by Deanna Parkton Early in most careers, we're taught that saying yes is a fast track to promotion. Yes to the extra project. Yes to the last-minute request. For a while, it works. You get noticed and you are praised for being a team player. Eventually, the wheels may...

by Deanna Parkton When was the last time you felt genuinely rested? Not necessarily "I got eight hours of sleep" rested, but cognitively restored and energized? If you're drawing a blank, you're in good company. If you feel like your days have been filled with more...

by Deanna Parkton If you work remotely, you may be on back-to-back video calls all day while your Slack constantly pings. Your calendar could be packed with meetings and yet, you may feel alone during the workday. If this sounds familiar, you're not imagining it. 25%...

by Deanna Parkton For most of the 20th century, a successful career typically involved finding a good company, climbing the ladder and collecting the gold watch after decades of loyalty to the same organization. That model is slowly becoming obsolete. A growing number...

by Deanna Parkton Many successful organizations have a board of directors to serve as trusted advisors. They provide guidance and help leaders navigate critical decisions. What if we took the same approach when we think about our own professional development?  A...