Crowd
The Curiosity Chronicle has quickly become one of the most popular newsletters for growth-minded individuals in the world. Each week, subscribers receive a deep dive that covers topics ranging from…
If You Want to Achieve Your Dreams, You Have to Be A Little Crazy
How do you achieve your dreams? The right mindset is important. When you have the best thinking pattern, you can execute your goals.
Wild Minds
Eliud Kipchoge, the world’s best marathon runner, was being held in a staging room during the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo. He and two other runners – Bashir Abdi from Belgium and Abdi Nageeye of the…
«Part of this is realizing that people who are capable of achieving incredible things often take risks that can backfire just as powerfully.»
The Most Important Question of Your Life — Tom Greene
It’s the single most important question of every man’s life. And, it’s imperative that you know the answer.
Short Articles
Short on time? Check out these useful short articles in Career—all under 10 minutes.
The 8 Stages of Life That Make or Break You
There are eight main stages of life. And we grow (or not) depending on our ability to overcome the "crises" that these stages bring.
«Erikson believed people could face the above conflicts at different points in their life, not just in the age range he identified.»
Intelligent vs. Smart
Here’s an important distinction to make in life. Some people are intelligent but don’t have a lick of smarts. Their ability to succeed in the world might surprise you on the downside. Others lack…
«writes, “If you can talk with crowds and keep your virtue, Or walk with Kings, nor lose the common touch,” you’re on your way to greatness»
Self-Efficacy: The Key to Understanding What Motivates You
What is self-efficacy and the three most important takeaways to succeed with challenging goals
«Self-efficacy is your belief that you can succeed in taking a particular course of action.»
235. The Danger of Complacency and How to Avoid It
Achieving your goal is awesome. It's what happens next that is most important.
«When you become the best, it’s easy to think that all the things you did to achieve success are the same things you should do to maintain it.»
Stop looking for The One: The Inverted Pyramid of Life
When you’re a kid, the world is full of possibilities. Nothing seems to be impossible. No question or topic seems trivial enough not to wonder about it. It’s a wonderful exploratory phase. You may…
«As a child, we are full of potential. As a student, we can explore our affinities. As an adult, we open up a world of opportunities.»
Long Articles
These are some of the most-read long-form articles in Career.
How to Succeed at Failing, Part 1: The Chain of Events
How to Succeed at Failing, Part 1: The Chain of Events - Freakonomics
How to succeed and find meaning in a "post-career" world
A struggling actor turned on-set intimacy coordinator. A CEO who quit to fight climate change as a consultant and politician. An Army sergeant who became a painter, an accountant who became a small…
How to Do Great Work
July 2023If you collected lists of techniques for doing great work in a lot of different fields, what would the intersection look like? I decided to find out by making it.Partly my goal was to create…
«The trouble with exponential growth is that the curve feels flat in the beginning. It isn't; it's still a wonderful exponential curve»
You Probably Shouldn’t Work at a Startup
It’s overrated—both financially and emotionally
Thought Leaders
We monitor hundreds of thought leaders, influencers, and newsletters in Career, including:

DANN©
World's fastest web/product designer ➟ Helping design @hytopiagg ➟ Making videos for designers ➟ Event host ➟ Future barista ➟ Stay at home Dad

She Negotiates
We help women claim their value, earn their worth, and smash glass ceilings 🔥 On negotiating during the pandemic:

Anita Zielina
Strategic Advisory, Management & Leadership Dev for Media & Digital @betterleaders_ & @newmarkjschool 👩💻 - Board @newsproduct @orf - 🇦🇹 and 🇺🇸

Absolutely_Abby

Kathryn Minshew
Founder @TheMuse, Author of @TheNewRules of Work, travel & snack addict. I get things done.
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