Having explored the Mariana Trench, the summit of Everest, and the edge of space, Victor Vescovo knows what awe feels like in its most dramatic forms. What surprised him most was how often that same feeling appears in everyday life.

From Charles Schwab to Jensen Huang, great leaders never attribute their success to flawless planning — they point instead to what went wrong.

These expert-recommended books reveal how big ideas can shape — and sometimes redefine — human progress.

One of the many reasons I love my job is that, on any given week, I get to talk with a dozen or so smart, thoughtful L&D leaders to hear […]

In a world of fast answers, leadership shaped by suffering is radical — and transformative.

“There are at least three very much interrelated misconceptions about trauma right now.”

In this excerpt from "The First Eight," Congressman Jim Clyburn shares the story of Robert Smalls, the man whose audience with Lincoln may have saved the Union army.

Welcome to The Nightcrawler — a weekly newsletter from Eric Markowitz covering tech, innovation, and long-term thinking.

Andrew Markell — philosopher, martial artist, and CEO advisor — argues that true endurance comes from desire, ritual, and learning to evolve through chaos.

“There would be something very, very empty and meaningless about [a] sort of life with no problems.”

Everywhere we turn, we’re surrounded by polished images of how life should look, and even though we know perfection isn’t real, this can leave us feeling stuck. In this class, Oliver Burkeman invites us to see through that illusion and embrace our limitations, revealing a more grounded path to productivity that actually works for real, imperfect people.

Welcome to The Nightcrawler — a weekly newsletter from Eric Markowitz covering tech, innovation, and long-term thinking.

What happens when your boss decides to weaponize positivity in the workplace?

Life's "in-between" stages pack unique cognitive benefits — if you know how to tap into them.

“The media is 10x more likely to describe experiences of being alone as negative, as compared to positive.” Psychologist Ethan Kross shares how reframing the idea of loneliness can help us feel more peace when we’re on our own.

Leadership demands resilience, as it involves navigating high-stakes decisions amid challenges like market shifts, but venture capitalist Ben Horowitz advises that embracing tough problems rather than avoiding them is key to moving forward.

A great idea requires resilience, persistence, and effective marketing for success, as highlighted by former GE vice chair Beth Comstock, who defines a "changemaker" as someone willing to take risks to achieve their vision.

Today’s fast-paced job market requires agility and a new career strategy, as traditional paths of starting at the bottom and retiring with a pension are increasingly rare, according to journalist Neil Irwin.

Former NBA player Shane Battier, known for his resilience and team-boosting skills rather than standout statistics, uses his basketball journey to highlight the fundamental principles of effective productivity regimens.

The average American works 1,700 hours annually, but Buddhist meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg suggests that instead of reserving relaxation for weekends, we should incorporate mindfulness into our daily lives for greater happiness and connection both at work and home.

Astronauts like Chris Hadfield and Scott Parazynski exemplify risk mitigation, demonstrating that their contingency planning skills are applicable to various challenges on Earth, from budgeting to managing Fortune 500 companies.

In a crisis, trust, resilience, and accountability are essential, as emphasized by CEO and former Navy SEAL Brent Gleeson, who believes that cultivating a strong culture is key to achieving these qualities.

In a world filled with distractions, success hinges on your ability to connect, making sales skills essential for everyone, as emphasized by author Daniel Pink.

Professor Cass Sunstein defines "sludge" as the unnecessary bureaucracy and frictions, like long wait times and excessive paperwork, that hinder access to desired outcomes, suggesting organizations can improve experiences by minimizing these obstacles.

Leadership speaker Jon Acuff emphasizes that while no job or life is perfect and starting over is sometimes necessary, you can successfully navigate transitions by leveraging the skills, qualities, and connections you've developed throughout your career.

Nathalie Molina Niño suggests that while big cities offer opportunities, businesses can thrive by targeting underserved markets in smaller areas and adopting a scrappy entrepreneurial mindset to find low-cost resources and build strategic partnerships for scalable success.

Positive psychologist Tal Ben-Shahar argues that while resilience is valuable, developing antifragility through the SPIRE model—focusing on Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Relational, and Emotional well-being—is even more beneficial for achieving happiness.

To enhance professional fulfillment, Liz Wiseman advocates for becoming an impact player—delivering exceptional value and aligning efforts with organizational priorities—without sacrificing well-being, thus earning independence and credibility while avoiding burnout.

This class, featuring insights from Michael Strahan and Ginni Rometty, emphasizes learning from failure, building resilience through relationships, and fostering a growth mindset, ultimately equipping participants with strategies to thrive amidst uncertainty and embrace personal and professional growth.

This class equips participants with strategies from experts like David Goggins, Amy Cuddy, and Dr. Rudolph Tanzi to enhance mental strength and emotional well-being through mindfulness, body-mind techniques, and compassionate emotional processing, ultimately fostering resilience and personal growth.