African Proverb of the Day: 'A child that is not embraced by the village...'-Life lessons on belonging, community, compassion, and why every child needs to feel seen and valuedAn ancient African proverb warns that a child rejected by their village will seek warmth through destruction. This wisdom underscores the u...
02 Jun, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
Quote of the day by Confucian philosopher Xunzi: ‘I once tried standing up on my toes to see far out in the distance, but…’ powerful life lesson by Chinese scholar on self-improvement, wisdom and escaping the trap of limited thinkingQuote of the day: Xunzi’s words feel especially relevant in the age of social media and constant comparison. Many people assume success com...
31 May, 2026, 07.31 PM IST
Psychology says people who succeed at almost everything don’t just have luck or a Midas Touch, but these mental traits often do the trickThe psychology behind people who seem to succeed at almost everything suggests their achievements are rarely the result of luck or natural ...
31 May, 2026, 11.18 AM IST
WeWork CEO John Santora's warning to senior leaders on Gen Z: 'AI is not going to provide empathy, leadership, and mentoring.'Young professionals face a tough job market, with AI's rise causing anxiety. However, experts suggest this is a cyclical shift, not an AI-d...
25 May, 2026, 06.36 PM IST
Why are some incredibly talented people bad at teaching? Karate Kid star Ralph Macchio explains: ‘Just because you have experience driving doesn't necessarily mean…’Ralph Macchio, known for The Karate Kid, emphasizes that experience in a skill doesn't automatically translate to teaching ability. True me...
23 May, 2026, 02.18 PM IST
“Excited for the job, fired in 5 days” — Viral Reddit post exposes the frightening reality of modern corporate training trapsAfter spending nearly six months searching for stable employment, a Reddit user says a corporate training test ended his new job in only fi...
18 May, 2026, 11.55 PM IST
Why This Sun Transit in Taurus Could Completely Change Career Paths for These 4 Zodiac SignsThe Sun transit in Taurus on May 15, 2026, is set to bring powerful career shifts, unexpected opportunities, and long-awaited professional ...
15 May, 2026, 01.13 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: 'When the winds of change blow, some people build walls and others build...' Life lessons on fear, change, innovation, and why a positive mindset is essential during challenging times to achieve successChinese proverb of the day highlights how people react to change. The proverb explains fear, innovation, adaptability, opportunity and mind...
06 May, 2026, 06.22 PM IST
Employee shares notice period struggles, cites workload, no backup and unpaid overtimeA Reddit user shared their difficult experience working extended hours during their notice period. They handled month-end closing tasks alo...
01 May, 2026, 12.42 PM IST
ET AI Hackathon 2.0 sets the stage for India’s next generation of AI buildersET AI Hackathon 2.0, an initiative by The Economic Times is now open for registrations, inviting students, developers and product thinkers ...
27 Apr, 2026, 03.37 PM IST
CA reveals why Shettys of South India are very successful in the restaurant business, shares three principles that made them stand out from the restFinancial expert Sarthak Ahuja highlights how the Shetty community, originating from Tulu Nadu, built a dominant restaurant presence across...
19 Apr, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
Chinese proverb of the day: “Your teacher can open the door, but you must enter by yourself”— Life lessons on motivation, personal growth, success and why effort and self discipline is vitalChinese proverb of the day highlights the importance of personal responsibility in learning and growth. The saying “Your teacher can open t...
18 Apr, 2026, 10.47 PM IST
African Proverb of the Day: “If you heal the leg of a person, do not be surprised if they use it to run away.”This African proverb, “If you heal the leg of a person, do not be surprised if they use it to run away.” highlights a powerful truth about ...
08 Apr, 2026, 07.28 AM IST
Employee resigns toxic workplace, finds better job. But still remembers one thing from past company. Techie’s post offers powerful leadership lesson.A software engineer shared a story of a friend's humiliating experience with toxic managers, leading to his resignation despite being offic...
03 Apr, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
Fostering mentorship: A pillar for women's empowerment in the Indian workplaceMentorship offers more than just professional guidance and a nurturing environment empowers women to develop essential skills and knowledge.
08 Mar, 2024, 11.57 AM IST
Dealing with workplace bullies? You don’t have to listen to toxic co-workersContinue to be cordial with your colleague when you have no choice.
05 May, 2022, 06.38 PM IST
Six in 10 professionals prefer to take an upskilling programme that gives them access to a mentor: SurveyA whopping 87.9% of respondents think access to a seasoned mentor can profoundly boost their career success and trajectory while 79.4% feel...
29 Jun, 2020, 01.26 PM IST