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Is your 'dream job' a nightmare in disguise? The toxic side of career idolatry
Is your dream job becoming a nightmare? Uncover the toxic side of career idolatry, learn to spot the warning signs of burnout, and reclaim a healthy work-life balance for true fulfillment.

Thriving in uncertainty: why adaptability is your most important career skill
The only constant in today's job market is change. From the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and automation to unpredictable economic shifts and evolving work models, the professional landscape is in perpetual motion. In this dynamic environment, one skill stands out as absolutely critical for long-term success and fulfillment: adaptability.

Juggling life: what's in your hands?
The Five Balls of Life: Finding Balance as a Coach. Understand the powerful analogy of work as a rubber ball and family, health, friends, and soul as fragile glass. Learn how coaching can help you achieve life balance.

Follow your passion… off a cliff? When loving your job backfires
Feeling exhausted despite loving your job? Your passion might be the problem. Explore how intense dedication can morph into burnout, make you susceptible to unfair working conditions ('passion tax'), cause tunnel vision, and dangerously fuse your identity with work. This article provides insights and practical tips for setting boundaries and finding sustainable enthusiasm in your career path.

IQ gets you hired, EQ gets you followed: why smart leaders need heart
We all know brilliant people who climbed the ladder based on their smarts (IQ). But how many of them truly connect with and inspire their teams? That often comes down to Emotional Intelligence (EQ). It's the key to navigating complexity, building trust, and creating an environment where people thrive.