The paradox of happiness is that chasing it may actually make us less happy, a Stanford researcher says.
American entrepreneurs pray more frequently, are more likely to see God as personal, and are more likely to attend services in congregations that encourage business and profit-making, according to a study by Baylor University scholars of business and sociology.
Research suggests that it is pro athlete's ability to manage his goals, as well as his skill, determination and motivation that makes him successful.
A report revealed that telecommuting can boost employee job satisfaction and productivity, but only when it's carefully implemented.
Conventional wisdom tells us that in the business world, "you are who you know" -- your social background and professional networks outweigh talent when it comes to career success.
People who work hard at improving a skill or ability may experience stress in the moment, but experience greater happiness on a daily basis and longer term. Here's why.
Do peoples’ personalities change after 30?
A study by assistant marketing professor finds people are more satisfied if they set ambitious goals, as opposed to conservative goals.
Happy individuals are predisposed to seek out and undertake new goals in life and this reinforces positive emotions, say researchers who examined the connections between desirable characteristics, life successes and well-being of over 275,000 people.
If you think having loads of money, fetching looks, or the admiration of many will improve your life -- think again.
Thinking of going it alone? Becoming a freelancer is an attractive option for many professionals, but can you make it work for you?
Maintaining an interest in the goals you pursue can improve your work and reduce burnout, according to research from Duke University.
Most of us experience ‘gut feelings’ we can’t explain, such as instantly loving -- or hating -- a new property when we’re house-hunting or the snap judgments we make on meeting new people.
People have an easier time starting toward a goal than finishing it, but a shift in attention can make all the difference in reaching the finish line.
People who like to nap say it helps them focus their minds post a little shut eye. Now, a study may have found evidence to support that notion.
There are a number of factors that influence how well we do in school, including the amount of time we study and our interest in a subject.
For some people, neither the carrot nor the stick will serve as a motivational tool
Procrastination is a curse, and a costly one. Putting things off leads not only to lost productivity but also to all sorts of hand wringing and regrets and damaged self-esteem. Are we programmed for postponement and delay?
Styles change and fashions evolve. But why do some things become more popular than others?
Writers who use long words needlessly and choose complicated font styles are seen as less intelligent than those who stick with basic vocabulary and plain text, according to research from Princeton University in New Jersey.
Psychological scientists have found that the size of different parts of people's brains correspond to their personalities; for example, conscientious people tend to have a bigger lateral prefrontal cortex, a region of the brain involved in planning and controlling behavior.
But after studying common roadblocks to problem-solving, a cognitive psychology researcher has developed a toolkit for enhancing anyone's skills.
If it feels like one part of your brain is battling another, it probably is, according to a study published in Science.
Calling it a ‘right brain’ phenomenon is too simple, researchers say It takes two to tango. Two hemispheres of your...
Studies reveal that in the dog-eat-dog, look-out-for-Number 1, highly-competitive business world, only the aggressive, risk-taking alpha male can expect to succeed as an entrepreneur.
When the St Louis Cardinals lost the World Series, just how much shame did the players feel?
When faced with a difficult decision, we try to come up with the best choice by carefully considering all of the options, maybe even resorting to lists and lots of sleepless nights.
When dreaming is believing: Dreams affect people's judgment, behavior
It's not just in movies where nerds get their revenge.
When purchasing items online, reading customer reviews is a convenient way to get a real-world account of other people's opinions of the product.