Isn’t it unreal how many messages that aren’t the one you’re waiting for can hit your inbox in one day? When you’re eager for follow-up about the bevy of résumés you’ve circulated, it’s tortuous to hear that ping that promises news . . . only to find another meaningless message. Waiting is hard. It’s humbling. …

1. They don’t waste time feeling sorry for themselves. You can’t moan and lead at the same time. That’s why I crafted my 24-hour rule: When life treats me rotten, I indulge in 24 hours of self-pity. I complain. I mope. I drive my poor wife, Margaret, and my inner circle nuts. But then I …

Every manager’s been there before. One moment, your team is happy, performance is high, and your budget numbers feel almost too good to be true. For once, you feel like a corporate Tom Brady, leading an unstoppable, well-oiled machine down the field. But then your star performer comes into your office when you least expect …

1. Be honest about why you’re mad. If your brother is bragging about his latest Costa Rican adventure, consider what insecurity his trip is triggering for you. Have you always felt like he was more successful? Do you envy his child-free lifestyle? Manage your feelings by explaining to your boastful brother why you get prickly …

1. Look for ways to give back. Sometimes the best way to remember the value of small things is to look for random acts of kindness you can do for others. Don’t underestimate the power of delivering a meal to a sick friend, inviting a new co-worker to eat lunch with you, volunteering a few …