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Laurie Santos, famed psychology professor who teaches the most popular course in the history of Yale, encouraged us recently in Harvard’s Leadership and Happiness symposium to substitute “happiness” with “human performance” to describe the teaching we do. I agree. Let's talk.

When asked what they most want for their children, parents say “I just want them to be happy.” Then why is happiness not taught in school? Well, Harvard changed that… Here's what happened to me.

Don't hold off a decision, a performance, or a product launch in order to be perfect. As Winston Churchill wisely said, “Perfection is the enemy of progress.” Here's why.

In positive psychology research, gratitude is consistently associated with greater happiness. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, and build stronger relationships. Are you setting an example for others to follow?

“Human connection is our superpower. Good relationships help us get through life’s inevitable challenges, and they keep us happier and healthier.” How does this translate to the workplace? Let's have a conversation.

Confidence and happiness create a virtuous cycle. Believing in yourself, that you can achieve success, is a critical component of confidence. And confident people are happier. Being happy can boost confidence. And the cycle continues. Let me explain.

I thought that piecing together my learnings and hearing from readers on their favorite moments, would be a good way to memorialize my favorite show - Ted Lasso. Here we go…

Today's column from Grace Ueng concludes a series of posts about the entrepreneurial journey and the seven themes of "Project Peak." Enjoy!

We all have our differences, if not ethnicity, it can be a personality or communication difference. Many of us are breaking some type of ceiling - glass, bamboo, or other - by speaking up about what we believe in where we have an uncommon point of view. What is your difference? What ceiling are you breaking?

A leader isn’t a decision maker, but rather the maker of a decision-making factory. They are the architect creating a structure and a way of interacting among their team so that the good decisions come out. By listening, the leader builds trust and fosters loyalty and grows the self esteem of the individuals on their team.