While the phrase “the magic happens outside of your comfort zone” has been so oft-repeated it verges on cliche, it still remains true. In one’s personal and professional life, the comfort zone can be ...

Stretch assignments are a powerful tool for developing early-career talent—but only when the value is clearly communicated and rewards are distributed fairly. Without structure, organizations risk ...

A “stretch assignment” is one that requires a worker to take a leap beyond his comfort zone and, in the process, pick up new skills. Long used in business as a career development tool, stretch ...

Employee turnover continues to challenge Maine employers across industries. With recruiting costs climbing and a small candidate pool, mid-sized organizations need practical ways to keep good people ...

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, companies have been continuously adjusting their return-to-office plans, with many incorporating a hybrid option for employees. To ensure that all employees can grow ...

Kristen Fitzpatrick (MBA 2003) of HBS Career & Professional Development has been a leader in the career development field for 18 years and countless HBS students and alumni have benefited from her ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Caroline Castrillon covers career, entrepreneurship and women at work. If you’re looking to accelerate your career growth this ...

You are always your best career manager. This simple and timeless adage continues to ring true. Yet, many junior leaders are unfamiliar with the tools designed to manage their careers. This is ...

Economic uncertainty, organizational restructuring, industries facing multiple rounds of layoffs, and employees needing a greater focus on work-life balance have made stability a valuable asset, ...

Kristen Fitzpatrick (MBA 2003), Managing Director, HBS Career & Professional Development, has been a leader in the career development field for 18 years and countless HBS students and alumni have ...