But overcommitting yourself can lead to burn out, missed deadlines, or subpar work quality. Know how much you can reasonably handle at one time, and if you have to say ‘no’, say ‘no’.

That is a lot more palatable than telling yourself: "I've got to sit at my desk and bill 2,800 hours a year." I know I couldn't do that, and neither should you. Even men and women in the top-earning ...

Because when you work for yourself, there is no HR. Serial founder Elon Musk once described starting a company as "eating glass and staring into the abyss" — a quote he said he borrowed from a ...

Career: In today's time, most people emphasize finishing the work as soon as possible. They have nothing to do with better results or productivity. If you also do this, then this is the wrong way.

Standing up for yourself at work is a skill that takes time and practice. The key is to balance assertiveness with professionalism, ensuring that you advocate for your needs without alienating ...

And he’s right. If you’re looking for complete flexibility in when and where you work, you should work for yourself. Yet, despite 25 per cent of UK adults wishing they could, only 15 per cent do.