Witandwords

Carolina García Jayaram, who’s among the 1% of philanthropic Latino leaders, is an unstoppable force in the nonprofit sector. As founding CEO of the Elevate Prize Foundation, her core belief in the power of activism to create positive movements in our society propelled her to pursue an altruistic career. With over two decades of experience … Read more

Growing up, my family went to Red Lobster for special occasions, like birthday dinners and post-graduation lunches. Entering the restaurant and seeing the huge lobster tanks made me feel sophisticated, and we always had to wait for a table because it was so crowded. The wait was worth it, because when we arrived at our … Read more

I hiked the Grand Canyon with a few girlfriends this past summer. Returning to my ordinary life as a wife and mother of three young children, I noticed that my emotional health had significantly improved beyond what I expected. I felt invigorated and inspired long after the endorphins and excitement from my adventure had worn … Read more

Financial literacy for kids is more important than ever in today’s turbulent economic environment. Early financial education lays the groundwork for solid financial habits that will benefit children throughout their lives.  By introducing basic money management concepts early, parents and educators can help kids develop the skills they need to confidently navigate financial challenges down … Read more

“For fast acting relief, try slowing down.” ~Lily Tomlin “Are you the owner?” asks, well, yet another customer at our local Italian eatery. “Nope—I’m just old!” I reply, all sheepish but pleased. It’s true. At fifty, I’m not exactly your classic, college-struggling part-timer. Actually, I’m the oldest employee at our restaurant—the staff “mom,” if you will. … Read more

When your success comes from others’ success, there’s no such thing as a typical day. Nobody knows that better than David Brownlee, one of the country’s leading business coaches. His work with companies like McDonald’s, Amazon, HP, CVS, Google and more happens behind the scenes. But his fingerprints are all over the steps those brands … Read more

Over a dozen U.S. states have sued TikTok, arguing that the platform’s addictive algorithm is driving a mental health crisis among children and teens. A bipartisan group of 14 attorneys general is alleging that the Chinese social media platform is responsible for purposely making the app more addictive and misleading users on its safety.  “TikTok … Read more

This year, many states have opted to honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day over the problematic Columbus Day. These destinations offer visitors an authentic way to experience other cultures and leave the holiday weekend with an open mind and fascinating stories to share. 1. Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations — Wendake, Quebec, Canada This boutique hotel, combined with a … Read more

We can all struggle with how to cope at certain times. Whether it’s being stressed about meeting deadlines at work or dealing with a child’s illness, life can take its toll. Factors like your environment and childhood experiences affect how you deal with stressors. Understanding your coping mechanisms can help you understand yourself better. It can … Read more

Can your DNA really determine how good you are at sales? According to a study by MIT Sloan’s Juanjuan Zhang and her team, the answer might be yes. They tracked 117 salespeople at an Asian telemarketing company over 13 months and compared DNA to sales performance using metrics like revenue, spotting opportunities and effort. The … Read more